Accountant
Washington, DC
Part Time
Finance
Mid Level
The Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law is one of the nation’s leading national racial justice legal organizations. Formed in 1963 at the request of President John F. Kennedy, the Lawyers’ Committee uses legal advocacy to achieve racial justice, fighting inside and outside the courts to ensure that Black people and other people of color have the voice, opportunity, and power to make the promises of our democracy real.
The Lawyers’ Committee has litigation, public policy, and advocacy programs in the substantive areas of Voting Rights, Election Protection, Digital Justice, Economic Justice, Criminal Justice, Economic Opportunities, and Fair Housing. The organization advances its mission as the premier organization marshaling the resources of the private bar alongside our own talented staff, with over 1 million pro bono hours billed to our cases and matters over the past decade.
Job Title: Accountant – Accounts Payable
Location: Washington, DC
Job Type: Part-Time; Non-Exempt; 30 hours per week
Union Affiliation: Union
Accountable to: Director of Finance
About the Role:
The Accountant will manage the organization’s financial obligations by processing vendor invoices, ensuring timely and accurate payments, and maintaining financial records to support cash flow and vendor relationships. The purpose of this position will be to aid the financial workflow for various functions & processes and to aid in ensuring minimal material or significant weaknesses, thereby reducing risk to the organization’s financial structure.
The Accountant works under the supervision of the Director of Finance.
What You’ll be Doing:
Minimum Requirements and Competencies:
Supervisory Responsibility: This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
Ready to Make an Impact? If you are passionate about civil rights, racial justice, and promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion, we want to hear from you. Join our mission to drive positive change and contribute to our dynamic team!
Apply Today: Be part of the force for civil rights and make a lasting impact. Submit your application to help us create a more equitable and inclusive world.
Benefits: The Lawyers' Committee offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes healthcare coverage (medical, dental & vision), parental leave, 403(b) contribution with employer match contributions, voluntary short- and long-term disability and an employer paid monthly cell phone stipend.
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: The Lawyers’ Committee embraces diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We strongly encourage candidates of color and candidates from underrepresented communities to apply. The Lawyers’ Committee does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibility, personal appearance, genetic information, matriculation, political affiliation, or any other status protected under law.
This position is part of a bargaining unit represented by the Nonprofit Professional Employees Union. Employment terms, including wages and benefits, are subject to collective bargaining agreements.
The expected range for this role will be: $65,000 - $70,000
The Lawyers’ Committee has litigation, public policy, and advocacy programs in the substantive areas of Voting Rights, Election Protection, Digital Justice, Economic Justice, Criminal Justice, Economic Opportunities, and Fair Housing. The organization advances its mission as the premier organization marshaling the resources of the private bar alongside our own talented staff, with over 1 million pro bono hours billed to our cases and matters over the past decade.
Job Title: Accountant – Accounts Payable
Location: Washington, DC
Job Type: Part-Time; Non-Exempt; 30 hours per week
Union Affiliation: Union
Accountable to: Director of Finance
About the Role:
The Accountant will manage the organization’s financial obligations by processing vendor invoices, ensuring timely and accurate payments, and maintaining financial records to support cash flow and vendor relationships. The purpose of this position will be to aid the financial workflow for various functions & processes and to aid in ensuring minimal material or significant weaknesses, thereby reducing risk to the organization’s financial structure.
The Accountant works under the supervision of the Director of Finance.
What You’ll be Doing:
Essential responsibilities of the Accounts Payable Accountant include, but are not limited to the following:
- Vendor Set-Up and Management by maintaining accurate vendor records (including Forms W-9 & W-8), and will be the main point of contact for all vendor support.
- Invoice processing on the Bill.com platform, reviewing and ensuring proper coding and accurate approval workflows.
- Reconciling AP sub-ledgers and vendor statements to ensure financial accuracy.
- Assist with month-end closing processes, including AP cut-off dates.
- Identify and properly record invoices for year-end accruals.
- Manage 1099 process, in addition to responding to IRS notifications.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements.
- Prepare audit and tax schedules per the Prepared by Client (PBC) lists as assigned.
- Maintain and update the electronic work-paper files and binders.
- Respond to staff and vendor financial requests in a timely manner.
- Serve as additional contact for outside accounting consultants.
- Assist in supporting the Grants Manager with direct expense allocation.
- Assist Director of Finance in reviewing, approving and processing expense reports in the expense reporting platform (Emburse Professional).
- Assist in staff financial training when needed.
Minimum Requirements and Competencies:
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in full-cycle Accounting or Finance.
- Expert in Bill.com platform.
- Advanced in Microsoft Office (MS Excel, in particular).
- Skilled experience in Sage Intacct.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to identify a problem and provide solutions.
- Impeccable attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- 2-3 years of experience in a progressive not-for-profit environment.
Supervisory Responsibility: This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
Ready to Make an Impact? If you are passionate about civil rights, racial justice, and promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion, we want to hear from you. Join our mission to drive positive change and contribute to our dynamic team!
Apply Today: Be part of the force for civil rights and make a lasting impact. Submit your application to help us create a more equitable and inclusive world.
Benefits: The Lawyers' Committee offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes healthcare coverage (medical, dental & vision), parental leave, 403(b) contribution with employer match contributions, voluntary short- and long-term disability and an employer paid monthly cell phone stipend.
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: The Lawyers’ Committee embraces diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We strongly encourage candidates of color and candidates from underrepresented communities to apply. The Lawyers’ Committee does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibility, personal appearance, genetic information, matriculation, political affiliation, or any other status protected under law.
This position is part of a bargaining unit represented by the Nonprofit Professional Employees Union. Employment terms, including wages and benefits, are subject to collective bargaining agreements.
The expected range for this role will be: $65,000 - $70,000
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