Museum Accountant

Museum Accountant

The Florida Museum of Natural History, the state museum of Florida and the largest and leading natural history museum on a public university campus in the US, is seeking an experienced Accountant. Reporting to the Assistant Director of Finance, this critical position maintains and monitors all fiscal transactions and account ledgers of the Florida Museum of Natural History’s approximately $30 million budget, including research and public outreach activities. The Accountant compiles data and prepares a variety of reports for the Assistant Director of Finance and museum administration. Monitors spending activities in grant projects and works closely with PIs. Performs other budgetary and administrative duties as needed.

The Accountant will reconcile monthly transaction details incurred in all PeopleSoft chartfields of the museum. Researches and analyzes errors or missing supporting documents for the transactions. Works with the Fiscal and HR teams and other museum departments to resolve issues.

The Accountant will maintain the integrity of accounting records of museum grant projects from the beginning to close out; reviews and analyzes fiscal transactions charged to sponsored awards to ensure compliance with cost principles as defined in the Uniform Guidance and individual award agreements. In the event charges are incorrectly assigned to sponsored awards, performs research and makes corrections after working with museum HR and Fiscal staff, and PIs.

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm

$60,000-$70,000; commensurate with education and experience

Bachelors degree in an appropriate area and two years of relevant experience.

• Ability to complete work according to scheduled deadlines.
• Knowledge of PeopleSoft.
• Accuracy and attention to detail are essential for this position.
• Strong background in accounting, finance and other fiscal responsibilities.
• Ability to post, balance and reconcile fiscal records.

In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume.

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.