Global: Project Humanitarian Accounting Associate

GENERAL SUMMARY

The Project Humanitarian Accounting Associate works under the direction of the Senior Business Officer and supports the organization’s Global Humanitarian COVID-19 response.

SCOPE OF WORK

• Coordinates with field accountants and project staff to ensure all accounts payable are accounted for on time and comply with Internews policy;
• Accounts payable data entry;
• Supports the Senior Business Officer in reconciling monthly expenses and forecasting project expenses;
• Collaborates in the development and introduction of accounting processes and procedures for the Global Humanitarian COVID-19 response;
• Coordinates with HQ finance and accounting staff to investigate, process and communicate regarding returned funds (WTR, ACH, etc.);
• Reviews subgrant quarterly financial reports
• Less frequent tasks may include: processing daily cash receipts, maintaining Fixed Asset items and Business World logged inventory;
• Understanding of and demonstrated commitment to upholding Internews’ Core Values;
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

REQUIRED:

• Degree in Accounting, Business, or closely related field;
• At least 1-2 years of accounting experience;
• General knowledge of not-for-profit Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP);
• High degree of social adaptability and sensitivity to cultural differences;
• Excellent interpersonal and oral and written communication skills;
• Intermediate MS Office Suite skills, particularly Excel.

PREFERRED:

• Working knowledge of Universal Guidance eCR200;
• Experience with enterprise level non-profit accounting software.

To apply, please submit CV and application on our Careers page.