Senior Accountant

The Adventist Development and Relief Agency is a global humanitarian organization of the Seventh-day Adventist Church that demonstrates God's love and compassion. ADRA works with people in poverty and distress to create just and positive change through empowering partnerships and responsible action.

ADRA International is a religiously qualified Equal Opportunity Employer under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act. As such we have the right to prefer a member of the Seventh-day Adventist (SDA) church in the hiring process. In the event that a qualified SDA candidate is not found, we will give the opportunity to candidates who must understand, respect and honour the mission, purpose, and identity of ADRA International.

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SUMMARY

The Senior Accountant is responsible for leading and managing key operational and financial functions, with primary oversight of private contributions accounting, ensuring accuracy, integrity, and timely reconciliation in coordination with Donor Relations. This role serves as the administrator of the SAP Concur expense management system, overseeing employee travel and expense reporting, compliance, and training, as well as managing employee receivables and corporate credit card programs.

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PRE-REQUISITES

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related discipline
• Related finance business administration experience
• Five plus years of experience in a related position or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• A combination of relevant work experience and education may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing

Preferred

• Prior experience working with NetSuite Accounting Software or similar software strongly preferred
• Well-developed analytical ability to interpret and analyze data for reports
• Ability to adequately supervise process and train supporting staff.
• Consistent accuracy and attention to detail
• Work independently, in an organized manner, and with excellent follow-through
• Second language preferred

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BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES

• (2.2) Adhering to Principles and Values- Believes in strong principles; upholds ADRA's values; promotes and defends equal opportunities
• (4.3) Analysing - Analyses numerical data, verbal data, and all other sources of information
• (6.3) Following Instructions and Procedures - Follows procedures and policies; proactively originates action rather than only responding to suggestions and direction from others
• (2.1) Working with People - Works cooperatively and effectively with others; adapts to the team and builds team spirit

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DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Employee Receivables & Expense Management

• Process and manage employee accounts receivable.

• Monitor and approve transactions applied to employee receivable accounts.

• Follow up on delinquent outstanding balances directly with employees.

• Manage employee receivables reconciliation system, including:

• Monthly reconciliations

• Providing periodic statements to employees

• Administer SAP Concur expense reporting system (system administrator responsibilities).

• Maintain employee travel and expense profiles in SAP Concur.

• Provide training and onboarding on expense reporting policies and procedures.

• Process and review travel expense reports for:

• Accuracy

• Proper account assignment

• Functional allocations

• Policy compliance

• Maintain and update travel expense policies.

Corporate Credit Card Administration

• Manage corporate travel credit cards and integration with SAP Concur.
• Manage MCC codes and spending limits for travel and procurement cards.

Accounting & Financial Reporting

• Prepare monthly reconciliations for assigned:

• Balance sheet accounts

• Revenue accounts

• Expense accounts

• Perform bank reconciliations for assigned accounts.

• Backup preparation of monthly and annual financial statements.

• Prepare documentation and support for:

• Financial statement footnotes

• Budget schedules

• Support audit processes by:

• Preparing PBC (Prepared by Client) schedules

• Responding to auditor requests

• Facilitating audit selections

Budgeting & Financial Planning

• Facilitate implementation of the annual budget.

• Review new activities and accounts for proper classification and reporting alignment.

• Compile the annual budget in consolidated financial statement format for:

• Management

• Board review

• Upload budget data into the General Ledger.

Fixed Assets & Inventory Management

• Manage fixed assets, including:

• Monthly depreciation

• Journal entries

• Year-end counts

• Disclosure/footnote support

• Coordinate and review interim and year-end inventory counts.

• Prepare and maintain annual square footage allocation reports.

Accounts Payable & Grants Support (Backup Role)

• Provide backup support for Accounts Payable:

• Review invoices

• Support payment processing

• Provide backup support for non-government grants:

• Accounting

• Reporting

• Reconciliations

• Assist with audit selections as requested by Directors or auditors.

Policies, Procedures & Compliance

• Review and maintain procedures for all assigned tasks and those delegated to support staff.
• Ensure proper documentation and support for:
• Budget schedules
• Financial reporting
• Audit requirements

Supervisory & Leadership Responsibilities

• Supervise assigned tasks and provide training to support staff.
• Perform cross-review of team members' work and provide operational support as needed.
• Review staff reconciliations and reports monthly, including year-end and audit deliverables.
• Lead coordination of private contributions between Finance and Donor Relations, ensuring accurate recording and timely reconciliations.

Other Responsibilities

• Perform other duties as assigned.

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TRAVEL

• Some travel may be requested and authorized by the Supervisor
• Up to 5% domestic and international travel required. Must have the ability to travel on short notice if necessary

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MENTAL/EMOTIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must be able to work in a fast-paced and customer service-oriented environment; to perform duties under pressure and meet deadlines in a timely manner; to work as part of a team as well as to complete assignments independently; to take instructions from supervisors; to exercise problem-solving skills; and to interact with co-workers, supervisors, network employees, donors, and the public in a professional and pleasant manner.

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PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH ADMINISTRATION (OSHA)

Person must be able to perform essential job functions with or without accommodation. Incumbent should be in optimal health for difficult and temporary below-basic living conditions at overseas location and for field travel in general.

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SAFEGUARDING

ADRA personnel are expected at all times to act to protect the interests of children and vulnerable adults and to prevent the occurrence of sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment in the course of their duties. This includes ensuring strict compliance with ADRA's Code of Conduct, Safeguarding Policy, Child Safeguarding Policy, Protection from Sexual Harassment, Exploitation and Abuse (PSHEA) Policy and relevant guidelines. Failure to comply with the expectations set out in ADRA's Code of Conduct and policies may lead to disciplinary action or termination of your employment or engagement with ADRA. ADRA personnel are required to undergo relevant background checks and to report any reasonable suspicion of a breach of ADRA Safeguarding policies in which a child, vulnerable adult or other person may be adversely affected (including compliance with mandatory reporting obligations.