Senior Accountant (Contract)

Akwajobs   (FULL-TIME REMOTE - (Online/Virtual))

Posted : 22 June, 2021

Category : Accounting and Finance   Location : FULL-TIME REMOTE - (Online/Virtual)

Job type : Full Time

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RAINFOREST TRUST

Since 1988, Rainforest Trust has been safeguarding imperiled tropical habitats and saving endangered species by establishing protected areas in partnership with local organizations and communities. With our partners, we have protected more than 33 million acres of vital habitat across Latin America, Africa, Asia and the Pacific. Rainforest Trust is a 501c3 nonprofit organization that relies upon the generous support of the public to successfully implement our important conservation action.

OVERVIEW

The Senior Accountant reports to the Head of Finance and completes activities to ensure the accuracy and timeliness of financial reports, detailed and accurate fund accounting, and enhanced internal controls to preserve Rainforest Trusts’ assets.

** Please note: This position will start as a 3-month temporary assignment with possibility of transitioning to regular employment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare monthly financial and budgeting reports including profit and loss by department / object code, net income analysis, Charity Navigator scores, and net asset analysis.

• Prepare and analyze fund and financial reports for reasonableness and accuracy. Make corrections as needed

• Backup Staff Accountant to process payroll when needed

• Confirm, track, and report on all open partnership / project agreements and receivables associated with them.

• Bank and general ledger account reconciliations, ensuring that general ledger balances are also reconciled between Donor and Conservation Databases.

• Monthly closing journal vouchers and general ledger account analysis

• Assist with annual audit and preparation of financial statements under GAAP for Not-for-Profit organizations

• Assist with annual budget preparation

• Assist with continuous improvement of processes, including support with software implementation

• Other projects / tasks assigned

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Additional duties and/or responsibilities may be required. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance and 5+ years Senior Accounting experience, to include fund accounting experience

• CPA highly preferred

• Very proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word

• Knowledge of GAAP for Not-for-Profit organizations

• Knowledge of and experience in processing payroll with a payroll company

• Ability to work well with diverse personalities and under tight deadlines

• Excellent organizational and time management skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Rainforest Trust is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the principles of diversity. Our organization recruits, hires, trains, and promotes individuals, as well as administers any and all personnel actions, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship, age, personal appearance, family responsibilities, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

The Senior Accountant may choose to work from home, at our office in Warrenton, VA or mix the two. Home work requires reliable internet access. Occasional visits to our office will be required, necessitating business travel.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by a teammate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Ability to remain in a stationary position at a computer terminal for an extended period. The person in this position frequently communicates with colleagues both verbally and in writing and must be able to exchange accurate, neat and thorough information.

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary

Pay: Up to $75,000.00 per year

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
We are all working virtually and will continue to allow this practice on an on-going basis. When in person interactions resume, we are committed to following CDC and local safety protocols.

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Senior Accounting: 5 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• CPA Certification (Preferred)

Work Location:

• Fully Remote

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