We Are Committed to an Inclusive Workplace
At the Philadelphia Museum of Art, we actively seek to employ a diverse group of people who embody our organizational values. We welcome and encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply, especially those from marginalized and underrepresented groups in the museum field, who are inspired by our shared purpose and enjoy working collaboratively with others.
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected status.
How You Will Contribute
Reporting to the Controller, the Staff Accountant is critical to the execution of the daily accounting function of the Museum and, as such, the successful candidate must work efficiently and effectively in a fast-paced and multi-faceted environment. This is a great position to master a variety of accounting and operational processes while supporting a critically important mission. This individual will bring poise and diplomacy to their interactions with colleagues, visitors, and other members of the PMA community. Additionally, they will bring creativity and ingenuity to help further automate processes.
Specifically, you will:
- Support accounts payable process, including allocation of expenses to accounts, departments, grants; obtaining appropriate approvals; and maintaining a high standard of accuracy.
- Perform monthly general ledger account reconciliations and analysis.
- Prepare and enter assigned monthly standard and adjusting journal entries.
- Perform reporting and analysis of operational data, such as memberships and attendance.
- Assist with grant reporting requirements.
- Assist in the annual independent audit process.
- Assist with streamlining processes through automation, including assisting with system assessments, testing, and implementation.
- Assist with payroll and HR related tasks.
- Perform other tasks and duties as assigned.