Monday, April 28, 2008

Staff Accountant, Green Building Alliance - Pittsburgh, PA

Posted: 4/28/08

The Staff Accountant will work directly with the Executive Director to plan, analyze, and report on all financial aspects of the organization. The Staff Accountant will be supported by the Office Coordinator for data entry and processing, GBA’s accountant for tax and related filings, and the Finance Committee for overall organizational financial well being. The Staff Accountant will report directly to the Executive Director (ED).

Duties
Develop annual budgets for the organization working in coordination with appropriate program- and contract-related staff.

Prepare and analyze monthly financials.

Prepare quarterly cash flow analysis and other reports for assessment of GBA’s financial position.

Prepare and code all invoices, payments, deposits and other financial records for submission to Office Coordinator for input and processing.

Oversee petty cash and company charge card expenditures.

Serve as primary staff person to the Finance Committee.

Monitor bank accounts and investments; make recommendations to the Finance Committee regarding investment opportunities.

Perform monthly bank reconciliation and prepare financial statements.

Monitor appropriate use of all GBA grant funds and prepare necessary financial reports for funders in coordination with the appropriate staff person.

Research and recommend various earned income approaches to improve GBA’s financial position.

Recommend and implement new systems, policies and procedures to enhance GBA’s financial systems.

Process all online charges for events and membership, in coordination with the Office Coordinator.

Collect, review and input bi-monthly timesheets, and process payroll checks using Paychex Online service.

Coordinate with Executive Assistant on all human resources and benefits packages offered by GBA.

Coordinate with GBA’s accountant on all tax, charitable organization, and other required filings.

Coordinate with auditor on the organization’s annual audit and follow-up on audit report and/or findings.

All other activities deemed necessary by the Executive Director

Experience/Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in business, accounting, finance or related field; 3+ years of Quickbooks or related experience; experience with budget preparation and financial reporting; highly organized and attentive to detail; excellent communications skills; and a team player with an interest in working in the non-profit environment.

TO APPLY: The Green Building Alliance offers a pleasant work environment; employer-paid health, vision, dental, and disability insurances; a 401(k) plan; and generous vacation time. If interested in applying, please send a cover letter and resume to hr@gbapgh.org by Friday, May 30. No phone calls, please.

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