Corporate Accountant

Corporate Accountant

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Under minimal supervision, the Corporate Accountant executes corporate accounting responsibilities in a competent and professional manner while promoting INPO’s core values and team effectiveness attributes. The role researches and interprets financial information and performs duties that support the Assistant Controller, the Controller, as well as the strategy of the Finance team and the Institute.

• Prepares and reviews journal entries and reconciliations for various statement of financial position and statement of activities accounts.
• Supports annual accounting processes such as the financial statement audit, budgeting process, corporate insurance renewal, and tax return preparation.
• Assists in the ongoing review of finance and accounting processes and the utilization of financial software systems to identify opportunities for innovation.
• Assists with developing, maintaining, and distributing financial models, visualizations, and analyses on a periodic basis to identify trends, risks, and opportunities and inform strategic deployment of financial resources by leadership.
• Enhances existing and develops new finance and accounting workflows by implementing use of Microsoft Power Platform and generative AI and documenting as part of internal knowledge transfer process.
• Assists with ongoing review of the finance internal control structure to identify and close gaps.
• Measures, tracks, and reports on any non‑compliance with policies and procedures.
• Supports and participates in cross‑functional initiatives and special projects.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
• Knowledge of Microsoft Power Platform (Power BI, Power Automate, Power Apps, etc.).
• Demonstrates strong knowledge of the relevant specialty area, independently applying concepts and principles to solve problems and contribute to projects.
• Ability to communicate complex information in a clear, understandable, and influential manner to stakeholders.
• Ability to lead and work collaboratively with diverse teams to achieve common goals, while mentoring team members.
• Demonstrates advanced planning, organizational, and time‑management skills, leading projects, guiding team members, and driving strategic initiatives to achieve organizational goals.
• Strong ability to conduct research, gather information, and stay current with industry trends and best practices.
• Strong ability to analyze data, trends, and complex problems to solve within the relevant specialty area.
• Consistent, demonstrated ability to seek out and learn from feedback, coaching, and new experiences; adapts effectively to new challenges and independently applies learnings to improve performance.
• Ability to bring different teams together to brainstorm and share ideas, fostering a collaborative environment. Develop strong communication skills to effectively convey ideas and facilitate discussions. Contribute to cross‑functional projects, ensuring alignment and synergy among diverse teams.
• Ability to work and maintain confidentiality of highly sensitive/private information.

• High School Diploma or GED.

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, a related area, or a bachelor’s degree with major coursework in finance or accounting.

• Three or more years of professional work experience.
• One or more years of experience in finance or accounting.

• Three years of progressive work experience in finance or accounting.
• Experience with Net Suite accounting software.

• Must be able to work prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to work under minimal supervision.
• Must be able to sit, stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, climb, and crawl.
• Must be able to lift 25 pounds.
• Must have a U.S. state or territory issued Real  driver’s license or identification card.

• All INPO employees are expected to abide by behavioral expectations as outlined in INPO’s Core Values, Team Effectiveness Attributes, and Leadership Effectiveness Attributes.
• Employment is dependent upon successfully completing a pre‑employment background check and drug and alcohol test.
• This position may require obtaining unescorted access status.
• This position requires direct or indirect access to certain export‑controlled technology, which may require an export license in accordance with applicable U.S. export control laws and regulations. Any offer of employment is contingent upon receipt of the required export license or authorization.

• Mid‑Senior level

• Full‑time

• Accounting/Auditing and Finance

• Utilities