United States of America: Accountant - ACCOU01325-00001

If you have a passion for making the world a better place and want to have a front row seat to the world stage, USIP is the place for you.

We are a nonpartisan institute chartered by Congress to tackle the world’s toughest problems. Working in conflict zones around the world, our staff advise and support the military, government officials and community leaders – to promote knowledge and practices that prevent, mitigate and resolve violent conflict. To learn more about USIP programs and job openings go to https://www.usip.org/about/careers. The Institute is headquartered in Washington DC with staff working in 22 different countries, at any given time up to 20% of the staff could be deployed working in the field.

JOB BRIEF

The incumbent is responsible for providing a range of accounting related expertise and support to the CFO and the Office of Finance. The incumbent maintains high standards of professionalism, efficiency, personal communication, discretion and independent judgment in working with internal and external contacts.

In-depth knowledge of both federal and nonprofit accounting principles and an ability to work in both types of environments is essential to success. The position assists with accounting aspects of day-to-day operations, audit preparedness, and accounting liaison and oversight for overseas offices. As such, the incumbent must have superb technical and communication skills. An appreciation for and dedication to customer service is critical.

TARGET SALARY RANGE

Grade 11 -13, $68,000 - $107,000

The Institute uses the General Schedule salary tables for administering compensation. Offers of employment are determined based upon candidate qualifications, related experience, internal equity and amount budgeted for the position.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supports the organization’s Finance team by providing timely and accurate financial information as recorded in the accounting system.
• Supports the accounting aspects of day-to-day operating functions such as payroll, interagency billing, accounts payables, corrections, and other tasks as assigned
• Performs detail accounting verification, analysis and reporting to ensure all transactions are properly recorded and accurately reflect the financial position of the organization.
• Prepares accounting reports as requested and helps prepare financial statements and supporting materials
• Reconcile and ensure that general ledger and associated subsidiary accounts are in balance.
• Support month-end close
• Identifies and resolves complex accounting transactions that created out-of-balance conditions in the financial reports. Coordinates and assists in the correction of transactions.
• Reviews and records capital assets as well as work-in-process accounts for construction projects. Calculates associated depreciation and accurately records the balances into the accounting system.
• Lead the accounting technical support and oversight of transactions that occur through USIP’s overseas offices

Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Applicants must be U.S. citizens or nationals of countries listed in a U.S. Collective Defense Arrangement per the Department of State. To see a list of those countries, go to http://www.state.gov/s/l/treaty/collectivedefense/index.htm.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field required.
• A minimum of five (5) years of related experience in accounting required
• Knowledge and understanding of federal accounting principles is required.
• Knowledge and understanding of nonprofit accounting principles is preferred.
• Experience using governmental financial management systems. Prior use of CGI Momentum preferred.
• Knowledgeable of Treasury Financial Systems, including but not limited to the Government-wide Treasury Account System (GTAS), Integrated Payment and Collection System (IPAC), and the Central Accounting Reporting System (CARS).
• Experienced in Financial Statement preparation and the ability to interpret and apply applicable laws and regulations.
• Experienced in the development and/or implementation of internal controls and compliance with laws and regulations related to financial management.
• Certificate as a Certified Government Financial Manager, Certified Public Accountant, or Certified Internal Auditor preferred.
• Advanced skills using Microsoft Excel
• High level of attention to detail
• Ability to work independently under tight deadlines

All USIP contract and employee positions are contingent upon the favorable completion of a suitability background investigation.

Compensation is commensurate with qualifications and experience.

HOW TO APPLY
To be considered for this position, please submit a complete application package consisting of:

1. Completed employment application including titles, dates of hire and salary history.
2. Cover letter
3. Resume

For questions about this position please email recruitment@usip.org. Do not send resumes or attachments to this email address.

Only those applicants that are selected for further discussions will be contacted.

No Phone Calls. Interviews will be scheduled by appointment only.

USIP is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy and practice of USIP to offer equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, age, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, HIV/AIDS status, political affiliations or belief, pregnancy, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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