SKILLS AND WORKING KNOWLEDGE:

• Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, Outlook
• Experience with accounting software; Salesforce and Accounting Seed experience is helpful
• Strong organizational skills
• High level of attention to detail
• An associate’s degree in accounting
• Experience in business or non-profit accounting helpful
• Commitment to Global Volunteers’ mission and philosophy of service

POSITION FUNCTION/PURPOSE:

Global Volunteers employs two accountants, one who manages income and another who manages expenditures. This position manages all income. Utilizing generally accepted accounting principles, the Accountant is responsible for recording and managing the company’s financial records, preparing financial reports, and assisting in the preparation of quarterly Board of Directors financial reports, year-end audits, annual corporate budget, and other responsibilities as assigned. This position reports to the Director of Business Operations to ensure the financial accuracy and integrity of the company’s financials.
Compensation commensurate with education and experience.

SPECIFIC FUNCTIONS AND TASKS INCLUDE:

• Manage and record service program contributions
• Manage and record general donations, restricted donations, and other community project donations
• Manage bank accounts regarding income
• Maintain accurate volunteer financial records
• Assist with managing month-end processes
• Assist with annual audit preparation (performed by an independent auditing firm)
• Assist with annual corporate budget preparation
• Complete special projects and other duties as they are assigned