Company Name: Massachusetts Teacher Association
Position Title: Financial Reporting Accountant
Location: Quincy, Massachusetts, 02171, United States
Salary: $98,990 – $143,341 Yearly Salary
The Massachusetts Teachers Association (MTA) represents over 117,000 members and nearly 400 locals across the state and employs a full-time staff of over 170. Our members are public school teachers, faculty, professional staff, and education support professionals working at public schools, colleges, and universities. As a member-driven organization and the largest union in New England, our collective power makes MTA an influential voice for educators, students, and their communities. We are proud to be an advocate for social, racial, and economic justice and for a public education system that provides one of the cornerstones of a democratic society.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES
The Financial Reporting Accountant maintains the general ledger, performs financial reporting functions, reconciles general ledger accounts, prepares and compiles budget data and compiles budget data and financial analysis for all Massachusetts Teachers Association entities.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Calculates, records and enters general ledger journal entries. Coordinates monthly general ledger, accounts payable and payroll closings. Maintains the general ledger and reconciles general ledger accounts. Prepares monthly financial statements, versus budget, including financial reporting packages for the Executive Committee, Board of Directors and Management.Prepares, maintains and analyzes summarization and reporting of the organization's budget; including correspondence to division or department heads, as required.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
Post cash transactions to the general ledger throughout each month. Deposit miscellaneous checks (non-membership), cash receipts, including STD/LTD /PFML and Misc. A/R payments and maintain supporting schedules. Perform month-end close duties, calculate and record general ledger journal entries and prepare accounting schedules. Prepare balance sheet reconciliations on a monthly basis. Assist with the preparation of monthly financial statements versus budget, including financial reporting packages for the Executive Committee, Board of Directors and Management.Prepare timely and accurate internal financial reports and analyses. Assist in the preparation of the annual budget by performing various trend and related analyses and maintaining the budget files. Compile and review bank balances and transactions to forecast cash accurately. Attend budget committee meetings, Executive Committee meetings and Board meetings, as required. Maintains confidentiality of Association records. Work cross-functionally with other departments by providing training as needed.Prepare and distribute periodic custom cross-functional reporting as requested. Perform annual year-end accounting close and financial reporting duties, such as intercompany elimination entries, functional expense reporting, various financial analyses, and footnote preparation and analysis. Assist with the financial audit by reviewing and updating process documentation, coordinating with other divisions on audit requests, providing required reports, analyses, and other requested support to external auditors.Assist with supporting other required external audits, including the pension plan and 401(k) audits. Provide support and assist with the federal and state tax returns. Maintenance and documentation of chart of accounts and reporting tools. Address and research budget or other financial related inquiries from management. Perform invoicing and collection activities relating to receivables from external parties, such as reimbursements, grants receivable, and external printing and mailing invoices. Performs other related duties as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree (or equivalent experience in a broad range of financial accounting and reporting is required). A minimum of 5 years of a broad range of financial accounting and budget experience required. Excellent interpersonal skills, both verbal and written, and excellent organizational skills. Proven ability to deal with the public. Attention to detail and extreme accuracy. Knowledge of and experience in applying accounting principles and procedures. Extensive experience of financial systems, including accounts payable, general ledger, payroll and others. Proficiency in common spreadsheet applications; word processing software, report writing and data base management systems. Minimal travel is required. A strong work ethic and adherence to departmental and organizational financial and operational ethical standards. Proven ability to work as a team member in a fast-paced financial environment. Nights and weekends may be required. Positive, cooperative attitude.
*MTA reserves the right to waive any qualifications at its discretion*
The MTA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all staff.
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