Accounting Officer

Summary

Join GiveDirectly, a leading organization in international giving, as an Accountant. You will play a crucial role in maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring compliance, and supporting budget management. This position requires a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience, along with proficiency in accounting principles and software. Experience in a fast-paced environment is a plus. GiveDirectly offers a supportive and inclusive work environment with opportunities for professional growth. The organization is committed to its values of recipient focus, teamwork, and transparency.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, business, or equivalent practical experience
• Working language competence in English
• Competence in advanced excel is required
• Alignment to GD values (listed below)

Responsibilities

• Documenting transactions in accordance with GD's global bookkeeping standards in GD's accounting software
• Reconciling bank statements
• Participating in financial audits and in special reporting to donors and regulatory bodies (immigration, NGO regulator, etc.)
• Implementing payment and procurement protocols, including ensuring proper documentation and adherence to controls
• Implementing asset management protocols including asset verifications and reconciliations
• Preparing and presenting budget to actual reports
• Implementing compliance requirements from tax regulators and donors
• Assisting in budget preparation and management activities
• Assisting on other monthly and periodic close tasks as assigned with time

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional experience in accounting or finance is an added advantage
• On track to complete a professional qualification (CPA/ ACCA)
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, start-up, or matrix work environment

Benefits

• We support flexibility
• We take care of each other
• We have fun
• We create professional growth opportunities