Accountant

OUR VALUES

We consider how you do your job as important as what you do, and we live our values daily.

Integrity

Honesty and consistency are core to our values, and we believe that all individuals should be treated with respect, regardless of position. We strive to create a culture that celebrates diversity as a means of inspiring and cultivating innovation, purpose and inclusion among our most important stakeholders, our colleagues.

Teamwork

We feel safe to express our ideas and enthusiastically collaborate to achieve common goals, while reaping the rewards as a team. Exhibiting personal drive and resilience, even in challenging circumstances, is core to our culture.

Trust

We believe in the reliability, competency, and honesty of our colleagues. The confidence in our relationship with others is the groundwork for how we interact and build on those relationships.

Strive for Excellence

We care about making a difference. We contribute our time, talent and creativity to deliver innovative, high-quality and impactful work for the investors, communities and professionals that count on a fair and efficient municipal market. In service to our mission, we strive to build our knowledge, develop our skills and overcome obstacles.

The Municipal Securities Rulemaking Board (MSRB) is currently seeking a detail-oriented Accountant to manage financial transactions, prepare accurate financial reports, and ensure compliance with accounting principles. Reporting to the Controller, the Accountant will execute tasks related to general ledger maintenance, account reconciliation, tax return preparation, and financial analysis.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement accounting department goals, policies, and procedures.

• Manage technology solutions for accounts receivable and accounts payable.

• Maintain positive work environment conducive to teamwork and quality.

• Process monthly invoices and statements for various fees accurately and timely.

• Apply daily cash receipts to accounts receivable balances.

• Process late fees and penalties monthly before issuing statements.

• Handle registrant and subscriber accounts receivable adjustments and refunds.

• Monitor past due balances and initiate necessary collection efforts.

• Verify invoices for proper authorization and coding.

• Process weekly electronic payments and check runs for vendors and reimbursements.

• Assist with payroll processing and ensure accuracy of deductions and withholdings.

• Prepare bank entries, reconcile transactions, and collaborate on corrections.

Qualifications:

• The ideal candidate will possess a bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field.

• Three years of relevant experience with proficiency in accounting software.

• Strong analytical skills and the ability to problem-solve issues using sound judgment.

• Effective communication and organizational abilities are essential.

• Ability to take initiative on assigned projects, manage time effectively and work with minimal supervision.

We are proud to offer a Hybrid work environment and comprehensive benefits package that supports our employees' overall mental and physical health and wellness. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, retirement, parental leave and commuter benefits plus disability insurance, tuition assistance and more. We aim to empower our employees with the resources they need to achieve a successful work life integration.

All applicants must demonstrate their ability to work in the U.S. without current or future employer sponsorship. No exceptions will be made.