Staff Accountant 2

Position Summary:

The Staff 2 Accountant works as part of the Finance team to ensure the integrity and accuracy of the organization's financial records and compliance with accounting principles, regulations, and best practices in a non-profit environment. This role will support the accounting department in day-to-day operations, including general ledger entries, recordation of revenue activity, account reconciliation and ensuring compliance with company policies, procedures, and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). The Staff Accountant 2 will work with various departments to ensure the organization's financial health and contribute to its mission.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Prepare and post general ledger entries and adjustments
• Perform regular account reconciliations to ensure accuracy and consistency
• Generate and process revenue activity from multiple systems to the General Ledger
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes
• Support Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable as needed
• Ensure all financial records comply with GAAP and internal company policies
• Support internal and external audits by providing necessary documentation
• Assist in the Budget Process as needed
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure smooth financial operations
• Assist with ad hoc reports, projects, and other accounting tasks as needed

Minimum Qualifications:

• Batchler degree in accounting and/or Finance or certifications in Accounting/Finance
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in accounting operations

• Proficient with all Microsoft Office 365 applications (including Teams & SharePoint), with a heavy focus on advanced Excel features.
• Proficiency working with accounting software packages.
• Proven knowledge of accounting principles, practices, standards, laws, and regulations. Must maintain confidentiality.
• Solid verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail, accuracy and organizational skills
• Time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.

Benefits & Perks:

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Two low-cost medical plan options for employees.
• Employer-Paid Insurance: Dental, life, and long-term disability insurance are fully covered by the BSO.
• Generous Paid Time Off: Includes ample vacation, personal, and sick leave.
• Financial Wellness & Retirement:

• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for Dependent Care

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Exclusive BSO Perks: Complimentary or discounted tickets to BSO performances.

About the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra

For over a century, the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra (BSO) has been recognized as one of America’s leading orchestras and one of Maryland’s most significant cultural institutions. The orchestra is internationally renowned and locally admired for its innovation, performances, recordings, and educational outreach initiatives, including OrchKids. 

The Baltimore Symphony Orchestra performs annually for more than 275,000 people throughout the State of Maryland. Since 1982, the BSO has performed at the Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall in Baltimore, and since 2005, with the opening of The Music Center at Strathmore in North Bethesda, MD, the BSO became the nation’s first orchestra performing its full season of classical and pops concerts in two metropolitan areas. 

In July 2022, the BSO made history with the announcement that Jonathon Heyward would succeed Music Director Laureate and OrchKids Founder Marin Alsop as the Orchestra’s next Music Director. Maestro Heyward began his inaugural season in September 2023. 

The Baltimore Symphony Orchestra is a proud member of the League of American Orchestras. 

More information about the BSO can be found at www.bsomusic.org. 

The Baltimore Symphony Orchestra is an Equal Opportunity Employer

The Baltimore Symphony Orchestra and OrchKids do not discriminate in employment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, differing physical abilities, genetic information, age, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors.

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