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Job Title

Accountant

Job Description

The Python Software Foundation (PSF) ( https://www.python.org/psf-landing/) is hiring a part-time Accountant, reporting to the PSF Controller and supporting the Accounting Team.

The PSF’s Accounting Team is the back-office backbone of our organization and supports our non-profit mission; from the annual PyCon US conference to giving out Python grants for events and projects around the world to supporting our volunteer-run fiscal sponsorees. We also support the rest of the PSF staff in their day-to-day projects and goals including fundraising, infrastructure, communications, etc.

Responsibilities

Record accounts payable, collect and record vendor tax forms, set up payments in various systems in compliance with company guidelines.
Act as main point of contact for debit and credit cards for staff and volunteers; includes setting up new cards, closing down cards, ensuring receipt collection, and recording transactions in the general ledger.
Moderate donations email list and highlight action items, record incoming payments in general ledger and donations subledger, and monitor mail for donations.
Monitor, set up, and/or update PSF records in vendor, donor, and sponsor portals.
Prepare monthly and annual bank and account reconciliations.
Willingness to travel for 5-7 days to the annual PyCon conference and assist with on-site transactions for our travel grants program, annual fundraising auction, and other events. May optionally travel another week or two per year.
Enter annual 1099 and 1042-S forms into tax filing system.
Assist with preparing monthly/quarterly/annual/ad hoc financial statements for internal and external stakeholders.
Ad hoc projects as necessary.

Compensation and Benefits

The Accountant is a salaried, part-time employee at 25 hours per week and is open to USA remote applicants only. Compensation and benefits include salary, 401(k), health (full premium paid by the PSF)/ dental/vision insurance, and paid holidays/time off. The salary range is $32,500 to $39,000 USD based on qualifications and experience. This position will report to the Controller. Recurring availability with US Central/Mountain time zones will be necessary for check-ins and collaboration with Accounting Team.

Restrictions

Telecommuting is OK
Agencies are OK

Requirements

Qualifications

Bachelors or Associates degree in Accounting or related field
3 to 5 years of accounting experience is preferred
The ideal candidate has experience with the following systems:
- General ledger software (QuickBooks or QuickBooks Online preferred)
- Tax form systems, such as tax1099.com
- MS Excel and Google Docs
- A willingness to learn in-house systems
- Experience with online banking, credit card processors, and various payment methods
Experience with supporting audit requests is a plus
Familiarity with non-profit fund accounting or fiscal sponsorship a plus

Core Competencies

Ability to prioritize, multitask, and thrive in a multi-stakeholder environment
Ability to work independently in a remote setting with infrequent face-to-face interaction
Exceptional communication and documentation skills
Superior organizational skills and attention to detail
Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively
Ability to organize, schedule, and prioritize tasks/projects

About the Company

The Python Software Foundation is a US 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation that holds the intellectual property rights behind the Python programming language. We also run the PyCon US conference ( https://us.pycon.org/2024/) annually, support other Python conferences/workshops around the world, and fund Python-related development with our grants program. To see more info about the PSF, check out our Annual Impact Report ( https://www.python.org/psf/annual-report/2022/) and public records ( https://www.python.org/psf/records/).

We believe that the future of open source must include everyone. We welcome all job-seekers regardless of race, color, ethnicity, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, physical appearance, body size, socio-economic, veteran or disability status. Python is a global community and the PSF aims to support a safe environment for all. More information can be found on our Code of Conduct page ( https://www.python.org/psf/conduct/).