Job Description
NOTE: This is a remote position and the candidate will need in the Baltimore area to come into the office as needed.
About CRS
A leading global humanitarian and development agency, Catholic Relief Services (CRS) reaches over 130 million people across more than 110 countries, without regard to race, religion, or nationality. CRS’s relief and development work is accomplished through programs of emergency response, health and social services, agriculture, education, water and environment, small enterprise and justice and peacebuilding. Since 1943, we have built strong partnerships with local communities, governments, and organizations around the world, creating renowned programming and operations that produce tangible results and make us a trusted partner. Our mission is lasting transformation of individual lives and entire societies. **
Job Summary**
The Director of Accounting will be responsible to regularly monitor and evaluate existing accounting systems and processes to enhance efficiency, accuracy and identify areas for improvement and optimization. This position will be responsible to lead, design and implement systems, structures and services which will ensure the timely, complete, and accurate results of financial information to the senior management and donors. Additionally, the Director will support in development and capacity building of accounting professionals across the Agency in close collaboration with the Regional Finance Officers. This position will ensure implementation of finance policies and procedures across all CRS’s offices that adhere to regulations and comply with GAAP standards. **
Roles And Key Responsibilities**
- Closely coordinate and guide all accounting functions of CRS. Support CRS’s offices with finance and accounting matters via providing guidance and direction including applications of local law requirements.
- Provide regular updates and learning opportunities for CRS staff on compliance with accounting standards and requirements and present recommendations on how to accommodate these changes in the accounting system.
- Closely coordinate with Regional Finance Officers to understand the gaps in accounting and internal controls and come up with actions to address them.
- Provide strategic leadership to a team of professionals responsible for all accounting activities in conformity with Agency financial policies and procedures, GAAP, best practices, and applicable donor regulations.
- Realign the team’s month- and year-end processes to feed in and prepare for a successful Financial Statements audit.
- Provide leadership with Financial Statements audit for commodity management, policies, internal controls and support with UG audit.
- As a process owner of the Subrecipient ICR ensure the proper implementation of SR ICR policies and processes.
- Ensure that the Agency adheres with inventory cost accounting, valuation, and financial reporting requirements. Provide guidance in consistent application of accounting practices related to the donated and purchased goods in accordance with GAAP, CRS policies and procedures, and applicable donor regulations.
- Develop and implement policy strategies and identify policy needs for Finance.
- Lead the continuous improvements of finance and accounting systems, policies and procedures implemented across all country programs and divisions.
- Promote Agency understanding of and adherence to established financial policies and procedures. Support Country Programs to strengthen financial processes and practices.
- Engage and contribute to the design of accounting related training materials to be delivered to overseas offices.
- Train, coach and develop staff and provide constructive feedback and performance evaluations.
Travel: about 15% **
Qualifications
_Qualifications:
**_ - Bachelor's degree in accounting or business administration, or equivalent business experience. - Minimum of 10 years accounting experience with an international NGO. Certified Public Accountant preferred. - Demonstrated experience in supervising, building and leading large teams. - Strong knowledge and experience in GAAP and the FASB codification. Knowledge of Oracle system is preferred. - Strong knowledge of not-for-profit accounting and U.S. Government funding regulations. - Strong finance and accounting knowledge and analytical/problem solving skills.
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
- Strong leadership and management skills
- Highly proactive and able to work independently
- Responsive and service oriented
- Ability to communicate with financial and program staff on financial and accounting issues
- Ability to make formal presentations to executive groups and finance and program peers
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Excellent presentation and listening skills
- Shares the agency's values and vision
- Savvy in introducing and gaining broad buy-in for new systems and processes
- Demonstrated commitment to organizational learning and development
- Willingness to work additional hours during critical implementation periods
Agency REDI Competencies (for All CRS Staff)
- Personal Accountability – Consistently takes responsibility for one’s own actions.
- Acts with Integrity - Consistently models values aligned with CRS Guiding Principles and mission. Is considered honest.
- Builds and Maintains Trust - Shows consistency between words and actions.
- Collaborates with Others – Works effectively in intercultural and diverse teams.
- Open to Learn – Seeks out experiences that may change perspective or provide an opportunity to learn new things.
Agency Leadership Competencies
- Lead Change – Continually looks for ways to improve the agency through a culture of agility, openness, and innovation.
- Develops and Recognizes Others – Builds the capacity of staff to reach their full potential and enhance team and agency performance.
- Strategic Mindset – Understands role in translating, communicating, and implementing agency strategy and team priorities.
Key Working Relationships
Internal: Global Finance Division, Overseas Operations, Regional Finance Officers, DRD Operations, Country Program offices
External: Vendors, agency service providers, external auditors **
What We Offer**
CRS offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, vision, generous retirement savings plan and the opportunity to work in a collaborative, mission-driven culture that is committed to improving the lives of the poor throughout the world.
- Our Catholic identity is at the heart of our mission and operations. Catholic Relief Services carries out the commitment of the Bishops of the United States to assist the poor and vulnerable overseas. We welcome as a part of our staff people of all faiths and secular traditions who share our values and our commitment to serving those in need.
_Disclaimer: This job description is not an exhaustive list of the skill, effort, duties, and responsibilities associated with the position.
_ Note: All positions requiring residence or frequent travel outside their home country must undergo and clear a pre-employment medical examination. **
CRS' talent acquisition procedures reflect our commitment to safeguarding the rights and dignity of all people - especially children and vulnerable adults - to live free from abuse and harm.**
EOE/M/F/D/V - CRS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. (For all US and International positions)
