Staff Accountant (Temporary) bei International Republican Institute (IRI)

Join Our Team as a Temporary Staff Accountant at the International Republican Institute (IRI)!

ABOUT IRI

The International Republican Institute (IRI) advances democracy and freedom. We link people with their governments, support politicians to be responsive to citizens, and motivate those citizens to engage in the political process.

At IRI, every employee plays a crucial role in advancing our mission across the globe. We’re looking for passionate individuals who embody our Core Values and are eager to contribute to our dynamic team. Our values include:

• Excellence: We deliver quality results by investing in our people.
• Freedom: We embrace exploration and experimentation to stay agile and responsive.
• Respect: We trust, empathize, and empower each other.
• Teamwork: We value the power of global collaboration.
• Transparency: We believe in open communication and clear decision-making.
• Accountability: Personal responsibility is the foundation of our success.

ABOUT THE TEAM: FINANCE TEAM

The Finance Division is a part of the operations team at IRI. Each finance department works both independently and together to develop and implement effective financial policies, plans, and reporting systems that ensure IRI's long term fiscal health. Across the institute worldwide, the finance division supports the mission and vision of IRI. These employees provide invaluable support to the program teams at IRI, enabling them to carry out activities all over the world, even in remote and less developed areas.

ABOUT THE ROLE: STAFF ACCOUNTANT (TEMPORARY)

The Staff Accountant provides timely, collaborative, service-oriented support to program staff on financial matters relevant to program implementation. 

This is a temporary position anticipated to last 6 months. It is a hybrid position located in Washington, DC.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Create, review, and processes expense submissions/reconciliations, and payments for the assigned portfolio.  

• Ensure alignment of each grant’s objectives and compliance with funder regulations, IRI policies.  

• Prepares all financial reports required by funders and/or IRI management.  

• Responsible for maintaining current knowledge of funder’s and IRI’s financial policies and procedures and serving as a resource for program teams.  

• Provides training on financial policies and procedures to program teams in respective portfolios.  

• Maintains knowledge of IRI program implementation.  

• Establishes, maintains, and develops productive working relationship with expatriate staff, local/field/project accountants, headquarter program and program services colleagues.  

• Troubleshoots accounting problems; identifies and implements creative solutions.  

• Assists with annual funders and program audit preparation.  

• Works on account reconciliations.  

• Performs other accounting tasks as assigned or deemed necessary.  

Note: This post is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, or skills required in this role. Further details of the role will be shared during the recruitment process.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

We seek a passionate and experienced individual with:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or business administration or equivalent experience. 

• 1-3 years of experience in an accounting role.  

• Working knowledge of applicable federal government circulars 2 CFR 200 (OMB A-110, A-122 and A-133).   

• Strong written and oral communicator.  

• Self-motivated and results oriented.  

• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as a member of a team.  

• Willingness to learn software, systems, and processes and to take the initiative to understand, create, and refine best practices.  

• Ability to prioritize various daily/weekly/monthly tasks and projects while working in a challenging environment.  

• Proficient in accounting software (JAMIS Prime, Costpoint or similar).  

• Innovative, creative, enthusiastic approach.  

• Ability to be detail-orientated and highly organized.  

IRI TOTAL COMPENSATION

The anticipated compensation range for this position is $23.55/hour to $35.32/hour USD.

The compensation for this position is determined based on a wide variety of factors including but not limited to an individual’s professional experience, qualifications, education and other business needs along with internal equity considerations. Employees are not typically hired at the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are made based on the aforementioned considerations.

Due to this role being temporary, it is not eligible for and does not include a benefits package.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS – RESUME, COVER LETTER, REFERENCES

In your application, please include a copy of your most up-to-date resume along with a cover letter that outlines your background and explains why you are interested in this opportunity. Additionally, please include the contact details of at least 2-3 professional references. If you are selected for an interview, we will contact your references before the final interview.