Accounting Specialist

Duke University:

Duke University was created in 1924 through an indenture of trust by James Buchanan Duke. Today, Duke is regarded as one of America’s leading research universities. Located in Durham, North Carolina, Duke is positioned in the heart of the Research Triangle, which is ranked annually as one of the best places in the country to work and live. Duke has more than 15,000 students who study and conduct research in its 10 undergraduate, graduate and professional schools. With about 40,000 employees, Duke is the third largest private employer in North Carolina, and it now has international programs in more than 150 countries.

The Nasher Museum of Art

Celebrating its 20th anniversary this year, the Nasher Museum of Art has a worldwide reputation for presenting forward-thinking exhibitions that travel worldwide. From the beginning, the museum has been dedicated to building a groundbreaking collection of contemporary art, emphasizing works by historically underrepresented artists.

Position Description:

The Nasher Museum seeks a detail-oriented and proactive Accounting Specialist to support our finance operations. This part-time role is responsible for processing invoices, preparing and running financial reports, tracking expenses and budgets, and assisting with grant reconciliation. The ideal candidate will bring strong organizational skills, a solid understanding of accounting principles, and the ability to communicate effectively across teams to ensure accuracy and timeliness in financial processes. This position requires a high level of integrity, confidentiality, and initiative in managing tasks and identifying potential issues before they arise.

Applicants should include a cover letter and resume. Incomplete applications will not be considered. This is a part-time (24 hours per week), hourly position.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Processing and Reporting – 75%

• Perform complex accounting tasks, including processing invoices, purchase orders, expense transfers, and billing
• Reconcile accounts on a monthly basis and prepare detailed financial statements and reports for museum departments
• Analyze financial data to disseminate and maintain accurate financial records

Budgeting and Grant Reconciliation – 10%

• Prepare templates for annual budget process
• Assist in developing and reconciling financial reports for grants and sponsored projects
• Track expenditures, monitor grant compliance, and maintain records

Communication and Coordination – 15%

• Proactively communicate with museum staff about financial and grant activities
• Respond to accounting inquiries and implement procedures to streamline financial processes

Other Duties as Assigned

Anticipated Pay Range:

Duke University provides an annual base salary range for this position as USD $18.00 to USD $26.62. Duke University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position; candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills; internal peer equity; as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.

Your total compensation goes beyond the dollars on your paycheck. Duke provides comprehensive and competitive medical and dental care programs, generous retirement benefits, and a wide array of family- friendly and cultural programs to eligible team members. Learn more at: https://hr.duke.edu/benefits/

Required Qualifications at this Level:

Education/Training

• Work requires knowledge of general accounting principles usually through two years post-secondary education in accounting or a related business field.

Experience

• Work generally requires 3 years of experience in an accounting setting to become familiar with the accepted accounting practices involved in maintaining more complex financial records, reconciling accounting information and preparing financial statements. OR AND EQUIVALENT COMBINATION OF RELEVANT EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

Skills

• Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Microsoft Excel
• Familiarity with SAP (or similar financial software)
• Exceptional attention to detail and time management skills