Director of Accounting, Washington DC Office

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the general direction of the Chief Financial Officer, directs the accounting functions of the organization. Gathers, prepares and analyzes financial data and statements and supporting documentation. Responsible for the organization's accounting procedures and related internal controls, the maintenance of fiscal records, and the preparation of financial reports. Directly responsible for all grant accounting and related billing processes.  Supervises payables/receivable functions as well as payroll/human resources administrative functions. The position involves coordination of accounting functions in the field offices and supervision of the headquarters staff accountant.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Directs the daily accounting functions and ensures the accuracy of the accounting records through the appropriate application of accounting standards and internal controls. 

  • Ensures the timely close of the accounting system to include the headquarters records and the organizational consolidated records and the production of appropriate and accurate financial reports for management and other stakeholders.

  • Organizes and directs the annual budgeting process.

  • Maintains and recommends changes to the organization’s accounting manual.

  • Coordinates the annual financial audit, A-133 compliance audit and any other review/audit process that are required.

  • Performs all grant accounting functions and maintains appropriate records.  Ensures timely billing and receipt according to grant agreements and appropriate financial reporting as required by donors.

  • Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local legal requirements. Ensures timely filing of all required financial reporting.

  • Administers the automated accounting system. Maintains the organizational chart of accounts and controls any revisions to the chart of accounts and/or other coding used in the system. Provides support and instruction to all offices. Ensures consistency in accounts and reporting. Maintains system security to ensure proper access for all users.

  • In collaboration with the CFO, provides accounting assistance and information to others in the organization.  Maintains current knowledge in accounting requirements and practices.

  • Performs other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Attention to detail and accuracy; current knowledge of accounting principles and practices particularly for INGOs; demonstrated competency with GAAP, IFS and USAID requirements; knowledge and experience with computerized financial reporting and management information systems; ability to identify and resolve complex problems; ability to handle multiple priorities within deadlines; demonstrated ability to train and supervisor subordinates; strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to sit for extended periods of time. 

MINIMUM DESIRABLE TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance. CPA designation preferred. Minimum of 5 years accounting experience preferably at an INGO with multiple funding sources that included USAID grants. Demonstrated experience in budgeting and financial management. Experience with requirements of OMB A-133 and OMB A-122 required. Experience with automated accounting systems, Sage MIP preferred. Knowledge of Arabic and the Middle East would be helpful.

TO APPLY:

Send a cover letter, salary requirements and resume to anera@anera.org. Write "Director of Accounting" in the the subject line.

 

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