We Are Committed to an Inclusive Workplace

At the Philadelphia Museum of Art, we actively seek to employ a diverse group of people who embody our organizational values. We welcome and encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply, especially those from marginalized and underrepresented groups in the museum field, who are inspired by our shared purpose and enjoy working collaboratively with others.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected status.

How You Will Contribute

Reporting to the Controller, the Staff Accountant is critical to the execution of the daily accounting function of the Museum and, as such, the successful candidate must work efficiently and effectively in a fast-paced and multi-faceted environment. This is a great position to master a variety of accounting and operational processes while supporting a critically important mission. This individual will bring poise and diplomacy to their interactions with colleagues, visitors, and other members of the PMA community. Additionally, they will bring creativity and ingenuity to help further automate processes. 

Specifically, you will:

• Support accounts payable process, including allocation of expenses to accounts, departments, grants; obtaining appropriate approvals; and maintaining a high standard of accuracy.
• Perform monthly general ledger account reconciliations and analysis.
• Prepare and enter assigned monthly standard and adjusting journal entries.
• Perform reporting and analysis of operational data, such as memberships and attendance.
• Assist with grant reporting requirements.
• Assist in the annual independent audit process.
• Assist with streamlining processes through automation, including assisting with system assessments, testing, and implementation.
• Assist with payroll and HR related tasks.
• Perform other tasks and duties as assigned.

Your background and experience include:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration or a related field.
• Equivalent education, experience and/or training may be substituted for the degree requirement.
• 1-to-2-years of finance or accounting experience, preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills including root cause analysis and ability to provide solutions.
• Must be computer literate with proficiency and working knowledge of financial database systems and reporting tools, multiple software programs, especially Financial Edge, Raiser’s Edge, and the entire Microsoft suite.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.

Position and Compensation Details

• The SALARY for this position is $60,000-65,000
• This position is FULL-TIME, EXEMPT, and 35 hours per week.
• Physical requirements:
  • Able to remain stationary for extended periods of time, to utilize computers and other office equipment required of this job, to perform physically administrative duties in a typical interior office environment, gallery, or exhibit space, and to access most public and staff areas of the museum campus.
• COVID-19 vaccination required.
• Background check required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.

Institutional Requirements

• Upholds the professional standards of the field, always acts in a manner that is consistent with the best interests of the museum and protects and enhances its reputation and standing within the community of museums.
• Adheres to the museum’s code of ethics and Employee Handbook and avoids any real or perceived conflicts of interest.
• Shows respect for co-workers and visitors and an understanding of and appreciation for the diversity of the museum’s staff, volunteers, and audiences.
• Maintains confidentiality.
• Adheres to all museum protocols, procedures, rules, and policies.

Application Timeline

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. We encourage candidates to apply early as the position will close once we have a robust applicant pool or a candidate has been selected.

What We Offer

Our employees are at the center of the museum. As an employee, you will have access to numerous museum perks including, but not limited to:

• Free general admission to the museum for you and your immediate family
• Discounted guest tickets for admission
• Discounts on gift memberships
• Special staff tours and presentations from our curatorial and conservation teams
• Discounts at the museum restaurant, museum cafés, and museum retail and online stores

We offer a comprehensive benefits package for employees* including:

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Fully paid short-term disability insurance, long-term disability insurance, and life insurance
• Health savings or flexible spending account program
• Retirement savings program with museum match
• Paid vacation, personal days, sick days, and holidays

*Eligibility for certain benefits is based on a variety of factors including the employee’s regular schedule and tenure.