United Nations Foundation

About United Nations Foundation

Position Overview The Staff Accountant will work closely together with the Director, Accounting & Finance on regular and ad-hoc projects. Additionally, the Staff Accountant will be responsible for a set or regular duty related to the different functions performed by the Finance Department. At the direction of the Director, Accounting & Finance, the Staff Accountant will be designated to be the primary back-up for other positions within the Finance Department. Essential Functions Maintains UNF and BWF sub-grants agreements and payments. Provides overall support to the Finance Department related to the annual financial audit and audit of U.S. government-funded programs in compliance with the Single Audit Act. Manages the coordination of the Prepared-by-Client audit requirement list (PBC). Provides support to the Finance Department with the preparation and submission of the annual IRS Form 990. Performs duties related to revenue, expense, payables, and receivables functions as assigned and reassigned from time to time to meet the deadlines/ objectives of the Finance Department. Provides support and works with internal/external customers. Acts as the primary back-up for other positions within the department as assigned and reassigned from time to time. Interviews, trains and mentors other team members and interns as needed. Maintains and develops the technical accounting expertise necessary for position responsibilities. Represents Finance on any committee and/or sub-committee as needed. Maintains appropriate working paper and file documentation for all work products. Prepares and maintains up to date, written, fully-explanatory desk procedures for all task responsibilities. Ensures excellent customer service by providing timely and accurate information to stakeholders as needed and in a polite/professional manner at all times. Undertakes additional responsibilities as assigned. Selection Criteria Bachelor's degree, preferably in finance or accounting. Superior analytical skills. Proven ability to be a team player, self-started and motivated in performing the duties and responsibilities of the job and the goals of the Finance Department. Minimum one year of working experience in accounting and/or finance with demonstrated progressive professional growth, including working with U.S. government-funded programs (Super Circular compliance, 2 CFR 200, Cooperative Agreements, Grants, and Contracts). Experience using automated accounting and office programs, such as Financial Edge, Raiser's Edge, GIFTS, Microsoft Officer, etc. Ability to understand, analyze, and interpret donor guidelines, financial reports, and legal documents. Knowledge of internal control procedures and practices. Willingness to work hands-on as a cooperative and collaborative member. Flexibility, willingness and ability to respond to a rapidly changing environment. Intellectual curiosity and the desire and ability to develop new knowledge, skills, and abilities as needed to perform the position's responsibilities. Strong communications and written skills. Ability to handle confidential information discreetly. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and to meet tight deadlines. Ability to work in culturally diverse environment. Ability to work under pressure and handle stress. Ability to meet regular attendance/tardiness policy. Benefits & Compensation For full-time, benefit eligible employees, UNF offers an excellent range of benefits, including: a choice between two health plans through UnitedHealthcare (PPO or HDHP with HSA) dental insurance vision insurance flexible spending accounts 403b retirement savings plan with a generous matching contribution group term and supplemental life insurance short-term disability long-term disability health club discounts commuter subsidy back-up care employee assistance program Additionally, all benefit eligible employees have 12 paid holidays, 20 vacation days, 10 sick days, 3 personal days, and 8 weeks of family leave care. iUcxbM92fF

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Legal Form: Inc

Company Type: Nonprofit

Company Size: 51 - 250

Revenue: 100 - 500 million (USD)

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