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Job Description
Position Overview:
The Associate, Accounting position will assist and report to the State Manager. Primary responsibilities include assisting in maintaining all aspects of the organization’s finances and accounts. The position will have regular interactions with all staff. This position is based in Bangalore, Karnataka.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
Responsible for maintaining up-to-date books and accounting records in INTACCT- Processing and accounting for all payments including vendor invoices & staff claims in a timely manner in accordance with Room to Read policies and procedures.
- Ensure management of filing systems and maintaining office records and registers.
- Ensure compliances as per statutory requirements (FCRA, Income Tax and others)
- Assisting on monthly accounting closure such as generation of reports, reconciliations and BRS
- Follow up with the bank on any matters pertaining to bank transactions
- Ensure local donor’s compliance is in place at State level as per MOU / SOPs etc. inclusive of maintaining the books of accounts and documents.
- Ensure along with State Manager all the policies and procedures are in place in all financial transactions
- Support in State Office AP&B process, monthly Budget Outlook and cash forecast process and ensure realistic estimation as per programs implementation calendar.
- Support on annual statutory audit, RTR’s internal audit and Local donor’s audit as and when needed
- Participate in any other activities which may be required to be undertaken to fulfill the objectives of the organization as when necessary
- Any other duties and responsibilities assigned by the line manager
Qualifications and Experience:
Required:
Degree in Commerce or related field (accounting, management, etc.)- A minimum of five years of experience in NGO Accounting field.
- Adept at using Microsoft Office applications – word, excel and other accounting software
- Working experience in accosting software like INTACCT is preferred
- Prior experience in a fast-paced, growth-oriented organization.
- Verbal and written communication skills in English and Kannada.
Preferred:
Advanced degree in finance related field- 5 years related accounting experience in an International NGO
- Flexible attitude towards changing priorities and ability to multi-task with an eye for detail.
- Strong initiative and leadership skills.
- Team player.
- Excellent interpersonal and relationship building skills.
- Have a passion for our mission and a strong desire to impact an up-and-coming nonprofit organization
- Be an innovative and creative thinker; you’re not afraid to try something new and inspire others to do so
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- Have a very high level of personal and professional integrity and trustworthiness
- Have a strong work ethic and require minimal direction
- Work well independently as well as part of a team
- Thrive in a fast-paced and fun environment
Compensation:
The salary range for this position will be determined based upon the experience of the candidate hired. Health benefits are also provided. The non-monetary compensation includes a unique opportunity to be part of an innovative, meaningful, and rapidly growing organization that is changing the world through the lifelong gift of education.
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To be successful at Room to Read, you will also:
- Have passion for our mission and a strong desire to impact a dynamic nonprofit organization
- Be a proactive and innovative thinker who achieves results and creates positive change
- Have a very high level of personal and professional integrity and trustworthiness
- Embrace diversity and a commitment to collaboration
- Thrive in a fast-paced and fun environment
Room to Read is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to identifying and developing the skills and leadership of people from diverse backgrounds. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled
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About Company
Room to Read seeks to transform the lives of millions of children in developing countries by focusing on literacy and gender equality in education. Working in collaboration with local communities, partner organizations and governments, we develop literacy skills and a habit of reading among primary school children, and support girls to complete secondary school with the relevant life skills to succeed in school and beyond. We are non-governmental, non-religious and work with many local NGOs and community based organizations to implement our programs. We work in Bangladesh, Cambodia, India, Laos, Nepal, South Africa, Sri Lanka, Tanzania, Vietnam, and Zambia. Since our inception, Room to Readâs worldwide team has impacted over 8 million children by constructing more than 1,700 schools, establishing over 16,000 libraries, publishing 882 new childrenâs book titles in 27 local languages, and reaching over 25,000 girls through our Girlsâ Education program.
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Application Deadline
08 Sep 22, 12:00 AM IST
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