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The Hunt Institute

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Staff Accountant

The Hunt Institute · Cary, North Carolina, United States

Full-timeHybrid · 3 days in office2-5 yrs$53k–$60kListed as no visa sponsorshipPublic Policy Offices
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In short

The Staff Accountant supports the finance department by managing full-cycle accounts payable, recording revenue, and maintaining general ledger activities. They also assist with budget preparation, audit support, and ensuring data integrity for non-profit reporting requirements.

What they're looking for

MUST-HAVE SKILLS

Accounts payableGeneral ledgerFinancial reportingBudgetingSage IntacctMicrosoft ExcelNon-profit accountingGAAP

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Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree with 2 years of non-profit accounting experience, or 4+ years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with financial software like Sage Intacct are required.

About the employer

The Hunt Institute

Working at the intersection of policy & politics. Empowering policymakers. Driving nonpartisan educational improvement.

The Hunt Institute is a strategic catalyst for transforming public education and securing our country’s future. Using our depth and breadth of knowledge, we bring together the right people and resources to facilitate critical dialogue and mobilize action on the issues that matter in education.

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Established in 2001, The Institute honors the legacy of James B. Hunt, Jr., the former governor of North Carolina who distinguished himself as an ardent champion of education. That work continues in earnest today. Our mandate: to inspire elected officials and key policymakers to make informed decisions that result in improving the lives of all children through quality education. In 2016, the Institute became an independent, nonprofit entity and joined forces with Duke University’s Sanford School of Public Policy to pursue research, educational partnerships and events related to improving education policy.

INDUSTRY
Public Policy Offices
COMPANY
Nonprofit
FOUNDED
2001
HEADQUARTERS
Cary, North Carolina
SIZE
51-200on LinkedIn
OFFICES
1 on LinkedIn

KNOWN FOR

Education PolicyEarly EducationHigher EducationESSAESLEducation Data

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Questions about this role

Is this The Hunt Institute role remote?
Tagged hybrid · 3 days in office.
What does it pay?
The posting lists $53,000–$60,000 a year.
Does it sponsor visas?
Listed as no visa sponsorship.
What experience does it ask for?
Listed as 2-5 years.

The posting, in full

The Hunt Institute is seeking a Staff Accountant that will support the day-to-day functions of the Finance department. This position will be responsible for conducting billing, managing financial reports, records, and accounts, including but not limited to, maintaining general ledger-related activities, in a fast-paced environment. The position is based out of The Hunt Institute’s office in Cary, North Carolina.

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Position

The Hunt Institute is seeking a Staff Accountant that will support the day-to-day functions of the Finance department. This position will be responsible for conducting billing, managing financial reports, records, and accounts, including but not limited to, maintaining general ledger-related activities, in a fast-paced environment. The position is based out of The Hunt Institute’s office in Cary, North Carolina.

Responsibilities

  • Full cycle accounts payable management.
  • Prepare bills and receipts and record revenue.
  • Record and manage individual donations across multiple platforms.
  • Maintain internal controls within the finance department and furnish documentation as requested.
  • Maintain the integrity of data for routine non-profit reporting requirements for stakeholders.
  • Enter Program Budgets into Sage Intacct and post agency journal entries before month end close.
  • Support the Finance team by providing any requested materials for annual audit and tax return preparation including schedules and accompanying forms.
  • Participate in technical accounting research.
  • Obtain and maintain a thorough understanding of the business operations, financial systems, and the general ledger structure.
  • Assist with preparing budget schedules as needed.
  • Assist in special projects and/or other areas as requested.
  • Other duties as assigned or necessary to move the organization forward

Qualifications

  • Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
  • Bachelor’s Degree and 2 years of finance/accounting in a nonprofit setting is preferred. Or in place of a degree, 4+ years of relevant experience is required.
  • Principles, practices and knowledge of budgeting.
  • Proficient in Microsoft excel
  • Sage Intacct preferred, financial software experience required
  • Modern office procedures, methods, and technology.
  • Appropriate English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.

Work Schedule

This position is based out of 5000 Centregreen Way, Suite 150, Cary, NC, 27513. This is a hybrid position requiring on-site presence at our office in Cary, NC, three days per week. The remaining two days may be completed remotely from your home office. Employees are expected on-site on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays to collaborate on team projects and attend strategic planning meetings. Office hours: 8:30am-5:00pm.

Benefits and Compensation

The Hunt Institute offers competitive compensation and an attractive benefits package, including employer paid health, dental and vision insurance, and a 401(k) plan with an employer matching contribution policy.

We feel passionately about equal pay for equal work, and transparency in compensation is one vehicle to achieve that. The salary recruitment range for this position is $53,000-$60,000.

Equal Employment Opportunity

At The Hunt Institute, Equal Employment Opportunity is our commitment and goal. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, marital status, or any other protected status designated by federal, state, or local law. Applicants are encouraged to confidentially self-identify when applying. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a reference check and background investigation.

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