Accountant, Foundation Accounting

Urban Land Institute

Accountant managing day-to-day accounting for the ULI Foundation. Supporting financial processes, audit preparation, and reconciliations for a nonprofit organization.

Posted 7/3/2026full-timeWashington • Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $65,822 - $71,581 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in general accounting practices, including bank reconciliations, journal entries, and financial statement preparation, while effectively supporting audit processes and compliance requirements. Proficient in utilizing accounting software and Microsoft Office applications to enhance operational efficiency.

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General Accounting ExperienceUS GAAP KnowledgeAudit Process SupportMicrosoft Office ProficiencyIntacct Experience

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Hard Skills

Bank ReconciliationJournal Entry PreparationFinancial Statement PreparationIRS Form 990 ComplianceGift Tracking and Reconciliation

Soft Skills

Customer Service SkillsCommunication SkillsProactive ApproachAnalytical SkillsAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

IntacctGeneral Accounting SoftwareMicrosoft Office Applications

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

Industry Keywords

Nonprofit AccountingFoundation AccountingAudit PreparationDonor Database Systems

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Process cash receipts and disbursements, including incoming wires to the Foundation bank account, and help route related customer service inquiries.
Support tracking and reconciliation of gifts, endowments, and pledges in partnership with the Foundation team.
Perform bank reconciliations and maintain supporting documentation.
Prepare journal entries and reconcile supporting schedules to the general ledger.
Assist in preparing Foundation financial statements and management reports.
Support annual audit preparation, including assembling audit schedules and responding to auditor inquiries.
Assist with preparation of IRS Form 990 and related compliance requirements.
Assist with select Urban Land Institute journal entries and finance tasks as directed.
Support other accounting activities as assigned by the Senior Director, International Operations and Foundation Accounting.
Bring forward ideas for improving or streamlining existing Foundation accounting processes rather than simply maintaining the status quo.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Approximately 2-3 years of general accounting experience
Working knowledge of basic accounting principles (US GAAP)
Strong customer service and communication skills
A proactive, adaptable, and analytical approach, comfortable asking questions and raising issues early when something is unclear
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and general accounting software
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, or equivalent experience.
Nonprofit or foundation accounting experience is a plus but not required.
Experience with Intacct or a comparable accounting system.
Exposure to donor, gift, or membership database systems is a plus but not required.
Prior experience supporting an annual audit process.

Benefits

Comp & perks

health, dental, and life insurance
generous vacation leave
retirement plan with employer match