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Senior Accountant
Financial Accounting at Milwaukee Nonprofit!
Milwaukee, WI
Job Description
The Greater Milwaukee Foundation (GMF) is how Milwaukee works together. For over a century, we have helped generous people give back to the community. Together with donors and partners throughout the region, the Foundation invests in the potential of people and places, supports community-grown solutions and strives to end the systemic racism that holds our region back. Through the power of transformative philanthropy and social change, we are focused on shaping a future where everyone thrives – a Milwaukee for all.
You can make a difference, as we are seeking a Senior Accountant! The Senior Accountant is responsible for performing financial accounting tasks, which includes preparing journal entries and financial statements, reconciling investment transactions, as well as supporting the payroll function. The incumbent reviews the work of others and supports financial and analytical projects as requested.
The Senior Accountant performs financial accounting tasks including preparing journal entries, processing payroll, reconciling accounts, providing financial analysis to the Finance department and other departments within the organization, and serving as a backup for multiple functions. The incumbent partners with departments to provide a variety of financial services, which include producing reports, compiling and submitting survey data, completing special projects as requested.
Job Specifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to carry out each essential duty in a satisfactory manner. The job specifications listed below are representative of the education and experience as well as the knowledge, skill and/or ability (KSAs) required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education & Experience
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
We recognize that at this moment, during the COVID-19 pandemic, it is a uniquely difficult time and we aim to be as flexible and supportive as possible in both the recruitment for and onboarding of this position. Some staff may be eligible to work a hybrid work schedule (i.e. work part of their regular schedule remotely). However, all staff are asked to work the majority of their time from the GMF office.
Compensation: $69,600 Annually
The Greater Milwaukee Foundation is an equal opportunity employer and encourages people of diverse backgrounds to apply. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
You can make a difference, as we are seeking a Senior Accountant! The Senior Accountant is responsible for performing financial accounting tasks, which includes preparing journal entries and financial statements, reconciling investment transactions, as well as supporting the payroll function. The incumbent reviews the work of others and supports financial and analytical projects as requested.
Purpose & Objectives
The Senior Accountant performs financial accounting tasks including preparing journal entries, processing payroll, reconciling accounts, providing financial analysis to the Finance department and other departments within the organization, and serving as a backup for multiple functions. The incumbent partners with departments to provide a variety of financial services, which include producing reports, compiling and submitting survey data, completing special projects as requested.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Reviews deposits weekly.
- Processes Accounts Payable weekly.
- Processes credit card gifts weekly.
- Processes biweekly payroll.
- Reconciles checking and other accounts monthly.
- Processes administrative fees monthly.
- Provides financial reporting for other departments as requested.
- Compiles financial data, reports and correspondence for the annual financial audit.
- Completes industry related surveys.
- Performs annual 1099 tax reporting.
- Participates in assigned meetings, events and training as required.
Non-Essential Duties
- Provides back up for financial statements preparation.
- Serves as a backup for contracts review.
- Surveys peer foundations on issues of significance to GMF (e.g. financial practices, policies) as requested.
- Performs other duties (or functions) as assigned.
Job Specifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to carry out each essential duty in a satisfactory manner. The job specifications listed below are representative of the education and experience as well as the knowledge, skill and/or ability (KSAs) required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education & Experience
- Three (3) or more years of accounting-related experience required, non-profit experience is a plus.
- Experience with financial accounting software is preferred.
- Project management experience is a plus.
- Knowledge of community foundations is a plus.
- Criminal background and credit checks are required for this position.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Ability to support the mission, vision and values of the Greater Milwaukee Foundation and abide by applicable standards of conduct, policies and procedures.
- Demonstrated aptitude for financial analysis.
- Knowledge of different accounting systems/financial policies/business environments.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite applications (i.e. Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint specifically), web-based applications and databases.
- Ability to take initiative on projects and develop new processes and procedures.
- Customer service oriented.
- Ability to learn new procedures quickly and accurately.
- Ability to interact effectively with people from diverse backgrounds.
- Ability to communicate respectfully and effectively, verbally and in writing.
- Ability to problem-solve issues.
- Must be honest, dependable and able to meet deadlines.
- Must be organized and able to handle multiple tasks.
- Self-motivated and able to work independently.
We recognize that at this moment, during the COVID-19 pandemic, it is a uniquely difficult time and we aim to be as flexible and supportive as possible in both the recruitment for and onboarding of this position. Some staff may be eligible to work a hybrid work schedule (i.e. work part of their regular schedule remotely). However, all staff are asked to work the majority of their time from the GMF office.
Compensation: $69,600 Annually
The Greater Milwaukee Foundation is an equal opportunity employer and encourages people of diverse backgrounds to apply. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Special Notes/Instructions
Please include resume, cover letter and salary requirements when applying.
Job Summary
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Hours per Week
40
Salary and Benefits
$69,600
We offer an excellent benefit package, which includes health, dental, vision, flexible spending, life insurance, 403(b) retirement plan, paid time off (PTO), educational assistance and more!
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
3+ years
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