Overview of AJWS

American Jewish World Service (AJWS) is the leading Jewish organization working to fight poverty and pursue justice in Africa, Asia, Latin America and the Caribbean. By supporting hundreds of social change organizations in 14 countries, we respond to the most pressing issues of our time—from disasters, genocide and hunger to the persecution of women and minorities worldwide. With Jewish values and a global reach, AJWS is making a difference in millions of lives and bringing a more just and equitable world closer for all.

Overview of Team

The Finance Department is one of three teams within the Finance and Information Technology Division of AJWS. The Finance Department is responsible for the oversight of the organization’s financial sustainability and financial assets. The team prepares the organization’s annual operating and capital expenditure budgets; advises management and AJWS’s Board of Trustees on the organization’s financial position; prepares monthly, quarterly and/or annual financial reports and forecasts; collaborates with AJWS’s investment management advisor to safeguard AJWS’s investments and ensure alignment with AJWS’s mission and values; collaborates with Development on donor proposals and reporting; prepares the organization’s annual Form 990 report and related filings; and oversees the organization’s annual financial audit(s) and preparation of its audited financial statements. Additionally, the team develops and implements a broad range of organizational policies and processes; ensures compliance with tax and regulatory requirements; provides training and support to staff in diverse roles across the organization; ensures timely recording and processing of all transactions and continuously assesses the financial needs of the organization.

Position Summary

The Accounting Manager is a key member of the finance team. Reporting to the Associate Director of Accounting and Fiscal Compliance, the Accounting Manager oversees the Accounts Payable Specialist position and reviews accounts payable and investments transactions, as well as coordinates with internal and external stakeholders on federal grant funding expenditures and related audits.

Job Description:

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Manage the accounts payable and investments month-end closing process including reviewing and posting journal entries, reviewing accounts payable and investments balance sheet reconciliations to ensure a timely close;
• Manage the accounts payable process, reviewing key outputs, providing direction on key issues, and maintaining and developing fiscal and GAAP internal controls. fiscal and GAAP internal controls;
• Manage the expense reimbursement process, resolving any issues and performing periodic reviews of the process;
• Serve as a system administrator for expense and invoice management system including maintaining changes, additions, deactivations, troubleshooting technical user errors, and field user questions;
• Review monthly journal entries and accruals, and prepare more complex entries for the Associate Director of Accounting and Fiscal Compliance to review;
• Develop, mentor and manage the Accounts Payable Specialist, ensuring deadlines and deliverables are met;
• Support the Associate Director of Accounting and Fiscal Compliance, Director of Finance and Vice President for Finance and IT with special projects including completion of ad-hoc financial information requests;
• Assist in annual independent audit by reviewing and preparing audit work papers and account analyses;
• Work closely with all departments to ensure compliance with all applicable federal funding requirements;
• Develop and implement fiscal policies and procedures and guidelines for charging costs to federal funds;
• Responsible for maintaining internal controls, financial records, adhering to reporting, reconciliation, regulatory guidelines mandated by federal grants, funding sources and Uniform Guidance.

Required qualifications:

• Bachelors’ degree in accounting or a related field;
• At least 6 years of related work experience;
• Previous experience within the non-profit sector;
• Prior supervisory experience;
• Previous experience managing the monthly close process;
• Knowledge of financial system processes and highly competent in Abila MIP or a similar accounting software;
• Experience with expense and invoice management system, (preference for Concur);
• Advanced Excel skills;
• Understanding of GAAP and fiscal controls;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
• Emotional intelligence and the ability to work effectively across all levels of staff as well as external vendors;
• Ability to manage competing priorities; and
• Commitment to the mission of AJWS.

Compensation & Benefits Package:

• AJWS is committed to a salary framework that aligns with our culture and values. The compensation range reflected is in alignment with our framework and individual pay decisions will vary based on skills and experience while still allowing for growth.
• Paid Time Off: 15-22 Federal and religious holidays off each year in addition to generous vacation and sick days;
• Full health benefits coverage with minimal contribution by employees;
• 403(b): 4.75% company match (safe harbor);
• Flexible Spending Account and Commuter Benefits;
• Workplace flexibility and generous leave policy.

Additional Information:

• Salary range: P3/$77,000-$100,250
• This role is full time (40 HRS), Exempt

Location:

• Remote – Contiguous US-Based
  *This role is flexible in nature and can be performed from a home office in the contiguous United States.

Additional Considerations:

Black, Indigenous and People of Color; Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Intersex, Trans and Gender non-conforming people; women; and differently abled people are encouraged to apply. We also encourage applications from people of diverse religious, spiritual and cultural backgrounds.

As an organization committed to promoting social justice around the world, it is essential that we incorporate a diverse, equitable and inclusive lens into all aspects of our work at AJWS. We encourage applicants with a global perspective and a commitment to values around diversity, equity, and inclusion to apply.

Authorization to work in the US is required.

How to Apply:

For immediate consideration, apply below.

Applications submitted without a resume and personalized cover letter will not be considered.