What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Accounting/Controller position at Middle East Institute?
Founded in 1946, the Middle East Institute is the oldest Washington-based institution dedicated solely to the study of the Middle East. It is a non-partisan think tank providing expert policy analysis, educational and professional development services, and a hub for engaging with the region's arts and culture.
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Position Title : Director of Accounting / Controller
Reports to : Vice President of Finance and Administration
Status : Full-Time, Exempt
Location : On-Site | Washington, DC
Salary Range : $98,000 - $120,000
Position Overview :
The Director of Accounting / Controller plays a pivotal role in managing the Middle East Institute’s strategic financial initiatives and operations. This includes overseeing A / P, A / R, audit preparation, general ledger maintenance, and month-end close processes. The manager ensures compliance with financial standards and internal controls, maintains data integrity within MEI’s accounting and financial systems, and serves as a key contact for external auditors and regulatory bodies.
Effective communication and collaboration are essential, as the manager will work closely with other departments to support strategic priorities and identify opportunities to streamline processes and increase efficiency.
Responsibilities :
- Support the Vice President of Finance and Administration in advancing strategic priorities, enhancing financial policies, procedures, and systems, and other duties as required.
- Oversee day-to-day financial activities, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and reconciliation of all financial transactions to ensure completeness and accuracy.
- Assist in the development and monitoring of budgets, forecasts, and financial plans; guide expense tracking. Provide insights to inform strategic planning and decision-making.
- Implement and maintain effective internal controls and financial policies, and ensure compliance with all financial regulations and standards.
- Ensure compliance with GAAP principles and other financial standards; maintain a strong accounting and operational control environment to support strategic priorities.
- Ensure deadlines for monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes are consistently met.
- Oversee payroll and benefits process, including ensuring timely payments of obligations, withholding, and distributions.
- Analyze and optimize costs related to employee compensation, benefits, and other HR and operations initiatives.
- Partner with and support the financial needs of other departments, including tracking and monitoring financial performance, ensuring data integrity, providing financial guidance, and contributing to projects.
- Manage and organize internal and external audits including preliminary work, annual audit & 990 engagement, 403B, and worker’s compensation audit.
- Ensure that accounting and financial processes comply with regulations that impact HR, such as tax laws and labor regulations.
- Maintain documentation and records in accordance with legal and regulatory requirements.
- Assist with special projects and process improvements as assigned.
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Salary : $98,000 - $120,000
