Accounting Lead

Responsibilities Providing direction and support to the accounting unit processes Managing the monthly close process including journal entries, reviews, and reconciliations of general ledger accounts Providing detailed analysis and reporting of expenses to the Finance/Accounting and other PFSCM Units Identifying continuous improvement opportunities and directing and managing accounting administration within the Finance & Accounting Team Responsible for team performance on key performance indicators and staff management, development, support, and coaching of Staff Accountants and accounting-related positions Reviewing trial balances on a monthly basis, investigating abnormalities, and providing resolution recommendations as necessary Reviewing project-based reconciliations for all bank accounts and asset and liability reconciliations, as well as accrued & accounts payable accounts Serving as an approver for all accounting-related documents in the accounting system Monitoring cash to GL balances and insurance charges regularly Preparing and reviewing bank receipt vouchers to match incoming wire transfers and transfers between bank accounts Leading financial audits, including preparing various audit schedules Preparing Form 990 and submission Maintaining document retention in accordance with PFSCM policies and procedures Developing, maintaining, and managing standard operating procedures and work instructions, including continuous improvement reviews and updates Developing and maintaining an onboarding training program and regular refresher training for internal teams, new hires, and external stakeholders to ensure alignment on processes and SOPs Performing additional duties as necessary to increase team capacity and maintain performance Requirements Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or other relevant field required CPA is required 8+ years’ of accounting experience, including using a computerized accounting system Experience with international donor agencies or government is a plus Strong action management, including the ability to manage projects in the most cost-efficient manner, resourcefulness, initiative, maturity of judgment, and the ability to make sound decisions under pressing conditions Advanced computing skills in standard software systems, such as Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project Willingness and availability to travel and perform other duties as needed Must be eligible to work in the United States. Excellent written/verbal communication and interpersonal skills with strong sense of customer service English fluency required, including speaking, writing, understanding, and reading Experience successfully managing external relationships with a wide variety of stakeholders in multi-cultural environments and in diverse locations internationally, including governments and the donor community. Demonstrated analytical skills; solution-oriented with a high sense of quality, attention to detail, accuracy, efficiency, and meeting tight deadlines. Previous client relations or customer service experience required. Experience with continuous improvement initiatives and change management activities. #J-18808-Ljbffr