Staff Accountant

DEPARTMENT: Finance & Operations

POSITION OBJECTIVE: Responsible for providing financial and accounting support to the Accounting Department for American Farm Bureau Federation and Affiliated Companies

REPORTS TO: Assistant Controller

LOCATION: Washington, DC; eligible for telework flexibility 2 days/week

DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepare account reconciliations (balance sheet and income statement) to ensure an accurate month-end and year-end close.
• Compile and/or analyze financial information (e.g. general ledger accounts) and research variances.
• Reconcile bank statements monthly.
• Prepare and maintain the fixed asset accounts and administer/trouble shoot the fixed asset application.
• Prepare journal entries/financial transactions in accordance with GAAP.
• Prepare and reconcile intercompany accounts between five entities and ensure monthly settlements occur timely.
• Reconcile investment accounts.
• Review and ensure accurate reporting of donor restricted funds.
• Assist in preparing monthly financial statements for all entities.
• Comply with applicable accounting and reporting rules and government regulations.
• Support month-end and year-end close functions and annual external audits.
• Assist with the timely filing of monthly and annual tax returns (Personal Property, Sales & Use, 990, 1120, etc.)
• Identify opportunities for improvement and make recommendations to gain efficiency and improve accuracy.
• Document accounting policies and procedures.
• Perform other tasks and projects as assigned.

RELATIONSHIPS:

Works with all AFBF employees and communicates with state Farm Bureau personnel and leaders as needed.

EDUCATION OR TRAINING REQUIRED:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or equivalent experience working in an Accounting department
• Working knowledge of general ledger/journal entries and generally accepted accounting principles

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in accounting or similar business environment.

• Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to effectively communicate with all levels of staff and external stakeholders, in writing and in person.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to maintain confidential information.

• Quick learner, self-motivated, naturally curious, and possess good judgment.

• Must possess strong Microsoft Excel skills (pivot table, V-lookup).
• Able to work well under pressure, detail oriented, deadline driven, and able to manage multiple and changing priorities.

PREFERRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/TRAINING/SKILLS:

• Experience with Sage Intacct or other ERP financial software

• Experience with trade associations or non-profits

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Occasional domestic travel

TO APPLY:

Please submit a cover letter and resume to humanresources@fb.org.