Accountant, Full-Time, Exempt

POSITION PURPOSE:

This position is primarily responsible for the day-to-day accounting of the Denver Art Museum’s cash management functions and the Denver Art Museum Foundation activity. This includes initiating banking transfers, the recording of transactions in the accounting system, reconciliation of bank, credit card and stock account activity, preparing required documentation for purchasing and selling of investments, and preparation and distribution of monthly, quarterly, and annual performance reports. This position is also responsible for month end and year end processes including compiling information in support of the annual audit and tax returns. The position requires adherence to internal control procedures in order to safeguard Museum assets.

This position reports to the: Controller

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Recurring Cash and Investment Duties:
  • Prepares daily reporting on cash balances.
  • Records daily cash and credit card activity.
  • Researches and resolves bank discrepancies.
  • Researches credit card chargebacks.
  • Reviews the Museum’s stock account for new contributions and records them.
  • Prepares and initiates Museum and Foundation investment transfers as needed.
  • Prepares the documents for changes in investments.

• Monthly Accounting Responsibilities:
  • Completes bank reconciliations for the Museum and Foundation.
  • Completes credit card reconciliations.
  • Completes investment reconciliations for the Museum and Foundation.
  • Completes activity recording and reconciliation for the Museum’s Entities: DAM Garage, DAM Holdings, and DAMF Realty.
  • Completes billings for utilities and landscaping.
  • Completes monthly Museum credit card spend upload and reporting.
  • Completes reconciliation of gift annuitants.
  • Completes quarterly balance sheet reconciliations, as assigned.

• Reporting:
  • Prepares monthly banking fee analysis report.
  • Prepares monthly credit card fee analysis report.
  • Prepares monthly investment performance reports for the Foundation and its investment advisors.
  • Prepares quarterly Foundation investment performance allocations to endowment funds.
  • Prepares quarterly investment performance reports for other Foundations.
  • Prepares schedules and information for the Foundation board meetings.

• Other Critical Duties:
  • Assists in preparing necessary schedules and information for the annual audit for the Museum and the Foundation.
  • Assists in preparing necessary schedules and information for the annual tax return for the Museum and the Foundation.
  • Assists with cashflow projections, as needed.

• Other:
  • Serves as backup to other critical duties within the Accounting Department as assigned.
  • Develops and documents current processes and procedures for the Foundation’s accounting.
  • Responsible for training designated personnel to serve as the backup to this position.
  • Other projects and duties as assigned.
  • Consistent usage of the Racial Equity Lens in day-to-day operations.
  • Yearly goal setting to support Racial Equity Roadmap initiatives.

QUALIFICATIONS (Education, Experience, Skills, etc.):

• BA/BS in Accounting or Finance, or equivalent experience required.
• Minimum 4 years professional experience working in accounting or finance.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Strong initiative and ability to manage multiple projects with strong follow through skills.
• Ability to complete projects timely and accurately.
• Logical analysis skills that require thinking through and solving problems step by step, often looking beyond the obvious solution to a problem and digging deeper for the best solution.
• Detail oriented.
• Ability to look at financial and other data and be able to explain trends and fluctuations.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Extensive Excel experience.
• Ability to function in a team environment and interact with other departments within the Museum.

Preferred:

• Working understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
• Working understanding of not-for-profit accounting.
• Experience working with treasury and investments.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES:

• Prolonged periods of sitting.
• Open office working environment.
• Written and oral comprehension.
• May require some light lifting occasionally.

Position type: This position will be covered by a Collective Bargaining Agreement with AFSCME-CWU.

Pay: The hiring pay range for the position is $55,700 – $74,200/year based on experience.

Benefits: A comprehensive medical/dental/vision plan, that can be extended to domestic partner, spouse, and children. DAM 100% paid Life Insurance, and Short/Long Term Disability. Generous sick and vacation paid time off and one personal day. Ten paid holidays. 403(b) Retirement Plan with immediate eligibility to contribute and those who meet the requirements after one year will qualify for the 3% non-elective contribution and 2% match program. A free RTD Eco Pass. Free Telehealth and Employee Assistance Program. Access to Headspace. Two weeks Paid Parental Leave. A free DAM Family Membership and perks. This position is based at the Denver Art Museum, which only has a pay to park option.

NOTE: The DAM prioritizes adaptability and a human-centered work environment. We are happy to consider accommodations to the position. This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the job. We believe in cultivating an environment where there is diversity of perspectives, in hopes that we can all thrive in an inclusive environment.

We know that searching for a job can be stressful so we would like to give you an overview of the process to manage expectations. This role may require a phone screen, interviews with hiring manager and or panel that will be held in-person at the DAM. This position will close on May 14, 2025. Our desire is to hire a candidate as soon as possible.

 DENVER ART MUSEUM:

As an institution, we believe the Denver Art Museum is both a platform for and an amplifier of the voices of people of all races. We acknowledge that Black lives matter and communities of color – Latinx, Indigenous, Black, and others – have been underrepresented in art museums over decades, both internally and externally. We are committed to elevating all voices, artworks and perspectives and strive to support racial equity inside and out.

We prohibit discrimination against any person or organization based on age, race, sex, color, creed, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender identity, gender expression, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, political service or affiliation, genetic information, or disability, as well as any other status protected by federal, state or local law.

We strive to provide a professional and positive work environment for our employees. The Museum expressly prohibits any form of employee harassment on the basis of age, race, sex, color, creed, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender identity, gender expression, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, political service or affiliation, genetic information, disability or any other applicable status protected by federal, state or local law.  Actions based on these or any legally protected characteristic will not be tolerated.

We encourage the freedom of gender expression and/or gender presentation.  As an institution, we do not create barriers that may prevent any employee from expressing behaviors, mannerisms, interests, and appearances that represent their authentic personality or culture. Qualified candidates are expected to exemplify the DAM’s internal values, which include being dynamic, respectful, inclusive, creative, and curious.  The ability to maintain effective and positive working relationships with visitors, employees, volunteers, representatives of public and private entities, policy making bodies, and contractors is critical to the success of this position.