Director of Finance & Accounting, North America

Overview

This role provides overall oversight, strategy, and direction for US accounting and operations in support of the organization’s mission.

Work Location

Hybrid: onsite Tuesdays and Thursdays if located in the Washington, DC area; remote for non-local candidates.

This position is only available for candidates with the right to work in the US.

Responsibilities

Leadership and Management

• Direct a team of accountants and payroll staff, maximizing collaboration and communication, individual professional development, and accomplishment of department and team objectives.
• Lead the month-end and year-end close and reporting for US Accounting and Operations, ensuring all monthly balance sheet reconciliations are completed for the US entity.
• Oversee US statutory and tax filings for:
  • 403(b) retirement plan audit (in conjunction with Global People Ops)
  • 1099 reporting
  • W-2
  • workers’ compensation benefits
  • US tax exempt status for VA, TX, and DC
  • required state tax registrations for US payroll
• Support and collaborate with the Statutory Reporting team on the Form 990 tax filing and annual external audit.
• Serve as a key point of contact for financial information flow between US operations and Global Finance, keeping the Assistant Controller and VP of Finance apprised of concerns, issues, or discrepancies.
• Serve as a key point of contact for accounting questions and operational needs from IJM US staff.
• Ensure the integrity of financial data included in internal and external reports and annual financial audits.
• Provide guidance and ensure implementation of effective and efficient policies, processes, and internal controls within all US-based locations to safeguard organizational resources and mitigate risk.
• Own the Workday financial operations process for US operations.

Strategy, Knowledge Development, and Implementation

• Manage onboarding processes for expatriate staff and third country nationals related to compensation, including coordination with third-party consultants to calculate tax equalization, hypothetical taxes, and actual tax filings.

Networking and Partnership

• Maintain close relationships with senior leaders and collaborate across US divisions, including Human Resources, to support effective implementation of processes aligned with US regulations.

Policies and Procedures

• Develop and update accounting and finance policies and procedure manuals to ensure effective internal controls and compliance with internal policies and local, donor, and regulatory requirements.
• Assist the Statutory Reporting team with annual external financial statement audits.
• Coordinate with the Global Revenue team on monthly transactions flowing through the US entity.

Communication

• Direct communication with US and Global Finance teams regarding finance policies and reporting deadlines.

Training and Development

• Identify training needs of direct reports and provide resources, coaching, and mentoring to support continuing professional and spiritual growth.

Documentation, Reporting, and Data Management

• Oversee document management related to US accounting transactions, tax documentation, and US bank accounts.

General Accounting and Statutory Compliance

• Manage review and reporting of US payroll and tax-related expenses in accordance with GAAP to ensure accurate consolidation, reporting, and audits.

General

• Identify and recruit dedicated and qualified staff aligned with the organization’s mission and strategic goals.
• Work closely with the Global VP of Finance and Assistant Controller to ensure organizational decisions support strategic objectives and effective execution.
• Participation in the organization’s community of spiritual formation.

Qualifications

• Licensed CPA or advanced degree in accounting preferred but not required.
• At least 8–10 years of experience as an accounting or audit manager, including five or more years in an international development environment, and a minimum of three years supervising teams.
• Superior knowledge of US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, International Financial Reporting Standards, and IRS regulations for 501(c)(3) organizations.
• Experience with electronic financial and accounting systems and mid-level competency with Microsoft Excel or similar software packages.

Critical Qualities

• Eager commitment to Core Values: Christian, Professional and Bridge-Building.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with proven ability to build and supervise accounting teams.
• Ability to clearly communicate finance and accounting concepts to both accounting professionals and non-accountants.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with individuals from diverse cultures and disciplines.
• Capacity to objectively evaluate policies and activities and implement appropriate adjustments.
• Ability to remain winsome, professional, loving, and engaged in disagreement or conflict.
• Servant-hearted posture focused on supporting others’ success.
• Adept at creative problem solving.

Compensation & Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision benefits
• Monthly commuter and parking benefits in the DC metro area
• Retirement benefit options
• Paid leave starting at 23 days
• 12 holidays (plus early release the day prior)
• Daily, quarterly, and annual community spiritual formation
• Robust staff care resources

Preferred Qualifications

• Licensed CPA and/or an advanced degree in accounting.

Additional Notes / Screening

• Strict safeguarding principles and zero tolerance to violations of the Safeguarding Policy, Protection against Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment Policy, and Code of Ethics.
• Candidate selection is based on technical competence and recruitment/selection criteria, subject to assessing value congruence and thorough background, police clearance, and reference checks.
• Background check, police clearance, and thorough review of references are required as part of the employment offer and/or employment contract.

Required Application Materials

Upload a resume, cover letter, and Statement of Faith in one PDF document.

The Statement of Faith should describe Christian faith and how it is relevant to involvement with the organization. It must include (at minimum) a description of spiritual disciplines (prayer, study, etc.) and current fellowship or place of worship.