Senior Accountant

Are you interested in making a world of difference in cancer care? Cancer strikes more than 10 million people worldwide each year. As the leading medical society representing doctors who care for people with cancer, the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) is committed to conquering cancer through research, education, and promotion of the highest quality, equitable patient care. Who we are: ASCO is a flexible, high-performance membership organization where employees collaborate to support our mission through evidence, care, and impact. Together with Conquer Cancer, the ASCO Foundation, we foster a culture that prioritizes customer-centricity, emphasizes teamwork, commits to quality, and values inclusion. Our culture, ASCO Works - Our Way of Working, has long enabled workplace flexibility and embraced technology to help us achieve balance. ASCO offers competitive salaries, an excellent benefits package, and opportunities to participate in professional development programs. To learn what it's like to work at ASCO, click here. Who we are looking for: Are you a finance professional looking to make a direct impact in a nonprofit environment? Are you passionate about ensuring financial accuracy and compliance while driving process improvements? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you! If you are ready to contribute to the financial success of a mission-driven organization while making an impact, then we want to hear from you! Remote candidates welcome or primary location in Alexandria, VA Responsibilities Assist with monthly and year-end close process including assigned journal entries, account review and reconciliations, accruals, and general Oracle process support. Prepare complex general ledger account reconciliations and journal entries and ensure accuracy of trial balance at close. Review work of other staff members, verify accuracy, correct errors, and ensure staff are properly trained to reduce reoccurring errors. Gather and prepare schedules for external audit, providing necessary documentation and explanations. Prepare financial statement footnotes and provide calculations and support for disclosures. Ensure accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting in compliance with US GAAP and internal requirements. Understand and apply the accounting and reporting rules for not-for-profit entities and stay current with new developments. Analyze complex financial data and provide ad-hoc reports requested by internal and external stakeholders. Understand and maintain complex financial system configurations, hierarchies, mappings, and allocation rules needed to support the financial structure and reporting framework of the organization. Collaborate with the budget team to support variance analysis, forecasting, and the financial planning processes. Analyze the evolving financial reporting needs of the organization and implement changes and improvements. Ensure compliance with internal policies, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements. Identify opportunities to improve processes, suggest recommendations, and implement improvements. Collaborate with departments and Finance functional divisions to meet organizational needs, enhance high performance, and ensure quality customer service in developing and implementing ASCO's financial systems, data quality, compliance, and reporting. Cross training in other accounting functions and responsibilities is required. Other duties as assigned. Required Education and Experience Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field. 5 years of progressive experience in finance and accounting. Nonprofit experience. Experience and technical expertise with financial management systems, such as Oracle Cloud ERP. Proficiency in Excel for data analysis, modeling, and financial reporting. Competencies Strong commitment and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment, and ability to work well independently. Strong time management skills with ability to handle conflicting priorities, meet deadlines, and prioritize. Ability to closely follow processes in a fast-paced and high-volume environment with emphasis on accuracy and timeliness. Strong attention to detail and ability to track, monitor, and complete outstanding items to closure. Ability to communicate clearly, escalate matters timely, and recognize when additional support is required. Strong customer service orientation. Work Environment Fast-paced office environment. ADA/Physical Requirements Extended periods seated or standing at a desk. High use of computer and other office technology equipment. Travel No travel required. If position is remote, may be required to attend meetings at headquarters on a quarterly basis. Generous Benefits Package: Hybrid Work Environment Open Leave Policy Paid Family Leave 13 Paid Holidays per Calendar Year Staff Appreciation Days 401(k): 7.5% Employer Contribution Medical/Dental/Vision Employee Assistance Program Fertility and Family Forming Healthcare Concierge Flexible Spending Account(s) Healthcare Savings Account Disability and Life Insurance The American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. At ASCO, our goal is to foster and encourage a diversity of thought, experience, and background in our workplace. Our organization's culture is multi-dimensional, and we encourage our employees to leverage their unique perspectives and ideas.

Created: 2024-10-29