Senior Manager, Accounting (Remote - US)

GiveDirectly•Washington, DC

10h•Remote

About The Position

GiveDirectly (GD) aims to reshape international giving – and millions of lives – by providing cash grants directly to the world’s poorest. The Brookings Institution estimates that $70B of cash transfers would be required to eliminate the poverty gap; the aid sector currently spends $135B each year, much of it on evidence-free interventions. GiveDirectly wants to change that, establishing cash transfers as a benchmark for foreign aid – as the index fund is a benchmark for the financial industry – and in the process accelerating the end of extreme poverty. GD has raised over $1B since launching in 2011 and delivered cash to more than 2 million people in 15 different countries. We’ve also supported large-scale, experimental research that indicates strong recipient impact of our programs. As a result, GD has been celebrated as one of the most innovative non-profit companies by Fast Company, while the growing cash transfer movement (and GD’s leading role within it) have been featured in the New York Times Magazine, This American Life, Foreign Affairs, and The Economist. Our culture is candid, analytical, agile, and non-hierarchical. Our global team of ~150, and country operations teams of ~650, span 21 different countries and 69 languages. From software engineers to seasoned humanitarian workers, management consultants to public servants, researchers to field operations -- it’s an incredible group of people. Our values are central and deliberately opinionated. We genuinely center the people we serve in our decision-making, and strive to build an ambitious, dynamic and high-performing environment. We strongly encourage you to read through our values carefully, if they reflect how you like to work and energize you, this could be a great fit. We work hard to create an environment in which all our team members can thrive, succeed, and grow. We support high ownership, flexibility, take care of each other, have fun, and create professional growth opportunities. Location: this role is fully remote but -- must be located on the East Coast must overlap with an East Africa timezone by at least 3 hours - practically speaking, this looks like taking meetings as early as 8am and having open work time during your afternoons About this role We’re looking for someone with an endless drive for improvement, a solutions oriented mindset, an ability to deliver high-quality accounting on tight deadlines and the flexibility to adapt to quickly changing needs while being highly detail-oriented. The candidate should be a strong analytical thinker, have a superb understanding of U.S. GAAP and Uniform Guidance, be knowledgeable about best practices and be an excellent communicator. For this role we are searching for candidates with 7 - 10 years of experience, preferably within the non-profit sector. Note: We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment Visas in the U.S. at this time. Reports to: Controller Level: Senior Manager Travel Requirement: Must be able to travel ~1-2 times per year to one of our countries of operation for team retreats or field visits

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or equivalent practical experience.
7+ years of professional experience in accounting or finance, with strong experience in data analysis and reporting.
Professionally proficient in English.
Strong command of US GAAP, with the ability to independently research, interpret, and apply guidance to real-world scenarios
Experience with multi-country / multi-entity accounting, including intercompany transactions, consolidations, and navigating differing local regulatory and reporting requirements
Experience working in audit environments and managing external auditors
Ability to liaise remotely with a wide range of people at all levels and across different cultures and to act with credibility, tact and diplomacy
Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to communicate accounting concepts to non-finance audiences
Ability to be proactive and logical in problem-solving scenarios
Strong time management skills with an ability to plan ahead, anticipate requirements, and obstacles, and an ability to juggle competing priorities successfully, and to work to tight deadlines
Calm disposition and positive outlook particularly when working under pressure
A full appreciation of the value of cooperation, both internationally and within a team environment
Aptitude to learn new software tools such as Slack and Sage Intacct
Advanced spreadsheet skills
Aptitude for numbers and quantitative skills
Exceptional alignment with GiveDirectly Values and active demonstration of our core competencies: emotional intelligence, problem solving, project management, follow-through, and fostering inclusivity. We welcome and strongly encourage applications from candidates who have personal or professional experience in the low-income and/or historically marginalized communities that we serve.

Nice To Haves

Professional qualification (ACCA or CPA) is preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead key elements of the monthly, quarterly, and annual close, ensuring timeliness, accuracy, and clear documentation of judgments and variances
Oversee revenue recognition in accordance with US GAAP, including reviewing and approving monthly entries, reconciliations, and supporting analyses
Create error free periodic reports, such as balance sheets, profit & loss statements, management reports etc.
Maintain integrity of the general ledger, including establishing and enforcing appropriate coding structures, review processes, and documentation standards
Serve as a key decision-maker on accounting treatment, estimates, and operational judgment calls, escalating complex issues to the Controller as needed
Ensure expenditures comply with donor requirements, regulatory standards, and internal policies; act as a key point of interpretation for finance and non-finance teams
Document and update financial policies and procedures in our knowledge management system.
Review and approve reconciliations and journal entries, ensuring issues are identified, investigated, and resolved promptly
Implement accounting system workflow improvements
Partner cross-functionally (finance, treasury, payments, operations) to ensure accounting implications are understood and embedded in processes
Identify areas for improvements and maintain documentation
Manage the annual financial statement audit and the Single Audit
Support preparation of the consolidated financial statements
Oversee the preparation and submission of regulatory filings, especially form 990
Ensure ongoing compliance with US GAAP, FASB guidance, and internal control requirements; proactively identify and address gaps
Act as a key liaison between auditors and internal teams, ensuring timely, accurate responses and minimal disruption
Where applicable, manage and support accounting staff, including reviewing work, providing feedback, and strengthening team capabilities
Participate in cross-functional initiatives and organizational projects, representing accounting perspectives and requirements
Perform all other duties that may be assigned to you from time to time by the Controller and stakeholders