Museum Accountant Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Why Join Us?:

The Entry-Level Accountant is an essential partner to the Museum's daily operations and supports core accounting and reporting activities across earned revenue lines (admissions, membership, retail, and events), contributed revenue, and restricted funds. This role assists with maintaining operating budgets, performing timely reconciliations, and supporting the Museum's financial systems and reporting tools, while helping ensure accurate financial reporting and strong internal controls. This position collaborates with and reports to the Deputy Director/CFO.

Position type: This position will be covered by a Collective Bargaining Agreement withAFSCME-CWU.

Pay: The hiring salary range for the position is $55,700.00-$74,200.00 based on experience.

Benefits: A comprehensive medical/dental/vision plan, that can be extended to domestic partner, spouse, and children. DAM 100% paid Life Insurance, and Short/Long Term Disability. Generous sick and vacation paid- time off, and one personal day. Ten paid holidays. 403(b) Retirement Plan with immediate eligibility to contribute and those who meet the requirements after one year will qualify for the 3% non-elective contribution and 2% match program Free Telehealth and Employee Assistance Program. Free DAM Family Membership and many perks, free yoga for one. This position is based at the Denver Art Museum, which only has a pay-to-park option. Discounted parking is available. Free RTD Eco Pass. Relocation is included.

What You'll Do

• Monthly accounting and reporting on the Museum's external events business including timely expense allocations, and deferred revenue recognition. and quarterly incentive calculation.
• Monthly reporting on membership programs and admissions activity.
• Accounting and reporting on the Museum's retail operation and completion of the quarterly incentive calculation
• Monthly reporting and filing of the Museum's sales and other tax filings.
• Monthly reconciliation of critical systems including Raiser's Edge to Business Central and the Dashboard to ATMS Reconciliations
• Prepare and submit quarterly funding requests to the City of Denver and manage the accounting and reconciliation of SCFD funds.
• Support the development of and maintenance of the Museum's Operating Budget.
• Critical partner for the Museum's accounting for traveling exhibitions including reconciliation of expenses, fees and reporting.
• Complete quarterly balance sheet reconciliations as assigned.
• Critical partner in the Museum quarterly Learning and Engagement alignment meetings including reporting and necessary budget adjustments
• Responsible for maintenance of the Accounting System including account setup, system routing, opening and closing periods and fiscal years.
• Responsible for managing the Museum's reporting system (Jet Reports) as well as rolling over monthly and year-end reports.
• Museum internal resource for expense and budget inquiries by departments including processing reclass requests as needed.
• Reviews and post journal entries as assigned.
• Responsible for maintaining the Museum's utilities reconciliation.
• Assists with the year-end process of capitalization, disposal, and depreciation of fixed assets by compiling necessary backup and reports to support the asset entries.
• Assists with the preparation of the Financial Audit, the 990-tax return, annual report, and Federal Program audit, if applicable
• Train and serve a backup to others in the department to ensure essential tasks are completed timely.
• Other duties and projects as assigned.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
• 0-2 years of accounting experience (internships welcome).
• Working knowledge of basic accounting principles and the month-end close process.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and ability to meet deadlines.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel (basic formulas, pivot tables a plus) and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.
• Experience in a nonprofit, government-funded, or cultural institution environment.
• Familiarity with fund accounting and/or restricted net asset tracking.
• Experience with accounting software/ERPs (e.g., Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central) and report writers (e.g., Jet Reports) or similar tools.
• Experience reconciling revenue systems such as ticketing, POS/retail, or donor databases (e.g., Raiser's Edge) to the general ledger.
• Collaborative, service-oriented approach with internal stakeholders.
• Ability to learn new systems and processes quickly; comfortable asking questions and documenting procedures.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Commitment to accuracy, integrity, and continuous improvement.

Work Environment

• This position is primarily office-based with periodic deadlines around month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close. Occasional evening or weekend work may be required to support Museum events, audits, or special projects. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

What to Expect from Our Hiring Process

• We know that searching for a job can be stressful so we would like to give you an overview of the process.
• This role may require a phone/video screen and interview with the hiring manager held in-person at the DAM.
• Due to the high volume of applications, we are unable to respond to phone calls or emails regarding application status. Candidates selected for interviews will be contacted directly.
• Application Deadline: June 30, 2026.

Who We Are

At the Denver Art Museum, we are deeply committed to standing against discrimination, violence, and hate in all forms against any individual or group. And we remain focused on fostering inclusion, equal opportunity, and belonging inside and out.

The museum serves as a platform for creative expression and community well-being by collecting and presenting work by artists from diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, including those communities that have been historically underrepresented in museums. We give space to a wide range of artist voices by sharing the work of and collaborating with artists and creatives from all races, backgrounds, and identities.

We believe that art and creativity have the power to promote mutual understanding and highlight our shared humanity-connecting, inspiring, and empowering people and communities. The museum's board of trustees, volunteers, and staff remain committed to being an anti-racist organization and making the Denver Art Museum an inclusive and diverse place where everyone always feels welcome