Title: Accounting Specialist

Reports To: Director of Finance

Location: Massachusetts (Hybrid; one day in office strongly preferred)

Status: Full Time; Exempt

Start Date: Immediately

Facing History and Ourselves is a global education non-profit organization that challenges teachers and students to use lessons of history to stand up to bigotry and hate.

The Accounting Specialist is responsible for a variety of accounting responsibilities within the Finance Office. The Accounting Specialist serves as the primary point of contact for all Concur processing. In addition, this individual will perform several general ledger accounting activities such as the monthly reconciliation of various accounts along with follow-up processes for Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable accounts. Reporting to the Director of Finance, the Accounting Specialist interacts closely with other members of the Finance team and works with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.

Specific Responsibilities Include:

• Conduct the employee reimbursements and credit card reporting within the Concur system. Verify accurate general ledger reporting of all expenses in Concur

• Posts all Salesforce entries including Pledges and reclassification of the control account

• Reconciles Salesforce with the general ledger for all pledge and revenue accounts.

• Manage accrued liabilities on a monthly basis along with other smaller balance sheet accounts

• Provide support for Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable regarding follow-up on Accounts Payable bill processing and Accounts Receivable collections

• Give support in processes regarding daily deposit of checks and credit cards

• Collaborate with the Director of Finance on documentation and monitoring of control policies and procedures for financial and related operating functions regarding areas of responsibility

• Perform ongoing accounting and internal financial reporting tasks including preparation of journal entries, analysis of various accounts

• Serve as one of the back-ups for Financial Statements, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and deposits. Works closely with the Senior Accountant and the Manager of Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable.

• Interacts broadly with people at all levels across the company including senior executives; specific partnership with HR for payroll

• Interactions outside the company including customers, vendors, consultants, and others

• Execute other duties as needed

Essential Skills, Qualifications, and Competencies:

Facing History understands that restrictive job requirements may exclude historically marginalized groups from applying to jobs for which they are qualified. We take an equitable and holistic screening approach. If you feel you have demonstrated experience and expertise relevant to perform this role, please don’t hesitate to apply!

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business Administration preferred

• Minimum of one year accounting experience

• Or a combination of education and work experience to meet the above qualifications

• Knowledge of accounting processes and procedures

• Knowledge of Sage accounting system, payroll systems (Paylocity) application program integration (API) and customer relationship management (CRM)

• Detailed oriented with a focus on accuracy

• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, complete work accurately and meet deadlines

• Able to work with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community

• Works independently with general direction and supervision

• Customer service oriented

Benefits Summary: In addition to meaningful and rewarding work, Facing History provides an excellent and competitive compensation and benefits package including medical with a health reimbursement account, dental, vision, life & AD&D, long-term & short-term disability insurance, 403(b) retirement plan with a discretionary organizational contribution, generous paid time off, an employee assistance program, travel assistance plan, pre-tax commuter spending accounts, flexible spending accounts, voluntary Colonial Life group plans, robust wellness programs through Welnys TV, aHealthyMe & weekly virtual yoga and meditation, WellCents 403(b) advisement, and a friendly hybrid work environment.

Facing History values a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, veteran status and record of arrest or conviction, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Facing History’s Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. At Facing History, we honor and value the uniqueness of each and every human being. Our strength as an organization that provides and distributes educational content and pedagogy to teachers across the globe is directly tied to our diversity of staff, leadership, educators, students, scholars, and volunteers. Our commitment is to treat individuals with dignity and to build and maintain a community of full participation, inclusive of the voices, needs, and contributions of all. As an organization, we are deeply aware of the legacies of injustices that persist in society and in the workplace, and we value and promote diversity, equity, and inclusion in their association with excellence.