The Staff Accountant will work under the supervision of the Senior Accountant and report directly to the Controller. Perform a variety of accounting/bookkeeping functions, with specific focus on general ledger accounts and business transactions of Living Cities and its affiliate entities.
This position must adhere to the organizations’ Accounting Policies and Procedures manual in work performance and have fundamental knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
ABOUT THE POSITION
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES
POSITION TYPE
This is a full-time position.
CLASSFICATION
Exempt
LEVEL/FAMILY
4/Associate
REPORTS TO
Controller
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this role successfully, the individual must be able to independently fulfill each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations would be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education:
Experience:
Skills:
Knowledge
Racial Equity & Inclusion (REI)
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY
None
WORK ENVIRONMENT
This job operates in a professional office environment.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
As much of our work is performed on a computer, the employee must be able to remain in a position that allows them to do so effectively. Additionally, they may require some movement around the office to access files or other equipment or technology. As collaboration and communication are a large part of our work, the employee must also be able toa ccurately exchange information in these situations, whether verbally or written.
We will work with each employee to provide reasonable accommodations as needed.
TRAVEL
Travel is primarily local during the business day, although some out-of-area and overnight travel may be expected.
AAP/EEO POLICY STATEMENT
Living Cities is committed to building a culturally diverse and inclusive team at all levels. We are an equal opportunity employer and provide opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
OTHER DUTIES
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION
Founded in 1991, Living Cities is a collaborative of 19 of the world’s largest foundations and financial institutions. We foster transformational relationships across sectors to connect those who are willing to do the hard work of closing racial income and wealth gaps. Together, we are partnering with cross-sector leaders in cities across the country to imagine and create an America in which all people are economically secure, building wealth, and living abundant, dignified, and connected lives. Our staff, investments, convenings, and networks support efforts that operationalize racial equity and inclusion in local government, create inclusive narratives, bring communities together to devise and act on a shared vision for the future, and eliminate inequities in systems such as entrepreneurship, homeownership, and access to capital.
DATE: March 21, 2022
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