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WHO WE ARE
Engineers Without Borders USA exists to help build thriving communities around the world. We build a better world through engineering projects that empower communities to meet their basic human needs. We celebrate the joy that comes when communities get safe water flowing for the first time, light that now shines where it was dark, and bridges and pathways that connect to new opportunities. Our team is committed to community engineering to make a meaningful, lasting, and positive difference that elevates the leadership and autonomy of our partner communities. We are part of an equitable, global network of organizations that focus on community engineering to promote social justice.
We mobilize thousands of volunteers every year to respond to underserved and overburdened communities' engineering needs. Our project teams work hand in hand with local leaders to design critical infrastructure that our partner communities see as crucial to their own path to prosperity.
JOIN OUR TEAM
The EWB-USA Senior Accountant supports the Finance and Accounting Office team in managing the overall accounting processes, general ledger maintenance, account reconciliations, financial reporting, and assists with audits and the budgeting process. The Senior Accountant must be an organized self-starter with extreme attention to detail to ensure completeness and accuracy and who can effectively prioritize workloads to meet established timelines.
Roles and Responsibilities
Perform reconciliations of general ledger accounts, maintain monthly account reconciliation schedules, and prepare appropriate journal entries. Research/resolve discrepancies.
Review and perform monthly reconciliations of all bank and investment accounts.
Conduct variance analysis, demonstrating strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills.
Analyzes financial information and prepares monthly financial reports.
Assists with monitoring and analyzing departmental expenses compared to budgets.
Ensure financial accounts comply with accounting standards.
Process payroll on a bi-weekly basis and record payroll entries and accruals.
Perform new state tax and unemployment setups and support compliance with other local, state, and federal reporting requirements.
Assist in the coordination and timely completion of the annual audit, including compiling and verifying the accuracy and completeness of accounts and schedules for the audit and Form 990.
Participate in the annual budgeting process.
Assist with process improvements and process implementation. Assure internal control procedures are followed.
Cross-train on accounts payable, cash disbursements, and cash receipts processes.
Regularly and professionally engage with organization volunteers, chapter accounting, and other volunteer financial activities.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in accounting or similar educational experience
5 years of successful experience in accounting, preferably nonprofit
Highly proficient with accounting software, Sage Intacct experience is preferred
Efficient with Microsoft Excel
Strong understanding of auditing and accounting principles
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to balance multiple projects and deadlines
Desired Skills and Attributes
Experience with MS Office, Google, Salesforce
Familiarity with grant management and reporting
Working knowledge of payroll processing
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Physical Demands and Work Environment (with or without Accommodation)
Sit or stand at the computer for extended periods.
Participation in virtual meetings
Occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds, rarely up to 50 lbs.
Travel Requirements - none
Location
We offer a flexible work environment where employees can choose to work from home or the office. On-site attendance will be required at times. Preference may be given to Denver area applicants; however, depending on experience, the location may be flexible. Occasional travel to Denver will be required as necessary.
Compensation & Benefits
Hiring Range: $74,000 - $82,000
EWB-USA offers a competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, unlimited PTO, 401K, and a flexible and collaborative work environment.
To Apply:
Please submit a cover letter and resume. To be considered, applicants must include a cover leter indicating why you are interested in the position and the organization.
EWB-USA’s Vision for DEI
In support of EWB-USA’s mission and vision, EWB-USA believes in the utmost importance of creating a safe space for all staff, volunteers, and partners to learn, grow, reflect, and feel free to be their authentic selves. We envision an EWB-USA that is a champion of DEI in the engineering industry and sets a positive example of true commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility.
Engineers Without Borders USA is an equal-opportunity employer.
Full Time
$74k-90k (estimate)
01/19/2024
04/11/2024
ewb-usa.org
Denver, CO
500 - 1,000
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