Controller

National Children’s Museum is a world-class institution that aims to spark children’s imaginations and encourage them to dream. Steps from the National Mall and Pennsylvania Avenue, National Children’s Museum celebrates the joy of childhood through science, technology, engineering, arts, and math (STEAM) exhibits and programs. As Controller, you will help realize this vision for hundreds of thousands of visitors each year. The annual operating budget of the National Children’s Museum is $6.1mm per year.

what you’ll do

National Children's Museum is seeking a reliable and responsible Controller to join our organization. Reporting to the Vice President of Finance + Administration, this position supports the financial operations of the Museum.

responsibilities include:

• Managing accounts payable and accounts receivable, inclusive of investigating and reconciling discrepancies in AP/AR;
• Preparing and managing the Museum’s cash procedures and weekly bank deposits;
• Reconciling ledgers and accounts;
• Preparing and submitting monthly DC sales tax documents;
• Forecasting and monitoring cash flow;
• Regularly reviewing and reconciling all of the Museum’s bank accounts;
• Providing updates to the Museum's financial policies and procedures and implementing internal controls to ensure consistent compliance;
• Manage the annual audit process, including Universal Guidance audit of Federal Grant Spending;
• Assisting the VP of Finance and Administration in the annual budget development process;
• Ensuring compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP);
• Collaborating with the Advancement team on grant expense tracking and compliance;
• Navigating grant regulations and requirements;
• Upholding the highest standards of compliance and confidentiality;
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship;
• Passion for the mission of National Children’s Museum.
• Be a positive member of National Children’s Museum Team, working to sustain the collaborative, creative culture across the organization.
• Other finance and accounting duties as assigned.

what we believe are important experiences + traits for this role

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance;
• 5+ years of non-profit accounting experience, or a combination of experience and education;
• Adept knowledge of non-profit accounting principles;
• Self-starter, capable of taking charge once assigned a task, but open to feedback from all staff and open to adaptation for the betterment of the Museum;
• Demonstrated effective organizational skills and a high level of attention to detail;
• Respect for the confidentiality of sensitive information;
• Strong discretionary and customer service perspective;
• Ability to thrive in a collaborative environment;
• Proficiency in Google Suite, Microsoft Excel, and accounting software. Experience with Quickbooks, Expensify, Shopify, and Bill.com are desirable;
• Understanding of the Federal Government framework for grants management and Universal Guidance audit experience is highly desirable;
• CPA are highly desirable, although not required.

schedule

This position is in-person within our office in Washington, DC (Federal Triangle / Metro Center) with flexibility to work remotely one day per week.

compensation

$95,000 - $105,000 Annually, commensurate with experience

Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter to hr@nationalchildrensmuseum.org with the subject line: Controller

What we value:

Our mission is to inspire children to care about and change the world. The Museum is an innovative institution that sparks curiosity and wonder and a space where all children feel valued. In order to do this well, we need a team that reflects the dynamic and diverse communities that we serve and brings a variety of perspectives, abilities, and skills. We embrace that this work is critical to our mission and never finished. The more inclusive we are, the stronger our Museum.