Careers

IAS employees are able to choose between three healthcare plan options for medical coverage. Each option includes prescription coverage and vision coverage. Dental coverage is also available.

Life Insurance and AD&D coverage are provided at no cost to IAS employees at 1.5X their respective annual salary. Employees are also covered under private short-term and long-term disability plans and have the opportunity to purchase additional voluntary insurance for themselves, their spouse and children.

The Institute contributes 9.5% of an employee’s base compensation up to the Social Security wage base and 15% of base compensation above the wage base to the IRS cap into a 401(a) Plan. Employees may participate in a voluntary tax-deferred annuity plan into a 403(b) Plan.

Employees are eligible to take college-credit courses that either enhance skills in their current position or prepare them for another appointment at IAS. The reimbursement is 100% of the first $1,500 in tuition and fees and 75% of the remaining costs up to a maximum of $5,250 per year. 

IAS employees are able to earn up to 28 days per fiscal year of paid time off. In addition, employees usually have paid time off on IAS holidays. The Institute's holiday schedule is announced annually and normally includes: New Year’s Day, President’s Day, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, the Friday after Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, and the days between Christmas Day and New Year’s Day.

The Institute for Advanced Study in Princeton, New Jersey, is one of the world’s preeminent centers for fundamental inquiry and foundational discovery. As it prepares to embark upon its second century, the Institute seeks its first Institute Librarian to envision and expand library services for the next generation of an international community dedicated to curiosity-driven research and the free dissemination of knowledge. This leadership opportunity calls for an innovative and versatile library administrator who can combine operational excellence and expertise with a deep understanding of the Institute’s mission, culture, and values. 

For many years, the Institute has maintained two separate libraries on its campus: one for the School of Social Science and the School of Historical Studies, and one for the School of Mathematics and the School of Natural Sciences. The Institute Librarian will lead the development of their services and collections to ensure they remain responsive to the evolving needs of the Institute and its scholars. The Institute Librarian will also curate the library spaces, including a major venue under renovation that is expected to reopen in 2027, as well as the Shelby White and Leon Levy Archives Center. In addition, the Institute Librarian will steward the Institute’s long-standing partnership with the Princeton University Library, building capacity for collaboration between institutions and their respective collections and services.

Supported by an endowment of $1.3 billion, the Institute is well-positioned to sustain and augment the library resources that nourish the work of its 28 permanent Faculty and more than 250 visiting scholars who reside on its 600-acre campus. The library collections and archives are housed in a variety of campus spaces and locations that figure prominently in the Institute’s design as a haven for discovery, offering abundant opportunities for solitude and encounter. Most importantly, the Institute Librarian will manage and direct the staff of 10 library and archives professionals who provide a high level of personalized support for the diverse needs of the Institute and its scholars.   

Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, the Institute Librarian will work closely with the Director and Faculty representatives from the Institute's Schools. The Institute Librarian will also serve as a member of the Director’s senior management team and benefit from their cross-functional expertise and collaborative support.

For a detailed job description and to apply, please click here.

Position Summary

The Senior Accountant – Budgeting and Tax Compliance is responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring organizational budgets and long-term forecasts to promote financial efficiency and ensure alignment with strategic goals.  This involves analyzing financial data, identifying cost-saving opportunities, assessing budget variances, and offering resource allocation recommendations while providing detailed reports to senior leadership.  Additionally, the Senior Accountant is responsible for ensuring regulatory compliance with federal, state, and international tax laws, treaties, and regulations as they pertain to visiting scholars/members.

Essential Duties

Budget Planning, Accounting & Analysis (45%)

• Budget Development & Management: Lead the creation of the annual operating by collaborating with department managers to ensure alignment with organizational goals. Communicate approved budgets to the department managers and ensure budgets are accurately reflected in ERP system.
• Variance Analysis: Conduct monthly "budget vs. actual" reviews, identifying significant discrepancies and recommending corrective actions to optimize financial performance.
• Financial Reporting: Assist in the preparation of comprehensive internal annual reporting schedules.
• Accounting Operations: Analyze accounts, prepare general ledger maintenance,               reconciliations, and month-end close processes for assigned areas.

Tax Accounting & Compliance (45%)

• Taxation: Serve as subject matter expert and provide guidance on complex payroll and tax issues pertaining to members/visiting scholars. 
• Compliance: Interpret complex domestic and international tax laws and treaties and ensure stipendiary payments are processed in compliance with each individual’s unique financial situation. 

All other duties as assigned by the Comptroller (10%)

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field 
• Seven+ years of relevant experience
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel (e.g., pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, financial modeling) and experience with ERP systems such as NetSuite, SAP, or Oracle
• Advanced knowledge of accounting and financial processes, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, and non-profit regulations
• Strong problem-solving skills to interpret complex data and identify trends or risks
• Excellent communication abilities to explain financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders 

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Public Accountant, Master’s degree, or MBA 
• Knowledge and understanding of international visas and foreign tax treaties

The Institute for Advanced Study retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position at any time. 

To perform this role successfully, an individual must satisfactorily perform each essential job duty. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. 

The anticipated pay range for this position is $110,000 to $135,000. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance; life insurance; short- and long-term disability coverage; flexible spending accounts; paid holidays; paid time off; tuition assistance; retirement plans; and an employee assistance program.

For consideration, please provide a cover letter with your resume using this link: https://recruiting.paylocity.com/recruiting/jobs/Details/4031482/Institute-for-Advanced-Study/Senior-Accountant---Budgeting-and-Tax-Compliance 

The Institute for Advanced Study is an Equal Opportunity Employer.