Careers

Nature of the Position: Supports the general operations of the Finance department.

• Prepares monthly billing and accounts receivable statements for all ASLA activities.
• Performs accounts receivable collections, including follow-up letters and calls to delinquent accounts.
• Processes and records payments (credit cards and live checks). Generates and reviews A/R reports.
• Reviews (coding and approvals), records and process invoices for timely payment. Processes and mails checks. Generates and reviews A/P reports.
• Prepares bank reconciliations for checking accounts and corporate credit card account.
• Makes journal entries for processed checks, credit card items processed by the accounting department, and other bank reconciliation items.
• Verifies daily lockbox receipts.
• Resolves issues/discrepancies and performs other duties as assigned.
• Works in partnership with department supervisor and other ASLA staff and volunteers to advance the Society’s mission, strategic objectives, and priority issues. 
• Works in partnership with department supervisor and other ASLA staff and volunteers to advance the Society’s mission, strategic objectives, and priority issues.
• Upholds the ASLA values and culture.
• Performs other duties as assigned. 

Education: High school graduate, with accounting and general office training; Bachelors preferred. 

Skills:  Excellent interpersonal communication skills, including a clear and courteous telephone manner and good writing skills.  Well organized with attention to detail.  Ability to work under pressure and meet project deadlines.  Medium to advance knowledge of Microsoft Office and Solomon computer applications.

Experience: Minimum two years’ experience in accounting functions and collections.

Competitive compensation and benefits package included. ASLA is a conscious leader and employer that values the work-life balance of staff through many inclusive wellness initiatives and professional development programs.

ASLA is committed to hiring a diverse workforce and fostering a vibrant and inclusive workplace culture. ASLA values are dedication, excellence, integrity, leadership, and stewardship. The ASLA culture is collaborative, member-focused, accountable, responsible, and volunteer-supported. The organization embraces the “Baldrige Excellence Framework” – an integrated leadership and performance management system.

A leader in environmental sustainability, ASLA is headquartered in a state-of-the-art facility designed to achieve LEED Platinum and WELL Building Standard Gold. The Center for Landscape Architecture features a green roof, landscaped patio, flexible meeting/event space, collaboration spaces, and advanced lighting, air quality, and A/V systems. The building is located one-and-a-half blocks from the Gallery Place-Chinatown Metro Station serving the Red, Yellow, and Green Lines. ASLA has received awards for its employee wellness programs and is recognized as a Best Workplace for Commuters.

The American Society of Landscape Architects is the national professional association for landscape architects, representing more than 15,000 members in 49 professional chapters and 82 student chapters. The Society has a staff of 50 and annual revenues of $12.9 million. Landscape architects plan livable communities that foster active lifestyles, design green streets that manage stormwater runoff, plan cutting-edge transportation corridors that are safe for all users, and help communities prepare for and recover from natural disasters. Landscape architecture includes commercial developments, streetscapes, green roofs, parks, civic spaces, memorials, and residential communities, as well as large-scale land planning and design to protect watersheds, coastlines, and ecosystems. The Society’s mission is to advance landscape architecture through advocacy, communication, education, and fellowship.

ASLA offers an attractive, competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, and life insurance; a generous 401(k) plan; a comprehensive wellness program; and flexible schedules.

Interested applicants are requested to submit a cover letter, resume, a list of three professional references, and a writing sample to HR@asla.org as a part of our standard application process. Please refer to “Accounting Technician” in the subject line of the e-mail.