Staff Accountant

Job Description

STAFF ACCOUNTANT
Location: Washington, D.C. Not remote eligible

HOW YOU WILL IMPACT THE BIG PICTURE:
Perform a variety of standard, technical, accounting functions including analysis, preparation, and maintenance of routine and non-routine entries to the general ledger of EWTN News.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:
• Understand and promote the overall mission of EWTN and the specific mission of the Accounting Department.
• Maintain good working relationships with all external and internal customers, promoting an attitude of helpfulness.
• Foster a culture of integrity and disciplined stewardship regarding the use of financial resources entrusted to the organization.
• Process accounts payable invoices and payments.
• Maintain the integrity and accuracy of all general ledger accounts.
• Participate in the monthly financial closing process by preparing journal entries, account reconciliations, and various analyses.
• Prepare special account analyses and financial reports as directed by management.
• Work closely with Financial Manager in preparation for the annual audit, facilitating with audit procedures.
• Coordinate with the Financial Manager to develop annual budget and financial forecasts.
• Prepare not-for-profit Federal, State, and local tax reports as applicable for EWTN News and its subsidiaries.

ABOUT YOU:
• Strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Operational experience with various accounting software systems and strong Microsoft Office Suite & Adobe Acrobat knowledge.
• Your dominant soft skills include: Exceptional analytical skills, highly meticulous & organized; excellent communication, interpersonal & time management skills.
• Highly effective collaborator within your team.
• Possess a high level of integrity and prioritize ethical financial practices in all aspects of your work.
• Have a deep affinity for EWTN's mission and understanding of the Catholic Faith.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• Minimum 1-2 years of experience in accounting roles
• Experience with not-for-profit-accounting
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics GP, Management Reporter, and Concur.

EDUCATION:
• Associates Degree or Bachelor of Science Degree in accounting, finance, or related business field, or equivalent experience.

WHAT YOU'LL LOVE ABOUT WORKING HERE:
• We offer a career with purpose! Apply your God-given talents, knowing your contributions help to advance EWTN's mission of sharing the Gospel with the world.
• Caring environment. We value the importance of family/life balance and welcome you as an EWTN family member, not just an employee.
• Worship at work! Freedom to participate in Mass, visit the chapel for prayer or attend an annual retreat.
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package including Health, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability insurance and Retirement Savings Plan.
• 11 Paid Holidays and generous Paid Time Off program.
• Tuition reimbursement for online continuing education and degree programs through our partnership with Catholic International University.
• Ability to learn alongside legacy employees while bringing new ideas to the growing team!

WHAT TO DO NEXT:
If you're ready to get started on EWTN's mission to bring the Gospel to the world, please apply at https://www.ewtn.com/employment.

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About the Employer

EWTN Global Catholic Network, in its 44th year, is the largest religious media network in the world. EWTN's 11 global TV channels are broadcast in multiple languages 24 hours a day, seven days a week to over 435 million television households in more than 160 countries and territories. EWTN platforms also include radio services transmitted through SIRIUS/XM, iHeart Radio, and over 500 domestic and international AM & FM radio affiliates; a worldwide shortwave radio service; one of the largest Catholic websites in the U.S.; electronic and print news services, including Catholic News Agency, "The National Catholic Register" newspaper, and several global news wire services; as well as EWTN Publishing, its book publishing division.