Position Summary:
The Senior Accountant reports directly to the Controller and assists with supervision of the Freedom House finance team. Shares responsibility for maintaining optimal process efficiency, data integrity, internal controls, and accounting policies and procedures, as well as ensuring compliance with US GAAP. Incumbent performs assigned tasks for weekly transaction processing and month-end and annual close; assists with maintenance of the organization’s ERP software (Jamis Prime); provides backup coverage for the Controller for monthly financial reporting; and assists in completing the annual financial audit.
Job Details:
- Work from Home
- Monday to Friday | 9 PM to 6 AM Manila time
- *Following US Federal Holidays
- *5-6 month contract with a possibility for extension or becoming a full-time employment based on performance and business needs.
- *Looking for someone who is amenable to extended hours during month-end closing, including evenings and weekends as necessary.
Responsibilities:
- Accounting and Financial Reporting:
- Assists the Controller in managing day-to-day accounting operations, including preparation and approval of GL journal entries (for US & field offices), cash receipts postings, analysis and posting of bank activity (Citibank), A/P and A/R bills/payments, month-end balance sheet reconciliations, bank reconciliations, field office report reconciliations.
- Performs period and annual close activities in the financial software, and prepares designated month-end financial reports for management.
- Incumbent also handles high-level finance support questions and troubleshoots any finance-related issues for Freedom House users.
- Functions as the liaison person with the Grants team, providing assistance as needed regarding GAAP accounting.
- Annual Financial Statement Audit:
- Performs designated tasks as part of the annual financial statement audit.
- Handles ad hoc enquiries, special projects, and accounting guidance research for internal and external customers promptly and professionally in preparation for the audit.
- Financial Systems Maintenance:
- Operates as one of the helpdesk team members, focusing on grants and project maintenance and transactional support for the Grants teams.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field required; CPA, master's degree, or significant corporate accounting experience preferred.
- Minimum 3 years of experience in general ledger accounting and financial reporting within corporate or sizable non-profit environments.
- At least 2 years of involvement in annual financial audits and proficiency in using ERP-standard accounting software (e.g., Deltek Costpoint, Jamis Prime, Cognos, Oracle, SAP).
- Professional accounting certification (CPA or CMA) completed or underway is highly desirable.
- Expert-level Excel skills is required to perform the work efficiently.
- Exceptional confidentiality, integrity, and honesty; strong interpersonal skills with a courteous and professional response to inquiries.
- Ability to work collaboratively across all levels, balancing individual and team responsibilities effectively.
- Comprehensive knowledge of GAAP and corporate accounting principles.
- Excellent communication, and analytical, skills; adept in clear verbal and written English communication.
- High attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to meet tight deadlines.
- Committed to continuous personal and professional development, and fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace.