SENIOR FIELD OFFICE ACCOUNTANT NEW YORK, NY

EngenderHealth is seeking a Senior Field Office Accountant in New York. EngenderHealth works to improve the health and well-being of people in the poorest communities of the world. We do this by sharing our expertise in sexual and reproductive health and transforming the quality of health care. We promote gender equity, advocate for sound practices and policies, and inspire people to assert their rights to better, healthier lives. Working in partnership with local organizations, we adapt our work in response to local needs. Under the supervision of the Deputy Director of Finance, the Senior Field Office Accountant is responsible for the integrity of the International field Office financial Operations. Responsibilities: Ensuring that field offices are keeping in line with accounting standards and practices, and the organizations policies and procedures. In addition to meeting all local compliance and regulations. Scanning the Field Office reports for accuracy of codes, and ensuring beginning balances reconcile to the EH G/L prior month report. Converting the Field Office report from local funds to US dollar for import into the EH G/L. Set-up import files and enter individual import files into EH General Ledger. Research and obtain proper approval codes validated in EH G/L system to ensure proper posting. Facilitate communications with field office Accountants to report and explain any changes to the field report submissions. Posting all entries into the EH G/L. Supervising, but not limited to comparing ledger balances with Field reports to ensure integrity of financial reporting of budget versus actual. Responsible for working with Compliance and Contracts unit to ensure proper recording of award/ subawards, and income and expenses into the general ledger in compliance with various countries restrictions. Responsible for working closely with Country Program Directors and Program Support Staff to ensure appropriate financial assistance is provided to the country and or projects. Review and analyze interoffice and Field office petty cash accounts. Reconciliation of field office bank statements to field reports and corporate general ledger. The comprehensive maintaining of files encompassing monthly field office reports and bank reconciliations at corporate headquarters. Reviewing of all staff travel advance requests submitted and processed to ensure that all request are properly documented and authorized in accordance with EH standard operating procedures. Provide assistance to the Accounting Supervisor or Controller in preparation of all supporting documentation required by the USAID program audit. Prepare thorough testing on various Field office reports monthly to ensure handling of accounting procedures are in line with the EH standard operating procedures. Assist with Month end and year end closing process including the preparation of schedules for the annual audit. Assist with other projects as deemed necessary. QUALIFICATIONS: A relevant degree in accounting, Business Administration or related field. CPA or CMA preferred. Minimum of 5-8 years' experience in an accounting environment, preferably international not for profit. Experience/ exposure to financial regulations, reporting requirements for USAID and other major donors strongly preferred. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Experience with general ledger and accounting packages - prior experience with QuickBooks a plus. Effective written and verbal communication skills. Knowledge of International finance laws. Ability to analyze and evaluate financial data. Knowledge of Windows applications. Proficient with Excel spreadsheets, formulas and formats. Ability to interact with others in a multicultural setting. Ability to prioritize and work under pressure. TO APPLY: please log onto our website at www.engenderhealth.org and click on the "careers" link. Then click on New York to find the position title and apply. Disclaimer: This job description summarizes the responsibilities assigned to the position; however it does not contain an all-inclusive list of responsibilities. Periodically, employee(s) will be required to follow any other job- related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise. Employment at EngenderHealth is a voluntary "at will" relationship. EngenderHealth provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.