For five decades, the Environmental Law Institute (ELI) has played a pivotal role in shaping the fields of environmental law, policy, and management, both domestically and internationally.

ELI is seeking a Project Accountant to join our Finance Team. This position is fully responsible for preparing financial reports and invoices for projects in compliance with funder guidelines. Projects are generally funded by foundations, U.S. Government, and other NGOs. The Project Accountant will prepare internal project financial reports for use by project managers and will work closely with the Grants Manager on project budget development and proposal generation.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Effectively communicate with Grants Manager regarding award documents, amendments and other funding modifications, approvals, and any additional services-related to billing.
  • Partners with the Vice President of Research & Policy to effectively manage all project budgets.
  • Set up new projects in accounting system and record receivables into appropriate account.
  • Understand and apply appropriate indirect rates to project financials.
  • Prepare federal drawdowns with appropriate supporting documentation.
  • Prepare and send final invoice package and financial reports to funders utilizing the reporting calendar.
  • Assess and pursue opportunities for maximizing funder billing; communicate with the Grants Manager with observations and actions.
  • Researches and interacts with Grants Manager to resolve any overspending/under spending of all active contracts and restricted grants.
  • Assists in completion of filing/reporting / monitoring of all federal grants in compliance with the Uniform Guidance and OMB circulars.
  • Understand revenue recognition for Contracts with Costumer ASC 606 and contributions ASC 958
  • Maintain the financial folders for all projects, with all the appropriate documents, including expenses, consultant invoices, and monthly invoices, in accordance with standard procedures.
  • Provide year-end support of audit requirements, which may include research and reconciliation.
  • Assist Grants Manager with proposals and budget development,
  • Communicate and coordinate with the Grants Manager and Project Managers.
  • Assist with payroll preparation, and ensure the accuracy of timecards, review job coding, hours allocation, supervisor approval.
  • In the execution of all job functions, ensure that all ELI’s accounting policies and procedures are followed.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, EDUCATION, AND EXPERIENCE

  • Bachelor’s Degree or some college courses in accounting or business preferred
  • Experience with nonprofit accounting and financials.
  • Strong computing and technology skills, particularly with Microsoft Excel software
  • Experience with cloud-based accounting software; Jamis Software preferred.
  • Experience with 2CFR200 (Uniform Guidance)
  • Knowledge of standard contract terms, including hourly, lumps sum, not-to-exceed and how they are applied in the billing process.
  • Ability to work well with others under deadline situations and respond to changes in priorities.
  • Good interpersonal communication skills and strong critical thinking attention to detail, and organizational skills.
  • Strong service orientation and appreciation of ELI’s mission to make law work for people, places, and the planet.

ABOUT ELI

The Environmental Law Institute (ELI) is an environmental law, science, and policy center that makes law work for people, places, and the planet. We envision a healthy environment, prosperous economies, and vibrant communities founded on the rule of law. Our mission is to foster innovative, just, and practical law and policy solutions to enable leaders across borders and sectors to make environmental, economic, and social progress.

ELI’s Research and Policy experts develop innovative legal and governance solutions to challenges in areas such as climate change; environmental justice; natural resource management; land conservation and smart growth; biodiversity loss and habitat destruction; and air, water, and soil pollution. Together, ELI’s staff aims to:

  • Build the skills and capacity of tomorrow’s leaders and institutions
  • Research and analyze complex and pressing environmental challenges
  • Promote and disseminate the best thinking through print and electronic media
  • Work with partners to develop and implement laws, policies, and other means to protect the environment and society
  • Convene people with diverse perspectives to build understanding through robust dialogue

For more information on ELI’s programs, visit https://www.eli.org/programs.

COMPENSATION

Compensation starts at $65,000 and is commensurate with experience. ELI’s total compensation includes excellent benefits including:

  • Health/Dental/Vision insurance
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Employer-paid life insurance & disability insurance
  • Long Term Care insurance
  • Pre-tax transportation benefit
  • Fitness Incentive
  • 403(b) Retirement Savings Account with employer match
  • Paid time off

HOW TO APPLY

To apply, submit an application package via ELI’s online application system at https://www.eli.org/employment. Note that your submission must contain the following uploaded documents (Word or PDF format), as follows:

  • Cover letter
  • Resume
  • List of 3 references

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. You must use ELI’s online application system; ELI cannot accept applications submitted by email, USPS or other shipping service, or hand delivery. This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.

ELI is an equal opportunity employer firmly committed to achieving an inclusive, diverse workforce that values every individual. We firmly believe that hiring individuals with varying perspectives and backgrounds contributes to our success as an organization, and we strive to create an environment that fosters inclusiveness. As such, minority candidates and candidates from traditionally underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply. If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.