FRAZIER HISTORY MUSEUM JOB DESCRIPTION

TITLE: Accounting Manager

RESPONSIBLE TO:  Controller

FLSA STATUS: Exempt/ Salaried

         

POSITION PURPOSE AND OBJECTIVES:

The Accounting Manager is a full-time, exempt member of Frazier History Museum staff. The Accounting Manager is responsible for managing the grants processes. The Accounting Manager will assist the Controller in the day-to-day operations of the museum. In consultation with the Controller, the Accounting Manager has responsibility for maintaining internal controls and safeguarding the Museum's assets and financial infrastructure.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

  • Works with Controller and Accounting and Operations Specialist.

  • Develop procedures for grant accounting.

  • Complete analysis of grants.

  • Complete grant reporting.

  • Insures accurate grant expenses.

  • Maintains general ledger and vendor accounts.

  • Completes state and federal tax reporting.

  • Assists in the month and year end close.

  • Audits banking information for accuracy between accounting system and bank accounts.

  • Compiles and maintains records for federal, state and private grants

  • Other duties as assigned by the Controller.

 

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Minimum bachelor’s degree in accounting.

  • 3-5 years of accounting experience, preferably within a nonprofit organization

  • Experience with grant accounting

  • Proficiency in Microsoft 360, including advanced Microsoft Excel.

  • Strong organizational, problem-solving, time-management, and project management abilities.

  • High degree of integrity and commitment to maintaining confidentiality.

  • Ability to lead and work collaboratively as part of a team, to solve problems and deliver solutions.

EXPECTED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (prime examples, but not all-inclusive):

  • Demonstrates a professional demeanor, initiative, confidence, creativity, the ability to set priorities in a dynamic environment, and commitment to continuous improvement.

  • Possesses excellent written and oral communication skills, with strong people skills.

  • Able to work independently and complete tasks and projects.

  • Demonstrates good judgment, analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving abilities.

  • Accepts accountability for timely results and diligence.

  • Is flexible and willing to embrace change/shift priorities on a regular basis.

  • Is a collaborator and committed to the goals and ideals of the Museum.

 

WORKING AND PHYSICAL CONDITIONS:

  • Generally, work in an office setting from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, but must be available to work flexible/additional hours as needed.

  • Typical physical demands include sitting at desk, walking, standing, climbing stairs, hearing, and lifting and carrying up to 20 lbs.

  • The position may require occasional travel, including trips to acquire supplies, go to functions, attend/coordinate events, all of which may be outside of and/or in addition to normal working hours.

Send all resumes to dbeckner@fraziermuseum.org