Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from United Nations Foundation
Job overview
The Senior Accountant, Revenue at United Nations Foundation manages award, billing, and cash receipt records to ensure accurate financial tracking and compliance.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves reviewing and setting up awards and grants in NetSuite, maintaining billing and payment schedules, preparing donor reports and invoices, reconciling accounts, recording cash receipts, supporting donor inquiries, managing matching gifts and donations, assisting with audits, and month-end closings.
Compensation and benefits
The position offers comprehensive benefits including health plans, dental and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, a 403b retirement plan with matching contributions, life and disability insurance, commuter subsidy, back-up care, employee assistance program, paid holidays, vacation, sick and personal days, and family leave.
Experience and skills
Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field, at least three years of relevant experience, familiarity with Project Accounting and Revenue Recognition, proficiency in MS Office, and strong communication, problem-solving, organizational, and time management skills.
Company information
United Nations Foundation is an established organization focused on global initiatives, providing a collaborative and mission-driven work environment.
Job location and travel
The position is based in Washington, DC with a hybrid work schedule.
Company overview
The United Nations Foundation is a charitable organization that supports the United Nations' efforts to address global challenges such as poverty, climate change, and health crises. It raises funds through donations from individuals, corporations, and philanthropic organizations, and partners with various stakeholders to implement programs and initiatives worldwide. Established in 1998 by entrepreneur and philanthropist Ted Turner, the Foundation has played a crucial role in mobilizing resources and fostering public-private partnerships to advance the UN's mission and Sustainable Development Goals.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight your expertise in award and grant accounting, revenue recognition, and reconciliation, emphasizing your experience with maintaining billing schedules and donor reporting compliance.
Focus on showcasing your proficiency in NetSuite, especially in setting up awards and grants, managing payment schedules, and handling indirect cost structures, as these are key responsibilities.
Apply through multiple platforms including the United Nations Foundation’s official career page, LinkedIn, and relevant nonprofit finance job boards to maximize your application visibility.
Connect with finance team members or those in the grants management division at United Nations Foundation on LinkedIn, using ice breakers such as commenting on recent UNF initiatives or asking about how their team manages complex award compliance.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'award reconciliation,' 'NetSuite,' 'donor reports,' 'grant agreements,' and 'revenue recognition' to ensure it passes automated screenings.
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