Staff Accountant - Part Time

Position Available: Staff Accountant – Part time
Reports to: Assistant Controller
Supervises: N/A
POSITION SUMMARY:  Forest Park Forever is one of the most renowned urban parks in the United States.  We are looking for someone to join our finance team to help support the goals of Forest Park Forever, to restore, maintain, and sustain Forever Park, forever.  We are looking for a part-time accountant to support the finance team with general accounting responsibilities.  This position will touch all parts of accounting, including but not limited to general accounting, accounts payable, audit and tax preparation support.  This individual will also work closely with the entire organization supporting requests related to financial results for departmental leaders.  This individual must be organized, detailed oriented and able to manage several tasks, meeting the associated deadlines, when applicable. The functions and responsibilities of this position includes but is not limited to the following:
FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB:

• Perform general accounting duties supporting finance team
• Assist with bank and other asset reconciliations
• Monitor and review accounts payable transactions for consistency and correct coding
• Record regular journal entries and review of general ledger accounts for inconsistencies and trends
• Assist with the preparation of the annual audit and form 990 tax return
• Support other departments in their financial information needs

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with an associate degree or bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field. Equivalent job experience may be considered. 
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience.  
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Outlook & Office suite (Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint) required.
• Knowledge of accounting policies and procedures.
• Scheduling flexibility offered with the ability to work a minimum 20-24 hours a week

• Valid driver’s license.

• Hybrid work model, with more office time during the initial employment period.  Once training has been completed this position may be completely virtual with in-office requirements as needed.