What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accountant position at Rock and Roll Hall of Fame & Museum?
ACCOUNTANT
Rock Hall Culture Statement
At the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, we are dedicated to making a difference. We are an inclusive & welcoming museum that encourages creativity, embraces innovation, and creates a culture of belonging.
We recognize that exceptional candidates may not meet every listed qualification. If this role aligns with your experience and passions, we highly encourage you to apply.
Summary
The Accountant is responsible for assisting in the monthly financial close and account reconciliation processes, completing quarterly and annual government surveys, assisting in the preparation of grant proposals, tracking expenditures relating to grants and restricted funds received by the Rock Hall, as well as compiling financial data for periodic and annual grant reports. The Accountant is responsible for understanding as well as assuring the Rock Hall’s compliance with state and federal grant regulations. The Accountant is also responsible for reviewing & reporting various tax liabilities of the Rock Hall.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Prepare financial data on all grant reports (including CAC & OAC and Federal Grants). Must allocate expenses by appropriate natural and functional classification in compliance with specific report groupings and GAAP.
- Manage processes and compliance requirements related to the financial aspects of development.
- Collaborate with Development to ensure the implementation of donor requirements.
- Review agreements and classify gifts appropriately (contribution vs. exchange, conditional vs. restricted).
- Review grant activity to ensure transactions are properly classified and in compliance with grant financial terms.
- Track spending relating to grants and restricted funds.
- Monitor staff time allocations and perform project code updates within established procedures and processes.
- Distribute accounting reports as directed.
- Prepare standard, recurring journal entries for monthly close.
- Perform complex and detailed reconciliations such as cash account, pledge, development, grants, and restricted activity.
- When necessary, maintain and update process and procedural documentation to reflect changes on a timely basis, looking to continuously improve the process, adapting with the business.
- Manage daily workload, while facilitating customer service, providing technical assistance and problem resolution with limited supervision.
- May assist with data entry, scanning of invoices, mail distribution, answering telephones, and other clerical tasks as needed.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Duties include but may not be limited to the above
JOB REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum of 3 (three) years of experience in accounting, or related field.
- Experience with grants and or non-profit accounting highly preferred.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting. CPA a plus but not required.
- Ability to enter data accurately and efficiently into computer software and systems.
- Deadline driven self-starter with keen attention to detail.
- Must be multi-tasked oriented and well organized.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
- Experience with Sage Intacct business management software is a plus.
- Experience with Salesforce software is a plus.
- Able to work prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Ability to work at least 40 hours per week; ability to be reachable to respond to Museum needs and requests. Ability to work additional hours as business needs demand.
Emotional Intelligence
- Ability to work independently without close oversight, and as a team player who will engage productively with others at varying levels of seniority within and outside the organization.
- A professional and resourceful style; willingness to take initiative, manage multiple tasks and projects at a time; and willingness to learn.
- Thinks of the big picture and considers the impact of decisions across the institution.
- Understands implicitly how to work with different people and various working styles across the organization.
- Sets a strong example for others by initiating collaboration and working consistently in a collegial manner.
- Encourages teamwork and anticipates and removes obstacles to effective teamwork; seeks to resolve conflicts as they arise.
- Approaches others in a positive manner and builds solid long-term relationships with key stakeholders inside and outside the organization.
WORKING CONDITIONS
- Environmental Parameters: Ability to work in a window-less office. Ability to work indoors and outdoors, in all types of weather conditions. Ability to work in crowds of people. Ability to work with loud house music.
- Physical Demands:
- Strength: Ability to lift/move items weighing up to 10 lbs. (approximately)
- Type: Express or exchange ideas by means of spoken word and to perceive nature of sounds. Ability to hear accurately to interact with the public and co-workers. Demonstrate clarity of vision; judge distance and space relationships; identify and distinguish colors. Ability to perform tasks concurrently. Work involves sitting most of the time but will involve walking or standing for brief periods of time.
Equipment Used
- Personal computer, phone, photocopier and other office equipment.
Safety Hazards
- Minimal hazards. General office working conditions.
Aptitude Requirements
- Cognitive:
- Analytical: Ability to apply principles of logical thinking to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.
- Communication: Ability to be conversant in Rock Hall rules and procedures. Ability to understand and carry out written or verbal instructions. Ability to answer inquiries from visitors, employees, and clients.
- Administrative: Ability to complete forms. Ability to pay attention to detail and accurately distinguish data. Ability to organize and prioritize various schedules, data and documents.
- Manual:
- Motor Coordination: Ability to make necessary movements in selecting, picking and depositing items.
- Finger Dexterity: Ability to pick, pinch or otherwise work with fingers to operate above equipment. Ability to pick up a variety of items and place them on shelves; to move knobs, buttons or switches.
- Manual Dexterity: Ability to seize, hold, grasp, turn or otherwise work with hands. Ability to shake, sort, fold or stack items; to place and retrieve items.
Work Schedule
- Ability to work at least 40 hours per week; primarily Monday – Friday, approximately 8:30 am to 5:00 pm, with occasional evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Employer's Rights
This job description does not list all the duties of the position. You may be asked by supervisors or managers to perform other duties. You will be evaluated in part based upon your performance of the tasks listed in this job description.
The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time. The job description is not a contract for employment, and either you or the employer may terminate employment at any time, for any reason.
Benefits and Compensation
The annual salary range for this position is $72,000 – $90,000, commensurate with experience, education, and certifications.
The Rock Hall offers a generous benefits package including 4 plan options for health insurance, and dental, vision, life insurance, long-term and short-term disability.
Other perks include employer paid parking, 403b retirement plan, and yearly paid time off including: 14 paid holidays, 15 vacation days, 12 sick days, 3 personal days, and 32 hours of paid volunteer time.
Salary : $72,000 - $90,000