What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accountant position at NCARB?
Job Title: | Accountant | Department : | Administration |
Reports To : | Manager of Accounting | FLSA Status: | Non- exempt |
Salary Range: $76,855- $90,000
Salary is dependent upon experience*
Work Location
Washington DC Metro Area - HYBRID ( 2 days in-office)
About NCARB
The National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB) is a nonprofit organization made up of the architectural licensing boards of 55 U.S. states and territories. NCARB, in collaboration with licensing boards, facilitates the licensure and credentialing of architects to protect the health, safety, and welfare of the public. Learn more about NCARB and how we achieve our mission by clicking here.
The National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB) is a nonprofit organization made up of the architectural licensing boards of 55 U.S. states and territories. NCARB, in collaboration with licensing boards, facilitates the licensure and credentialing of architects to protect the health, safety, and welfare of the public. Learn more about NCARB and how we achieve our mission by clicking here.
Summary: The Accountant works collaboratively with colleagues and across the Council to carry out shared goals and objectives.
The Accountant is primarily responsible for supporting the operating functions of the Council by processing cash receipts, accounts payable, and expense reporting, and providing training in Ramp.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Open
- Consult with and keep supervisor informed on the status of all projects.
- Build coalitions internally and externally (with peers, team members, Member Boards, volunteers, collateral and associated organizations, etc.) to share best practices and achieve common goals.
- Facilitate cooperation and teamwork throughout the organization. Communicate and operate in an open manner so that information and actions are clear and visible.
Responsive
- Embrace ownership and take responsibility for the outcomes. Follow through on commitments. Be open to feedback and flexible to changing needs, priorities, and resources.
- Participate in outreach events as needed.
Restless
- Treat customers and colleagues in a fair and equitable manner.
- Reinforce organizational branding throughout the Council.
- Consistently exercise sound judgment; and, professional, expert, courteous, respectful, and responsive service to internal and external stakeholders.
Core Responsibilities – Directorate Specific
Accounts Payable
- Responsible for processing travel expenses in Ramp. complete understanding of company travel policies for application to all expenses.
- Responsible for ensuring that invoices for purchases, travel expenses, leases, loans, etc., are processed in the Accounting software, including communicating with the vendors as and when needed, and payment to vendors within prescribed deadlines, including printing of checks and mailing them to vendors. within prescribed deadlines.
- Issue RAMP accounts to volunteers and staff
Expense Reporting Training
- Provide instructions to new hires on what is required to complete expense reporting.
- Review travel policy and guidelines.
Payroll
- Serve as the primary backup for biweekly payroll processing and communicate with (a) other employees across the Council and (b) the payroll company as needed.
General Ledger
- Post monthly general journal entries as needed. Working on and supporting other personnel in the Accounting Department to work on the month-end close and post monthly general journal entries as needed.
General
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the education, experience, knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting; or, combination of substantial related experience, training, and education may substitute.
- 3 or more years of relevant experience in an accounting environment or similar work setting that includes accounts receivable, accounts payable or other entry-level accounting work is preferred.
- Demonstrated proficiency using technology and a wide variety of software applications to include accounting software and reporting tools.
Benefits
NCARB's employees enjoy a comprehensive set of benefits that include strong support for health and wellness, some nice perks, and professional development.
NCARB's employees enjoy a comprehensive set of benefits that include strong support for health and wellness, some nice perks, and professional development.
Some highlights include:
- Competitive pay
- Medical, vision, and dental Benefits
- Paid parental leave
- Life and disability insurance
- 401k
- Tuition assistance
- All-staff outings and retreats
- Full access to LinkedIn Learning, supporting self-directed/curated professional development
Salary : $76,855 - $90,000