Senior Accountant

The Social Science Research Council (SSRC) is an independent, international, nonprofit organization devoted to the advancement of interdisciplinary research in the social sciences and related disciplines through a wide variety of workshops and conferences, fellowships and grants, summer training institutes, scholarly exchanges, research, and publications. Working with partners around the world to link research to practice and policy, our work strengthens individual and institutional capacities for learning and enhances public access to information. For more information, please visit our website: www.ssrc.org.

The SSRC’s Finance Department seeks a Senior Accountant, who will have overall responsibility for the general ledger system. This position will report directly to the Finance and Accounting Manager.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Complete monthly investments and banking account reconciliations.

Prepare fund transfers between cash and investment accounts and prepare month-end journal entries.

Coordinate (with the Finance and Accounting Manager) the year-end audit, including preparation of schedules and other documents for auditors; several schedules are maintained and updated on a monthly basis.

Monitor, record, and reconcile yearly contributions spreadsheet.

Review and analyze monthly balance sheet accounts (cash, investments, and payroll accounts).

Monitor all banking transactions on a daily basis and research/resolve any banking discrepancies.

Review and supervise accounts payable, including ACH and wire transactions, check payments, and fellowship payments.

Review accounts-payable transaction data for accuracy, adequateness of documentation, and conformity to the chart of accounts.

Review and release ACH/wire transactions and troubleshoot returned transactions.

Operate MIP accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger software modules.

Serve as the backup for the accounts payable/payroll position.

Additional responsibilities and projects may be assigned as directed.

QUALIFICATIONS

BA/BS degree in finance or accounting.

Approximately 5–7 years of accounting experience in a nonprofit environment.

Strong background supervising accounts payable and bank reconciliation.

Five years of experience preparing or monitoring electronic banking transactions.

Proven experience managing an investment portfolio is highly preferred.

Ability to take initiative and respond flexibly to changing demands.

Strong understanding of accounting theory and principles.

Ability to meet deadlines and work independently with minimal supervision.

Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.

Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).

Ability to work collaboratively and manage numerous projects simultaneously.

Extensive experience with fund accounting software, such as MIP or a similar product.

Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.

SALARY AND BENEFITS

Salary range: $75,000 to $85,000 commensurate with experience. Comprehensive benefits include health, dental, vision, disability, life, and gym reimbursement; annual tuition and/or student loan reimbursement and professional development funds; outstanding pension plan and tax savings programs; generous vacation and sick leave; and more.

This position is based in New York City, with the option to work from home or from the SSRC office at the employee’s discretion, aside from two mandatory in-person meetings each year.

The Social Science Research Council is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We are dedicated to equal employment opportunity and to cultivating and sustaining a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workforce. SSRC maintains a policy of nondiscrimination with all employees and applicants for employment. All aspects of employment with the Council are made on the basis of competence, skill, and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, creed, color, religion, sex/gender, national origin/ancestry, ethnicity, age, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital or domestic partner status, medical conditions (including pregnancy and/or genetic information) or physical or mental disability, citizenship status, or any other categories prohibited by law.