Staff Accountant at National Apartment Association – Arlington, Virginia

The Staff Accountant has as the prime responsibility the general ledger functions for the NAA Education Institute (NAAEI), along with managing Concur expense reports (an Accounts Payable item). This position assists the Vice President and other accounting staff in various duties pertaining to the National Apartment Association, the NAA Education Institute, NAA PAC, and NAA Services.

NAA Education Institute: Month-end closing

Reconcile general ledger accounts monthly with appropriate subsidiary ledger and customer accounts including but not limited to:

• Intercompany accounts
• Prepaid expenses
• Fixed assets
• Deferred revenue
• Accounts receivable
• Revenue accounts
• Expense accounts

• Allocate periodic expenses including but not limited to benefits and postage charges to the appropriate cost centers

• Complete monthly bank reconciliations,

• Reconcile monthly textbook (ViaTech) sales,

• Reconcile monthly AMS data (Nimble) with NAAEI’s Platform for Apartment Credential Engagement (PACE),

• Bill NAAEI Warehouse (Viatech) according to EI sales records.

Prepare journal entries for corrections as requested, ensuring adequate documentation support is provided for each request,

• Assist with the production of the monthly financials, management reports, and board packages.

Accounts Payable (NAA, NAAEI, NAA Services)

• Maintain customers’ information in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central (accounting software) and Concur (expense reports software)

• Coordinate approval process of all expense reports (Concur)

• Reconcile the corporate credit card transactions for legitimate business purchases

• Reconcile and follow up with staff on their corporate credit card disputed items

Other Duties

-Adheres to Data Accuracy Policy

• Assists in preparation of year-end schedules and documents for audit.

• Provide backup support for accounts payable as needed.

• Other duties as assigned.

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance with 3+ years of relevant experience

• Proficient with Microsoft Office software with emphasis on Excel

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy with excellent organization skills

• Solid analytical and problem-solving skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Preferred

• Not for profit accounting experience, preferable in a multi-entity environment

• Proficient in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central

• Familiarity with multi-cost center organizations

• Knowledge of Nimble Association Management Software (AMS)

Travel Requirements

Little to no travel is expected for this position

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of the job, the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms. The employee may occasionally lift up to 20 pounds.

Work Environment

Work is regularly performed in a professional office environment and routinely uses standard office equipment.