Staff Accountant II

Company: Philadelphia Museum of Art
Location: Philadelphia
Posted on: January 14, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description We Are Committed to an Inclusive Workplace At the Philadelphia Museum of Art, we actively seek to employ a diverse group of people who embody our organizational values. We welcome and encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply, especially those from marginalized and underrepresented groups in the museum field, who are inspired by our shared purpose and enjoy working collaboratively with others. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected status. Working for the Controller, Staff Accountant II is critical to the execution of the daily accounting function of the Museum, and as such, the successful candidate must work efficiently and effectively in a fast-paced multi-faceted environment. This position will contribute to a variety of accounting and operational processes while supporting a critically important mission. This role requires an experienced professional with strong knowledge of fund accounting, and internal controls in a nonprofit environment. Specifically, you will: Maintain general ledger and ensure accurate recording of all financial transactions. Prepare journal entries, allocations and adjustments recorded in the financial management system. Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards and balance sheet accounts monthly. Maintains detailed accounting records for all endowment and designated funds to record investment activity (income, unrealized/realized gains/losses, fees, unitization, and asset allocations) from custodial and investment manager statements. Support financial accounting for balance sheet analysis and research. Assist with month-end close process and year end close process. Support the preparation of financial reports for funders, board members and management. Support the annual audit, Form 990 preparation and other regulatory filings. Review the annual audit package for completeness, preparing footnotes and documentation related to endowment and investment activity. Prepares all required schedules related to but not limited to endowment and investments for audit and tax reporting to support the preparation of the organization’s Form 990 and Form 990T, related schedules and disclosures. Prepare debt compliance and business data reports (i.e. cash flow analysis and projections) as needed. Perform other duties as assigned. Your background and experience include: Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration or related field. Certified Public Accountant or equivalent, preferred. Minimum of 3-5 years’ experience as an accountant, including experience in the nonprofit environment required and endowment accounting experience preferred. Strong organizational skills, diligence, and ability to working collaboratively. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Proficient with financial database systems, reporting tools and software programs, Microsoft Office 365 required, and familiarity with Blackbaud Financial Edge and Raiser’s Edge preferred. CPA or CPA candidate preferred. Experience preparing for audits and Form 990 filings preferred. Position and Compensation Details The salary for this position is $70,000. This position is Full-Time, Exempt, and 35 hours per week. This position reports to Controller Physical requirements: Able to remain stationary for extended periods of time, to utilize computers and other office equipment required of this job, to perform physically administrative duties in a typical interior office environment, gallery, or exhibit space, and to access most public and staff areas of the museum campus Background check required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job. Institutional Requirements Upholds the professional standards of the field, always acts in a manner that is consistent with the best interests of the museum and protects and enhances its reputation and standing within the community of museums. Adheres to the museum’s code of ethics and Employee Handbook and avoids any real or perceived conflicts of interest. Shows respect for co-workers and visitors and an understanding of and appreciation for the diversity of the museum’s staff, volunteers, and audiences. Maintains confidentiality. Adheres to all museum protocols, procedures, rules, and policies. Application Timeline Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. We encourage candidates to apply early as the position will close once we have a robust applicant pool or a candidate has been selected. What We Offer Our employees are at the center of the museum. As an employee, you will have access to numerous museum perks including, but not limited to: Free general admission to the museum for you and your immediate family Discounted guest tickets for admission Discounts on gift memberships Special staff tours and presentations from our curatorial and conservation teams Discounts at the museum restaurant, museum cafés, and museum retail and online stores We offer a comprehensive benefits package for employees including: Medical, dental, and vision benefits Fully paid short-term disability insurance, long-term disability insurance, and life insurance Health savings or flexible spending account program Retirement savings program with museum match Paid vacation, personal days, sick days, and holidays *Eligibility for certain benefits is based on a variety of factors including the employee’s regular schedule and tenure. Powered by JazzHR LeKQP999rJ

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