Senior Associate, Accounting and Financial Reporting in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania at Pew Charitable Trusts

Senior Associate, Accounting and Financial Reporting (Hybrid)

Position Overview

If you are passionate about accounting and desire to work with a team where you will have the opportunity to grow your skills, this is the right opportunity for you!

We are committed to serving as excellent stewards of our financial resources; providing accurate, reliable, timely and cost-effective finance services; and delivering extraordinary customer service on a sustained basis.

You will assist with advanced financial reporting, general ledger maintenance, and special projects related to Pew and its subsidiaries.

This position is based in Pews Philadelphia, PAs office and reports to the Senior Manager, Accounting. This position participates in Pews hybrid work program with three core days in the office and the flexibility to telework the remaining days. Staff also enjoy four telework flex weeks per year.

Responsibilities

Process month-end recurring and correcting journal entries

Prepare Excel based monthly reconciliations and schedules

Communicate issues and any suspected irregularities to the accounting manager

Coordinate with members of the Finance department to complete accounting related processes

Review payment vouchers for the year-end accrual process

Contribute to and participate in tasks and special projects as assigned

Assist with the organization of documentation in the Accounting and Financial Reporting group

Assist in tying out financial reports and other documents as needed

Support the 401(k) and annual consolidated financial statements audits

Assist in the preparation of Forms 990 and 990-T

Assist the financial reporting group with reporting on foreign activities as needed

Assist with the preparation of various financial reporting activities as needed

Contribute to and participate in tasks and special projects assigned

Requirements

Generally requires 4 years of accounting experience, and a bachelors degree or equivalent experience

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite especially Excel

Excellent organization skills, detail oriented, thorough, strong multi-tasking/time management skills

Ability to quickly understand Pew's accounting process and experience managing change

Collegial personality and ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams

Prior financial reporting experience and Form 990 preparation preferred

Prior audit experience in public accounting preferred

Successful candidate must be confident, with strong interpersonal skills and the capacity to develop productive, trusting relationships at all levels

Travel

Limited travel to Pews Washington D.C. office is anticipated

Salary Range

The salary range represents a reasonable estimate of the annual salary based on Pews commitment to provide equitable and market-competitive pay. The actual salary offered will take into consideration many factors including but not limited to job-related knowledge, skills and experience, internal pay equity, and business need.

Total Rewards

We offer a competitive salary and benefit program, including: comprehensive, affordable health care through medical, dental, and vision coverage; financial security with life and disability insurance; opportunities to save using health savings and flexible spending accounts; retirement benefits to help prepare for the future; and work/life benefits to maintain a good balance.

Pew is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, ethnicity, gender, or any other protected characteristics.