Accounting Technician

Job Description

THIS IS A HYBRID POSITION. CANDIDATES MUST BE ABLE TO COMMUTE TO THE DC OFFICE 2 DAYS/WEEK (TUESDAYS AND WEDNESDAYS).

Nature of the Position:

Supports the daily operational activities of the Finance and Accounting Department through a variety of general accounting tasks and by assisting with the monthly and annual closing process as well as daily operations.

Responsibilities

Process and record weekly deposits from membership, Landscape Architecture Magazine (LAM), conference, and any other source.

Prepares monthly billing and accounts receivable statements for all ASLA activities including LAM and accreditation.

Perform accounts receivable collection activities, including follow-up letters and calls to delinquent accounts.

Manage the accounts receivable aging, including processing account adjustments (credit/debit memos) and balance write-offs.

Processes and records all cash transactions daily; makes journal entries for processed checks, credit card items processed by the accounting department, and other bank activities.

Supports AP processes including customer-vendor relations and all approved check disbursements, 1099, and tax-related matters; reviews (coding and approvals), records and processes invoices for timely payment and generates and reviews AP reports.

Supports the Controller to manage accounting functions including maintenance of general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, monthly financial close, and annual audit.

Provides accounting assistance to project managers and operations staff; responds to financial questions/concerns to meet business needs.

Supports the membership team in the administration and processing of monthly dues payments in ASLA databases and ensures accurate integration across membership and financial systems.

Resolves issues/discrepancies and performs other duties as assigned.Qualifications

BA degree or equivalent combination of education and experience. Preferred degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance or related field.

Two years minimum experience in accounting. Non-profit or association experience preferred.

Working knowledge of basic accounting principles and practices.

Working knowledge of billing and collections best practices.

Proficient knowledge of financial and accounting systems. Sage Intacct and Bill.com experience is preferred.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office computer applications (intermediate Excel skills).

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Excellent organizational and planning skills to balance and prioritize work, good judgment, and attention to detail.

Ability to balance heavy workload with short- and long-term project deadlines, address changing priorities, and work well under pressure.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.This is a non-exempt position.

Flexible work from home options available.