Director of Accounting, Statutory Reporting

International Justice Mission•Columbia, VA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

International Justice Mission (IJM) is seeking a Director, Accounting, Statutory Reporting to provide strategic and operational leadership for IJM’s global accounting and external financial reporting activities. This role ensures the integrity, timeliness, and transparency of consolidated financial reporting; leads the annual financial statement audit; and oversees preparation of the IRS Form 990, NICRA submission, and other applicable statutory reporting requirements. This position is hybrid (onsite Tuesdays & Thursdays) if located in the Washington, DC area or remote for non-local candidates and reports to SVP, Accounting. This role requires current authorization to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position, now or in the future.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required
Minimum eight (8) years of progressively responsible accounting, audit, global consolidation reporting, statutory reporting, or financial reporting experience
Experience leading annual financial statement audits and regulatory reporting activities
Demonstrated experience researching and applying US GAAP accounting guidance
Experience with Workday Financials preferred
Advanced Microsoft Excel and financial analysis skills
Advanced knowledge of US GAAP and nonprofit financial reporting
Strong understanding of FASB standards and technical accounting research
Experience with lease accounting under ASC 842
Expertise in consolidated financial statement preparation and review
Experience with Form 990 reporting requirements
Understanding of indirect cost allocation methodologies and NICRA submissions
Strong analytical, data management, and problem-solving capabilities
Mature Christian faith and commitment to IJM's mission, values, and spiritual life practices
Current authorization to work in the United States
Must practice a mature orthodox Christian faith, as defined by the Apostles’ Creed.

Nice To Haves

CPA or strongly preferred
Experience with nonprofit financial reporting preferred

Responsibilities

Provide strategic leadership for IJM's global accounting and external financial reporting function, ensuring excellence in stewardship, accountability, and compliance.
Lead the development and implementation of strategies that strengthen financial reporting quality, audit readiness, regulatory compliance, and global consolidation practices.
Supervise, develop, and coach accounting staff while providing technical guidance across global finance teams.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives that increase efficiency, enhance reporting quality, and reduce audit burden across the organization.
Oversee the preparation, review, and presentation of IJM's consolidated financial statements and related disclosures.
Research, evaluate, and document accounting conclusions for complex, unusual, or non-routine transactions.
Monitor and implement changes in US GAAP, FASB pronouncements, and other applicable accounting standards, including ASC 842 and future requirements.
Maintain ownership of accounting policies, reporting governance, and financial reporting methodologies that support organizational objectives.
Lead the annual consolidated financial statement audit and serve as the primary liaison for external audit activities.
Direct the preparation and review of IRS Form 990 filings, NICRA submissions, and other statutory reporting requirements.
Ensure year-round audit readiness through effective controls, reconciliations, reporting schedules, and review processes.
Support organizational compliance with charitable registrations, census reporting, BEA reporting, and other applicable regulatory obligations.
Maintain ownership of Statement of Functional Expense (SOFE) methodology, functional expense allocations, and reporting governance.
Serve as the primary accounting partner to FP&A, Legal, Regional Finance Directors, International Advancement Offices, country office finance teams, and other key stakeholders.
Build strong relationships with external auditors, tax advisors, and third-party reporting partners to support accurate and timely financial reporting.
Partner with cross-functional leaders to evaluate financial reporting implications of organizational initiatives, operating results, emerging risks, and strategic decisions.
Provide leadership with meaningful analysis and recommendations related to accounting matters, regulatory developments, reporting risks, and compliance requirements.
Strengthen global consolidation processes, reporting controls, and financial transparency across IJM's international operations.
Monitor significant financial reporting matters, local statutory audits, and emerging risks across country offices to ensure timely resolution and organizational alignment.
Collaborate with global finance teams to identify automation opportunities, reporting efficiencies, and process improvements that enhance stewardship outcomes.
Participation in IJM’s community of spiritual formation.