The International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans (IFEBP) is North America’s largest membership organization for those who work with employee benefit plans. They are seeking a General Ledger Staff Accountant to support senior accountants and the director in accounting operations, maintain the general ledger, and coordinate accounts within the CRM system.
Responsibilities
- Prepares journal entries, reconciliations, and analysis under the direction of the senior accountants and director
- Supports monthly accrual estimates for educational programs, board & committee meetings, and other
- Analyzes impact of foreign exchange on operations and prepares allocation on the balance sheet and income statement
- Prepares monthly foreign currency exchange and CPI data/reports
- Maintains fixed asset database for all organizations
- Supports completion of general ledger and financial statements for sub-company(s)
- Performs routine internal control audits of accounts payables, speaker and board reimbursements, staff expense and credit card reports to ensure compliance with policy and tax law requirements
- Supports the department in the development of the annual budget
- Prepares workpapers and documentation requests for the annual audits and tax filings
- Maintains records retention for department per compliance requirements. Responsible to properly archive significant and mandatory financial documentation for the Foundation
- As needed, supports the accounts payable (A/P) function with workload, records maintenance, analysis of records, etc
- Makes process improvement recommendations
Skills
- A Bachelor's degree in Accounting is required
- Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel
- General knowledge of CRM and Accounting Systems
- Showcase excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Meticulous organization skills, attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and analysis
- Capable of both independent work and collaboration within a team environment
- Communicate effectively, displaying proficiency in both written and verbal communication
- Thorough knowledge of internal controls and audit procedures
- Familiarity with fixed asset accounting and maintenance
- Experience in preparing journal entries, reconciliations, and financial analysis
- Exhibit exceptional multitasking and adeptness in prioritizing tasks effectively
- Proactive approach to identifying process improvements and implementing solutions
- A 'Level 1' Staff Accountant which requires a minimum of one (1) year of experience in accounting
- A 'Level 2' Staff Accountant which requires a minimum of three (3) years of experience in accounting
- CPA candidate optional
- Prior experience in budgeting, forecasting, supporting audits, and understanding of the impact of foreign exchange is preferred
- Prior experience with Microsoft Dynamics and Great Plains is helpful, but not required
Benefits
- Comprehensive and affordable medical plan (which includes 24/7 Teledoc)
- Vision plan
- Dental plan
- FSA (medical and dependent care)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Long term disability
- Short term disability
- Ample PTO (vacation, sick, holidays)
- Defined benefit (pension) plan
- Non-elective company 401(k) contribution
- 401(k) matching contribution
- Free Milwaukee County Zoo passes
- On-site fitness center with yoga, stretch, and strength training classes
- Mindfulness sessions
- Bocce league
- Game nights
- Cribbage club
Company Overview
The International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans is a nonprofit organization, dedicated to providing the diverse employee benefits community with objective, solution-oriented education, research and information. It was founded in 1954, and is headquartered in Brookfield, Wisconsin, USA, with a workforce of 51-200 employees. Its website is http://www.ifebp.org/.
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