Accounting Assistant
Company: The Aspen Institute
Location: Washington
Posted on: January 27, 2023
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Job Description:
The Aspen Institute
The Aspen Institute is a global nonprofit organization committed to
realizing a free, just, and equitable society. Since its founding
in 1949, the Institute has been driving change through dialogue,
leadership, and action to help solve the most critical challenges
facing communities in the United States and around the world.
Headquartered in Washington, DC, the Institute has a campus in
Aspen, Colorado, and an international network of partners.
Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
To achieve our mission of a more free, just, and equitable society,
we commit to working proactively to advance the principles of
diversity, equity, and inclusion across our myriad endeavors such
as the recruitment, compensation, training, and advancement of
staff. The best people-serving institutions make this commitment,
and we seek to be a leader in the ways that we do so and learn from
others. Visit our website to learn more about our commitment and
recent actions taken toward building and nurturing a diverse and
inclusive environment.
Department Description: The Accounting & Treasury Unit of the
Office of Financial Operations (OFO) is responsible for all
transactional processes of the Institute, which includes Accounts
Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll and general ledger oversight.
The department completes the annual audit process, ensures
compliance with all financial regulations, and provides financial
information to internal staff, senior management, Board of
Directors, and external parties.
Basic Function:
The Financial Assistant's primary responsibility is to ensure all
gifts and grants are accurately and timely processed in
Salesforce's Nonprofit Success Pack (NPSP) and NetSuite Accounting
system and provide administrative support to the Accounting
Department
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Nonprofit Success Pack (NPSP) Gift Duties:
Ecommerce Duties:
Administrative and Other Duties:
The Financial Assistant interacts routinely with all members of the
accounting and finance team including CFO, as well as other
GB&A departments, Office of Institutional Advancement and
Program staff members responsible for departmental accounting
functions.
Knowledge, Education and Experience:
Level of Authority:
The Aspen Institute offers a generous benefits package including
health, dental, vision, and prescription benefits, retirement
benefits, and paid leave.
The Aspen Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies
with all District and federal laws. All qualified applicants will
receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color,
religion, sex, national origin, or protected veteran or disabled
status and will not be discriminated against.
Individuals needing an accommodation to complete the job
application can contact HRSupport@aspeninstitute.org or call (202)
736-1074.
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