Fully Remote Staff Accountant

Staff Accountant

Position Summary: The Staff Accountant works directly with the Accounting Manager and Director of Finance to ensure the weekly/monthly/quarterly/yearly accounting functions of the APS, SPR, PAS Meeting, SPR Regional Societies, International Pediatric Research Foundation, and the Pediatric Research Foundation are completed accurately and on a timely basis.  As a key contributor to the Finance team, the StfAcct provides support to the Society and PAS departments on finance matters.  The position is full-time, and occasional travel (~ 1-2 trips per year) is required.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Accounts payable processing, general ledger maintenance, deposits and reconciliations of checking & investment accounts, semi-monthly payroll uploads, and monthly financial statement preparation for all not-for-profit entities

·       Accounting of funds received for pre-registration, onsite registration, exhibits, and sponsorship monies for multiple scientific/academic conferences

1. Prepare Form 1099’s for all not-for-profit entities
2. Assist with budget planning and uploads
3. Set up ACH payments and initiate wire transfers for stipend payments and employee reimbursements
4. Assist the Accounting Manager and Director of Finance with external audits and other projects as directed

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field.

Experience and Skills:

1. Prefer 3+ years in an accounting role, experience in non-profit organizations is preferred, but not required.
2. Expert in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
3. Familiarity with Sage Intacct accounting software is a plus.
4. Ability to work in a collegial, small staff environment where energetic collaboration and dependability are essential. 
5. Demonstrated experience working productively in remote environments. 
6. Strong organization skills and consistent, reliable attention to detail. 
7. At ease with simultaneous, multiple projects, meeting deadlines, and alteration of priorities. 
8. Ability to manage highly confidential information. 
9. Self-starter who can work independently and achieve high standards to meet multiple deadlines. 
10. Proven record of sound judgment, analysis, problem-solving, discernment, and decision-making. 
11. Proven ability to communicate in a timely, reliable, accurate, and professional manner verbally and in writing with board members, senior leaders, mid-level managers, and external and internal staff