Share Email Opening Title Accounting Specialist  Location Museum of Life and Science   About the Organization The Museum of Life and Science, one of North Carolina’s top family destinations, has been a beloved Durham institution for 75 years. The Museum features 84 acres of exhibits, experiences, and outdoor exploration, including one of the East Coast's largest butterfly conservatories and a two-story science center. As an accredited zoo, the Museum is home to lemurs, black bears, endangered red wolves, and more than 140 species of live animals, butterflies, and insects. Readers of Durham Magazine, Indy Week, and Carolina Parent have repeatedly named us the top Museum in the Triangle. Charity Navigator rated the Museum, a 501(c3) nonprofit organization, 100 out of 100-- the highest possible score. Our mission is to create a place of lifelong learning where people of all ages embrace science as a way of knowing about themselves, their community, and their world. The Museum serves our increasingly diverse community with interactive and accessible experiences that build and develop lifelong connections with science, nature, and critical thinking. The Museum partners with NASA, NOAA, the National Science Foundation, Duke University, NC State University, and the University of North Carolina on many research projects and programs. In addition to an incredible team of co-workers, the Museum provides competitive compensation commensurate with experience, as well as a full array of employee benefits for eligible positions, including a generous 403b retirement plan with employer contributions, health, dental, and vision insurance, flex-spending plans, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, paid vacation and sick leave, nine paid annual holidays, employee appreciation events, and a family membership to the Museum.   Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time   Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt   Description Process bi-weekly payroll ensuring that timesheets are completed and approved in accordance with complex timekeeping policies Export payroll data from payroll system, prepare in Excel, and import into general ledger system Enter 403(b) contributions into pension administrator's system and enter in general ledger system Reconcile pension payable account in general ledger Reconcile all daily revenue to cash, check, and credit card deposits Create journal vouchers and import revenue into general ledger system, paying close attention to coding and detail Deliver cash deposit to bank, scan checks to bank for deposit, and support Guest Relations and Retail Operations with change orders Invoice school group visits and offsite programs Maintain accounts receivable balances and collect past-due amounts from slow payers Update various excel spreadsheets and schedules with internal and external data Assist the Senior Accountant with special projects and monthly reporting Additional duties as assigned   Position Requirements Required Two or more years of accounting experience, specifically payroll & accounts receivable Very strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office, specifically Excel Proficiency with accounting software, understanding of accounting concepts, and comfort with 10-key by touch Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality with personal information Strong attention to detail Thorough knowledge of accounts receivable/general ledger systems and procedures, financial chart of accounts, and generally accepted accounting principles Ability to troubleshoot, follow up, and resolve problems with staff from other departments Strong planning, multitasking, and organizational skills to balance and prioritize duties Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal Ability to perform tasks with a high degree of accuracy and independence Desired Nonprofit or government experience AA degree or higher in accounting Paychex accounting software experience Abila MIP accounting software experience Collections experience   Shift -not applicable-   Pay Range   EOE Statement The Museum of Life and Science is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, creed, age, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, military or veteran status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law. In addition, we will provide reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities to participate in the job application or interview process, perform crucial job functions, and receive other benefits and privileges of employment. As an equal opportunity employer, we value the differences and benefits that a diverse culture brings. Join us!   Category Accounting/Finance   This position is currently not accepting applications. 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