| Description: |
Tostan, an internationally recognized US 501(c)(3) organization working to empower communities in Africa, seeks an accountant to assist with accounting and bookkeeping in its Washington, DC office. The ideal candidate for this position has had a minimum of two years accounting experience. If interested, please send a resume and cover letter to HR@tostan.org .
The majority of Tostan’s work takes place overseas, however, Tostan’s DC office contributes to the overall effectiveness of Tostan’s collaborative time and energy by providing support where needed.
Please visit our website at http://www.tostan.org to learn more about our organization.
Apply By: 15 September, 2010
Start Date: September
Location: Washington, DC
Hours per week: Full Time, (35 hours a week)
Compensation: $30-35K, commensurate with experience
Direct supervisor(s): Senior Operations Manager
Collaborator(s): Director of External Affairs, Interns, etc
RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Day to Day general Accounting
• Posting of entries in the Accounting System
• Reimbursement processing
• Back Accounts Reconciliations
• Maintain fundraising database
• Process donations
Qualifications:
• Must have an Accounting or Finance degree
• Must have thorough knowledge of Quickbooks
• Minimum 2 years experience in Accounting
• Strong communication skills, including written and spoken proficiency in English
• Detail-oriented person
• Strong computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite required
• Knowledge of Gmail, Google Groups, Google Documents, Google Calendars, and other Internet programs preferred
• Flexibility adapting to a multicultural environment, to be considerate of limited resources, and to adapt work priorities to the immediate needs of supervisor, Tostan, or project partners
Training provided:
• Z2 (donor relations management)
This job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required in this position. Employees may be required to perform other duties outside of their normal responsibilities, to meet the ongoing needs of the organization. |
