Accountant

World Vision USA; Federal Way (WA); Hybrid; USD 96,421,000 - 109,516,000; Full time

Job summary

World Vision USA is seeking an experienced accounting professional to perform a broad range of grant accounting functions in a hybrid role from Federal Way, WA. The position emphasizes maintaining the general ledger, grant accounting for public commodities, and ensuring compliance with policies and regulations while supporting the Christian mission.

The role requires at least one year in accounting and a bachelor's degree in accounting or related field, with preferred not-for-profit or grants

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field or equivalent work experience.
• One year of private/corporate or public accounting experience.
• Not-for-profit or public grants experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Prepare journal entries and moderately complex reconciliations for public grant commodities.
• Provide input for financial statements and prepare, run, review, and analyze accounting reports.
• Prepare aging schedules and more complex audit schedules requiring some research and analysis.
• Establish working relationships with business owners to understand business trends for variance analysis.
• Communicate with customers on reconciling issues and articulate solutions.
• Prepare regular internal accounting reports for Finance division management.
• Evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of processes and make recommendations regarding internal controls, regulatory compliance, and workplace efficiencies.
• Develop an understanding of World Vision's international partnership to inform communications and decisions.

Skills

Attention to detail

Continuous improvement

Learning mindset

Collaboration

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field

Equivalent work experience (8+ years)

Job description

Reports to: Director, Accounting & Grant Reporting

Location: Hybrid from Federal Way, WA

Required Experience: One year of private/corporate or public accounting experience

Preferred Experience: Previous not-for-profit or public grants experience preferred

Work Authorization: Must be authorized to work in the U.S.A for any employer.

Estimated hiring range: $33.65 - $38.22 per hour

The Job

Perform a wide variety of regular and recurring moderately complex to complex accounting functions including establishing accounting records, maintaining the general accounting system, and recommending modifications based on new regulations or policies. Help carry out our Christian organization's mission, vision, and strategies. Personify the ministry of World Vision by witnessing to Christ and ministering to others through life, deed, word and sign.

Responsibilities

• Keep Christ central in individual and corporate life. Actively participate in and contribute to the spiritual disciplines of the organization (Christian conduct, chapel, prayer, worship, devotions, and leadership of devotions); incorporate WV Core Values into decisions within scope of role.
• Prepare regular journal entries and moderately complex reconciliations for public grant commodities.
• Provide input for financial statements and prepare, run, review, and analyze accounting reports.
• Prepare aging schedules and more complex audit schedules requiring some research and analysis.
• Establish working relationships with business owners to understand the business trends, changes, etc. for variance analysis. Communicate with customers on reconciling issues and articulate solutions.
• Prepare regular internal accounting reports for Finance division management.
• Evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of processes and make recommendations to leadership regarding internal controls, regulatory compliance, and workplace efficiencies.
• Develop a role appropriate understanding of the international World Vision partnership and use this context to inform communications, actions, decisions, recommendations and solutions.
• Remain current and increase knowledge in related areas utilizing self-study and/or continuing professional education efforts.
• Work collaboratively with team members when assigned to work as part of a team.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

You Bring These Skills

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Continuous improvement mindset, actively seeking opportunities to streamline processes and improve efficiency
• Desire to learn and grow professionally, demonstrating curiosity, initiative, and a willingness to take on new challenges and responsibilities.
• Collaborative and service-oriented approach, building positive relationships across teams and communicating effectively with colleagues at all levels of the organization.
• Strong analytical, research, and technology skills

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field or equivalent work experience in accounting (eight years). In addition to education or education equivalent, requires a minimum of one year of private/corporate or public accounting work experience.

Salary & Benefits

Estimated hiring range: $33.65 - $38.22 per hour

The posted hiring salary range reflects pay for U.S. locations and is determined using market data and internal compensation guidelines. Actual compensation may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic location, job-related experience, and applicable laws. A different range may apply in certain locations.

About World Vision

We're a global Christian humanitarian organization. We partner with children, families, and their communities to empower them as they reach their full potential by tackling the causes of poverty and injustice. For 75 years, World Vision has followed Jesus' example to show unconditional love to the poor and oppressed. We serve every child regardless of faith.

What Happens Next?

Due to the high volume of applications, only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an initial phone conversation with a recruiter. We encourage you to submit a PDF resume and a cover letter. Our goal is to fill this vacancy with the right person in the shortest amount of time.