Accounting Associate

Looking to contribute to a mission-driven company?

At the

American Water Works Association

, you’ll find purpose, great culture, collaborative colleagues, great benefits, and interesting work. Our mission is providing solutions to effectively manage water, the world’s most vital resource. We are seeking an

Accounting Associate

to join our Finance department.

Position Objective/General Purpose

Provide general accounting and finance support in accounts payable, company registration and filings, inventory, financial reporting, audit and financial analysis. Assist with the coordination of AWWA internal meetings, external Finance Committee and Audit Committee meetings along with the preparation of presentation materials for distribution. Execute daily processes and controls accurately and in a timely manner; ensure adherence to Company policies.

Essential Job Functions

- Oversee, reconcile, and/or maintain Accounts Payable records; process vendor bills, employee expense reimbursements, travel advances, and manual check requests according to department standards and approval procedures; produce and ensure checks are issued on time; prepare related reports.

- Set up new vendors/payees as needed.

- Follow up on aged accounts payable; follow-up on outstanding checks.

- Provide general accounting and finance support.

- Calculate monthly nonstandard customer payments and quarterly author royalty payments.

- Run banking reports and prepare daily cash position schedules

- Assist with inventory cycle counts.

- Prepare audit work papers as required.

- Maintenance and filing of all company registration and compliance documents such as state periodic reports, state fundraising registration, certificate of good standing, state domestic corporation annual filings, and annual exempt property tax reports.

- Generate standard financial reports for team reconciliation and distribution to AWWA staff.

- Provide support and serve as a backup to the Procurement Analyst, including processing purchase requests, coordinating with suppliers during absences or high-demand times, order tracking and inventory management.

- Coordinate meeting logistics for the AWWA Finance, and Audit committee meetings; assist in the preparation and organization of meeting notebooks.

- Assist in the preparation and organization of financial materials for AWWA Executive Committee and Board of Director notebooks.

- Prepare and file IRS Form 1099s in compliance with IRS regulations. Assist with annual audit including preparation of work papers.

- Perform other administrative duties to support AWWA’s Chief Financial Officer, including but not limited to:

- Coordinate and manage the ordering and purchasing of food and beverages for meetings and events, ensuring timely delivery, consideration of dietary preferences and budget restrictions.

- Schedule and organize meetings, including booking conference rooms and sending invitations.

- Arrange and book travel accommodations, including flights, hotels and local transportation in compliance with AWWA’s travel policy.

- Prepare and file IRS Form 1099s in compliance with IRS regulations. Assist with annual audit including preparation of work papers.

- Overall accounting: help with G/L account reconciliation and month-end closing, other ad hoc projects.

- Consistent, regular, punctual attendance as scheduled is an essential responsibility of this position.

- Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned, including but not limited to:

- Work overtime with little or no notice as needed.

- Attend meetings, phone conferences, and trainings as needed

- Know, understand, and follow employee guidelines, employment policies and department or company procedures.

Education, Certification or Formal Training:

Associate degree or equivalent full-charge bookkeeper experience preferred

Work Experience (including computer skills):

- Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in accounting preferred.

- Demonstrated knowledge of GAAP required.

- Experience in non-profit accounting preferred.

- Familiarity of ERP systems and reporting; NetSuite preferred

- Minimum of three (3) years’ accounts payable experience preferred including experience with 1099 preparation.

- Intermediate to advanced knowledge in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook required.

- Demonstrated proficiency in business software applications and integrated accounting systems required.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

The targeted pay is $23.37 to $29.18 / hour depending on experience and is paired with a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

- Three separate paid time off accounts (Vacation, Sick and Personal)

- Immediate eligibility and vesting for retirement savings plan with a

3% employer contribution and up to 3% company

match upon hire

- Excellent medical, dental and vision plans with generous cost sharing by employer

- $250 payment towards the cost of at-home computer equipment

Submit cover letter along with resume. Position is open until filled.

AWWA is an employer dedicated to equal employment opportunity; therefore, minorities, women, veterans and disabled persons are encouraged to apply.