Staff Accountant Accounts Receivable

Arabella Advisors helps foundations, philanthropists and investors who are serious about impact achieve the greatest good with their resources. We work on issues ranging from the social and economic advancement of women and girls, and conservation of our climate and planet, to reducing poverty and inequity in the United States and around the world. Our staff members are mission-driven and action-oriented, and have a unique combination of experience in philanthropy, business, nonprofits, government, finance, law, and other fields.

We combine creative, strategic thinking with knowledge and networks developed through decades of hands-on experience. The fastest-growing philanthropic advisory firm in the nation, Arabella is also a certified B Corporation.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)

Advancing DEI within our firm and in our work with partners is critical to our mission. To be effective partners to philanthropists, nonprofits, and communities impacted by philanthropic dollars, we need to have a highly diverse staff, a workplace where individuals are encouraged to retain their uniqueness and can feel a sense of belonging, and a nuanced understanding of the racial, ethnic, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, and other disparities that undergird the issues we engage in and the interactions we have with one another.

For us, equity means that our staff members, our clients, and the people they serve can experience the same level of success, no matter their starting place. We expect all our employees to share this commitment, and always seek ways to improve how well we live these values.  to learn more about DEI at Arabella and read our official DEI statement.

Staff Accountant (Accounts Receivable), Arabella Finance (Washington, DC or Durham, NC)

Arabella Advisors seeks a dynamic and enthusiastic individual to join our Corporate Finance team. The position reports to the Accounting Manager and will be responsible for the timely and accurate preparation of financial information. We need you to be highly organized, and detail and deadline-oriented with a demonstrated ability to manage several projects simultaneously. The right candidate has outstanding client service skills, operates independently with minimal direction and enjoys working in a fast paced, mission driven environment.

Manage Accounts Receivable processes including client intake, weekly and monthly invoicing, credit memo, and monthly reporting

Work with internal and external stakeholders to resolve collections issues

Monitor project costs

Work closely with internal stakeholders to ensure timely and accurate month-end close procedures including preparation of journal entries and GL reconciliations

Assist with preparation of annual audit reconciliations and schedules

Provide financial management support and maintain investment activity schedules for our portfolio of family foundation clients

Other Responsibilities

Assist the Assistant Controller and the Accounting Manager with special projects

Support General Accounting function

To Be Successful in This Role, You’ll Need

Associate's Degree or Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Finance or Accounting Preferred, or equivalent level of experience (5 years of experience without an Associate's degree or 7 years of experience without a Bachelor's degree)

3+ years of relevant professional experience, with 2+ years of experience in accounts receivable or similar financial experience preferred

Understanding of accounting principles including accrual accounting

Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Outlook, Word)

A strong worth ethic; be well-organized and a self-starter

A solid analytical and problem-solving skillset

A drive to raise process efficiency issues and collaborate with team members to implement solutions

Excellent verbal and written communication, including the ability to report on complex data in an easily understandable manner

The ability to work independently and within teams in a fast-paced and high-volume environment with an emphasis on accuracy and timeliness

The ability to manage and make progress on multiple…