The American Accounting Association is the largest community of accountants in academia. Founded in 1916, we have a rich and reputable history built on leading-edge research and publications. The diversity of our membership creates a fertile environment for collaboration and innovation. Collectively, we shape the future of accounting through teaching, research, and a powerful network, ensuring our position as thought leaders in accounting.

The American Accounting Association is seeking an exempt-full-time Digital Event Strategist/Meetings – IT Liaison to join our team at our Lakewood Ranch Office located in Sarasota County, Florida. This position requires 2 days per week in the office (Tuesday/Wednesday) with three days remote.  The on-site requirement may increase during initial training or for certain projects.

Job Summary

 The Digital Event Strategist/Meetings – IT Liaison is a new role at the American Accounting Association. Reporting to the Chief Information Officer and collaborating across all departments.

Technical Skills:

• Proficient with Microsoft products: Office, Excel, Teams, OneDrive, PowerPoint
• Proficient with Zoom
• AMS, CMS and LMS familiarity are a plus – the AAA recently transitioned to Microsoft Dynamics 265 for our CRM and other AMS needs.
• Adaptable and able to quickly learn new technologies as necessary

Position Minimum Requirements

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with staff at all levels
• Experience managing virtual events
• Aptitude for independent troubleshooting and problem-solving
• Strong project management and detailed planning skills; ability to adhere to multiple timelines simultaneously to deliver high quality deliverables in a timely manner
• Ability to learn quickly and operate autonomously in an ever-changing technological environment

Education and Experience Requirements

• BA/BS or equivalent combinations of education, training, and experience
• 3+ years of meeting planning with an emphasis on virtual events.
• A cover letter is required for your application for this position – please include a short joke. A sense of humor and attention to detail are a huge plus.
• Self-starter, comfortable working collaboratively or independently
• Must be within driving distance of the AAA Lakewood Ranch, FL office.
• Must be able to travel (several trips per year).
• DES Certification preferred

Physical Requirements

• While performing the job duties, the employee is regularly required to see, speak, and hear to exchange information.
• The employee is frequently required to sit, stand, and walk; reach with hands and arms and use finger dexterity.
• The employee is occasionally required to bend at the waist, stoop, kneel and crouch; and perform work that involves lifting, pushing, and/or pulling of objects that may be approximate 25 pounds.

Company Website – https://aaahq.org

 The American Accounting Association fully complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and will make reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

We are an equal opportunity, at-will employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation or national origin.