Senior Accountant

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Accountant to join our Finance Department! 

Reporting to the Director of Finance, you will perform advanced accounting duties requiring the application of complex accounting principles and practices to effectively support management and other leadership team members in assessing and improving the organization’s financial standing. You may complete various administrative, organizational, and analytical tasks to monitor the financial health of the organization.

Help us ignite the next era of science.

What You’ll Do

• Prepare and file sales and use taxes.
• Research state and country tax and compliance issues.
• Assist with the preparation of tax returns by examining company accounts and records, compute tax returns according to laws and regulations.
• Assist in the review of budget submissions in Workday Adaptive; assist with organizational budget preparation and ongoing projections.
• Prepare various accounting papers, schedules, reconciliations, and summaries. May develop nonstandard reports and statements.
• Assist with financial audits.
• Review independent contractor determinations.
• Assist with banking relationships.
• Manage application process of AAAS’ corporate insurance program and issue certificates of insurance upon request.
• Coordinate reporting for the subsidiary board meetings; record the activity of the subsidiaries via monthly journal entries; provide support to the daily management of the organization’s US based for-profit subsidiary, AAAS Fellowship Programs, Inc. (AFPI) including monthly journal entries i.e., payroll and other account reconciliations.
• Perform other work-related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Position requires extensive university or college level training leading to a Bachelor’s degree (Accounting or Finance major).
• Five to seven years accounting experience and knowledge of GAAP/GAAS, and FASB requirements ideally in a non-profit setting. Must have exceptional knowledge of accounting and financial principles, regulations, and best practices along with an understanding of governmental guidelines and tax laws that could impact the organization.
• Highly motivated self-starter with strong collaboration and teamwork skills.
• Highly organized with a keen attention to detail.
• Proficient with data analysis, critical thinking as well as research and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication as well as solid interpersonal skills.
• Strong computer skills and experience with spreadsheet programs and financial databases.
• Workday Adaptive (budget and planning) experience desired.

Application Process 

Submit a resume and cover letter outlining qualifications and interest in the position by September 8, 2026. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. A member of Human Resources will contact you with next steps if you are selected for an interview.

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The anticipated initial rate of compensation for this position is between $90,000 and $110,000 per year. AAAS currently provides the following benefits for this position: paid vacation leave, paid sick leave, paid holidays, health insurance, flexible spending account, dental insurance, life insurance, vision insurance, retirement benefits, short- and long-term disability, each subject to the terms of the applicable program. Additional benefits may apply.

Any actual offer of employment, reflecting the total compensation package and benefits, will be made in the sole discretion of AAAS and will be based on a variety of factors, including years of experience, depth of experience, and other relevant factors. AAAS reserves the right to amend or modify its employment benefits and compensation structure at any time.

AAAS is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category. AAAS uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. No visa sponsorship is available for this position.

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