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Senior Accountant
National Public Radio
Washington, DC, United States
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A thriving, mission-driven multimedia organization, NPR produces award-winning news, information, and music programming in partnership with hundreds of independent public radio stations across the nation. NPR listeners value information, creativity, curiosity, and social responsibility – our employees do, too. We are innovators and leaders in diverse fields, from journalism and digital media to IT and development. Every day, our employees and member stations touch the lives of millions worldwide.
Division Culture
The Finance division encourages transparency, honesty with, and reliance on each other to accomplish goals and tasks. Division member performance is measured by internal and external third parties based on the timely and accurate delivery of service, so the division cannot tolerate an individual contributing less than their full commitment each and every day. The Chief Financial Officer/Treasurer and Controller emphasize that staff be viewed by our clients as a trusted advisor.
Role Summary
The Senior Accountant supports two managers, one who is responsible for financial reporting and one who is responsible for tax compliance for National Public Radio, Inc. (NPR) and NPR Foundation (NPRF). The Senior Accountant will perform daily operational activities such as account analysis, account reconciliations, as well as the preparation of the monthly and quarterly financial statements and tax returns for National Public Radio, Inc. and the NPR Foundation (hereinafter, collectively referred to as “NPR”). The Senior Accountant must stay abreast of changing accounting requirements and government regulations as well as monitor accounting transactions and activities to ensure sound external compliance-reporting.
Essential duties include
• Support timely monthly, quarterly, and annual close cycles
• Analyze general ledger account activity by performing reconciliations; expected to explain, document, and resolve reconciling items
• Evaluate transactions to determine proper accounting treatment
• Ensure compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and organizational policies and bring exceptions and recommendations to management’s attention immediately
• Understand and prepare monthly and quarterly financial statements and footnotes for the consolidated entity, as well as standalone financial statements and footnotes for NPR. Maintain consolidating schedules for all financial statements and footnotes through-out the year
• Prepare schedules and pull together information required by the independent auditors
• Support the preparation of IRS Forms 990 and 990-T as well as state income tax returns for NPR
• Prepare sales and use tax returns, government compliance, unclaimed property and FBAR compliance reports for NPR, which includes obtaining information from various departments within NPR
• Prepare compliance reports for government agencies, sales and use tax returns, and various supporting documentation
• Build productive relationships throughout the Finance division
• Perform ad hoc financial and tax analysis as needed
Qualifications
Education:
• Bachelor degree in accounting or a related field from a four-year accredited institution
Required Skills:
• Three to five years accounting experience required (experience at a nonprofit is a differentiating factor)
• Demonstrated understanding of GAAP accounting principles and ability to use accounting guidance tools to research and document accounting concepts, theories, and practices relating to the organization transactions
• Be well-versed in computer-based accounting systems and internet applications and proficient in use of Microsoft Excel
• Ability to handle multiple assignments effectively and efficiently in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Display self-confidence, knowledge, and be a quick study possessing a critical perspective and an ability to make decisions and take action
• Proven written/oral communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work effectively as a member of a team of diverse individuals
• Possess good problem-solving skills and be able to craft and analyze options and make specific recommendations that enhance the company’s overall objectives and goals
• Proven analytical skills; detail-oriented
Preferred Skills:
• Contribute to the development of a strong Accounting department that reflects operational best practices
• Humility and rock-solid commitment to success and team
Tools and Equipment used in this position:
• PC, telephone, fax machine, calculator, and other standard office equipment
Physical Demands
(The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform successfully the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)
1. Must be able to sit and work at a computer for extended periods
1. Must be capable of working extended hours during peak work periods throughout the year.
Work Environment
(The work environment characteristics described below are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)
1. NPR facilities are non-smoking environments and the noise level is low to moderate.
1. During peak work periods, the work environment may be emotionally intense.
NPR offers a competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package including health and wellness benefits, retirement, and work/life balance programs, as well as opportunities for career growth and development.
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Notice
The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. The position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the position change.
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