Staff Accountant

Who We Are:

Founded more than a century ago, ICMA is the premier professional association for local government leaders, managers, staff, and stakeholders, serving more than 13,000 members globally. As a membership association, we provide research and knowledge resources, professional development and training, peer to peer engagement, and technical assistance. We are also a major implementing partner for many grant and contract funded programs on emerging and prevailing topics and challenges to create stronger communities.

At ICMA, we take the concept of local government leadership, management, and innovation further into the future. Through our mission and passion to advance professional local government, we help communities deliver innovative services, empower resident engagement, enable economic development, strengthen leadership, uphold ethics, and provide forward-thinking management.

We ensure a diverse and inclusive workplace by welcoming people of different backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and perspectives and by learning from each other, individually and collectively.

A Great Opportunity:

If you are an experienced Accounting Professional with strong critical thinking skills and a keen attention to detail, we have the perfect opportunity for you!

ICMA is currently seeking a Staff Accountant to provide support to ICMA's internal and external customers, perform day-to-day accounting functions, and assist with month-end and year-end financial close. The position's responsibilities include financial reporting, recording transactions and accruals, balance sheet accounts reconciliation, fixed assets, and investments. The position is responsible for the effective and efficient management of ICMA resources, accurate financial reporting, and accordance with the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and the organization's policies and internal controls.

The Staff Accountant reports to the Controller.

What You'll Do:

1. Prepares daily cash receipt entries for incoming checks, ACH, and wires; processes credit card payments; and maintains records of accounts receivable and bank deposits
2. Reviews and posts daily batches of transactions recorded in the Association Management System (netFORUM); ensures transactions are recorded and accounted for in the appropriate accounting period; interfaces the entries to the financial system (Deltek CostPoint)
3. Performs customer billing, collections of payments, and resolves billing discrepancies as they arise.
4. Generates monthly customer e-Statements via the Association Management System (netFORUM)
5. Prepares monthly journal entries to defer/recognize expense/revenue appropriately for balance sheet accounts, records depreciation and dispositions for fixed asset accounts, and records investment gain/loss for investment accounts
6. Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual sales tax filings, and ensure complete maintenance of the organization's sales and use tax exemption certification renewals with various states
7. Reconciles balance sheet, fixed assets, and investment accounts; researches and resolves any discrepancies as needed, and ensures the reconciliation files are updated monthly to be used ultimately in preparation of audit schedules at year-end
8. Prepare audit schedules in accordance with the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
9. Assist in developing and implementing accounting procedures by analyzing current procedures and recommending changes
10. Provides overall support and addresses finance-related inquiries from ICMA staff and external customers
11. Assists other team members as needed during busy periods, i.e., providing support in accounts payable, ICMA online bookstore, and other accounts receivables duties assigned

What You Need To Be Successful In This Role:

• Bachelor's degree in either Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or a related field
• 3+ Years of active bookkeeping/accounting experience

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):

• Knowledge of basic accounting procedures and general ledger accounting
• Knowledge and understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and make decisions based on accurate and timely analysis
• Meticulous attention to detail and follow-through
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently or collaboratively as appropriate for the assignments
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Demonstrate a high standard of integrity and sound business ethics
• Interpersonal skills to work with staff, ICMA vendors, and members with professionalism and consistent levels of customer service
• Proficiency in Accounting software systems and database skills
• Proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel

Physical Requirements/Work Environment:

The work environment and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Work is typically performed in a virtual home office environment free from hazards or unpleasant environmental conditions

What We Can Offer You:

• Remote work environment
• A collegial working environment where teamwork and individual contributions are valued
• A competitive salary
• A comprehensive benefits package that includes employer sponsored health, dental, life, disability, and employee assistance benefits
• Paid time off to include vacation, sick leave, holidays, and floating days
• Contribution to a supplemental retirement plan
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development

This position is based out of ICMA's headquarters, located in Washington, D.C. At this time, all ICMA staff are working remotely. The selected individual must be able to work the core business hours from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm EST. Our office will remain operational and accessible for staff to use on a voluntary basis.

A high-speed Internet connection is required. Personnel will provide the Internet service at their own expense. The internet connection must be of sufficient bandwidth to allow the team member to efficiently perform their regular job functions.

The selected candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.

EEO Statement:

At ICMA, we strive to promote and sustain a culture of diversity, inclusion and belonging every day. ICMA is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate in recruiting, hiring or promotion, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or on any other basis or characteristic prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local law. We proudly support and encourage people with military experience (active, veterans, reservists and National Guard) as well as military spouses to apply for ICMA job opportunities.