PATH is currently recruiting for a SENIOR ACCOUNTANT to join the International Accounting Services team.

PATH is a global organization that works to accelerate health equity by bringing together public institutions, businesses, social enterprises, and investors to solve the world’s most pressing health challenges. With expertise in science, health, economics, technology, advocacy, and dozens of other specialties, PATH develops and scales solutions—including vaccines, drugs, devices, diagnostics, and innovative approaches to strengthening health systems worldwide.

The Accounting division is responsible for driving all activities related to PATH's accounting and financial functions and ensures compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), PATH policies and procedures, internal controls, and audit support operating in 20+ countries. The team works closely with partners in human resources, legal, IT, office of grants and contracts, and the extended program leadership team to not only educate regarding finance and accounting procedures, but also explore how the finance function can support program and other operations groups in building and optimizing finance business processes and systems to meet future needs and demands.   

PATH's Global Accounting department is currently seeking a SENIOR ACCOUNTANT for the International Accounting Services (IAS) team, who will work with the rest of the Accounting services and others outside of Accounting to oversee adherence to PATH Accounting policies and those of our donors. The IAS team provides accounting oversight and support to PATH’s Country Offices. With approximately 60% of expense transactions incurred in the field, the IAS team is an integral part of the Global Accounting Operations. This position will require solid understand of GAAP, superb organizational skills, attention to detail, analytical thinking, ability to research GAAP, and superior customer service skills (in person as well as via video conference and email).

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform quality control review of Country Office financial reports and transactions to ensure the accuracy of the accounting/bookkeeping activities
• Coordinate month-close, quarter close, and year-end close activities for assigned offices, including balance sheet reconciliations and follow up
• Monitor bank account reconciliations and follow up on unresolved items
• Ensure compliance with PATH policy and statutory requirements. Request clarification or additional documentation on questionable items
• Provide guidance and support to field and program staff on accounting related policy and procedures
• Design/implement and evaluate/improve internal control systems and processes using tools such as flowcharts, process documentation, etc.
• Conduct training on proper financial processes including segregation of duties, procurement authorization and thresholds, transaction documentation, cash handling, and related internal control practices and procedures
• Maintain current documentation of policies and procedures for assigned areas of responsibility 
• Participate in annual external audit process, preparing work-papers and schedules as assigned
• Support monthly, quarterly, and yearly close processes by compiling and analyzing accounting information and preparing various adjustments, journal entries and schedules as required
• Prepare, analyze and review reconciliations of balance sheet GL accounts
• Analyze, record, monitor and report on moderately complex to complex accounting matters and transactions, ensuring continuous compliance.
• Develop, document and implement recommendations to improve accounting policies and procedures, internal controls and training materials
• Review new accounting standards & guidance, and provide implementation recommendations
• Answer questions and provide support to others regarding proper accounting treatment for transactions and other finance related queries
• Perform analysis and assist with special projects as requested by senior management
• Work with departments outside of Accounting to ensure new initiatives are properly tracked, monitored, and reported
• Provide training and guidance to country offices staff in formal and informal setting
• Assist in coordination and preparation of various country financial statements for internal and external audits
• Travel to country offices to provide support and training, depending on the needs and funding

Required Skills Required Experience

• Strong understanding of US GAAP and/or IFRS, and accounting fundamentals
• Minimum of 10 years’ experience working in accounting or finance field
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance field or similar
• Knowledge of USAID regulations, such as 2CFR200, as well as experience working for or with global not-for-profits is a plus
• Experience with a global ERP system with multi-currency capabilities is a plus
• Effective communication skills both spoken and written, as well as customer service with both internal and external clients
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Attention to detail and ability to analyze data, research information to clarify issues, find and propose appropriate solutions
• Strong ability to collaborate with team members from different geographical locations
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage and complete multiple projects simultaneously; capable of rapid coordination and distribution of information
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet policy driven deadlines, as well as ability to work independently with a high degree of reliability, accuracy and productivity
• Ability to work flexible hours as needed for video or audit conference calls with team members in other geographical regions

Must have legal authorization to work in India.

PATH is dedicated to building an inclusive workforce where diversity is valued.

PATH is an equal opportunity employer. Every qualified applicant will be considered for employment. PATH does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or orientation, genetic information, age, national origin, marital status, disability status, political ideology, military or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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