Tuesday, January 31, 2012

Mosaic

Accountant, Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens - Pittsburgh, PA

 

Posted: 1/31/12

 

Accountant
Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens

Esteemed as the Green Heart of Pittsburgh and one of the world’s greenest public gardens, Phipps Conservatory is empowered by its mission to inspire and educate visitors with the beauty and importance of plants; to advance sustainability and worldwide biodiversity through action and research; and to celebrate its historic glasshouse.

Phipps is seeking a full-time Accountant to prepare timely and accurate financial statements, administer financial policies and procedures and provide internal financial services, as well as oversee maintenance of Phipps’ accounting and financial records.  Principal duties will include, but not be limited to:

  • Provide for the maintenance of the general ledgers, general journals, payroll records, accounts payable function, cash receipts and maintenance of various contract and document files related to permanent records of Phipps.
  • Prepare daily, monthly, quarterly and annual reports for the board of trustees and department heads.
  • Coordinate the auditing of financial statements and compliance with generally accepted accounting principles with Phipps’ independent public accountants.
  • Prepare and file in a timely manner required tax returns, observing all relevant local, state, and federal regulations.
  • Work with the chief financial officer to prepare Phipps’ annual budget.

A bachelor’s degree in accounting and three years’ relevant experience is required.  Nonprofit experience and/or CPA certification is a plus.  Phipps offers a competitive compensation package, strong benefits and unique atmosphere.

For more information about Phipps, please visit our website: www.phipps.conservatory.org.

 

TO APPLY: 

Qualified candidates should email a resume, cover letter and salary requirements to hr@phipps.conservatory.org or mail to Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Human Resources Department, 1059 Shady Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15232.

No telephone calls, please.

Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens is an equal opportunity employer.

 

Please mention that you heard about this opportunity from Dewey & Kaye Jobs Watch in your cover letter when applying for this position.

 
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