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Senior Finance and Compliance Officer

Raising The Village
Toronto, ON, CA
$55K-$75K a year
Temporary
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About Raising The Village We are Raising The Village (RTV), a non-profit international development organization on a mission to end ultra-poverty in Sub-Saharan Africa.

What started as a small start-up in 2012 has now become a fast-growing organization with 200+ national staff in Uganda, the start of a team in Rwanda, and a team of 15+ people in Toronto and New York, working together to lift communities out of ultra-poverty in last-mile villages in Uganda.

To date, we have supported more than 980,000 people through our innovative holistic approach. We have achieved this tremendous growth with the help of incredible partners from all around the globe who believe in our model and impact.

Find out more about our programs and impact at www.raisingthevillage.org About The Role Raising The Village (RTV) is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Senior Accountant to join our growing team.

This role is pivotal in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of our financial operations as we continue to expand our impact in underserved communities.

This is a hybrid role, with designated in-office days in our downtown Toronto office three days per week. International travel to East Africa may be required.

Key Responsibilities Financial Accounting Responsible for month-end and year-end period close processes Verify, allocate, post, and reconcile transactions Produce error-free accounting reports and results Analyze financial information and summarize financial status, making recommendations Document policies, procedures, and workflow for assigned responsibilities Fixed asset processing and reporting Maintain prepaid schedules and ensure the accuracy of booking GL entries Financial Reporting and Analysis Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports for internal and external stakeholders, including : Variance actuals to a budget report Donor reports Burn rate reports Deferred revenue report Partner advance account reconciliations Support Program in conducting variance analysis of budget to actuals to identify financial risks and flag anomalies Review financial summaries for donor reports based on reporting requirements in concert with the Program Officer and Country Office Support budget re-alignment and forecasting processes, including review and detailed commentary of all draft budgets Support the analysis and monitoring of resource allocation Provide coaching, knowledge transfer, and guidance to CO Finance and Program Officer teams for financial reporting Proposal Development Support Support FP&A and the Partnership team in reviewing budgets for new proposals and Amendments Audits Lead planning, preparation and pre-audit review for the successful execution of audits Complete the required analysis, financial statements, and documentation for the annual external audit Assist with annual external audit and DOI examination Assist in preparing assigned schedules for the annual and interim audit Expense Processing Review invoices for appropriate documentation and approval prior to payment, ensuring compliance with policies and accurate coding Ensure timely booking of expenses for reimbursement Maintain accurate expense claims files to ensure audit readiness The Ideal Candidate will have : Superior financial analysis skills, with intermediate to advanced level expertise in MS Excel Detail-oriented to record and monitor financial information accurately Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to develop strong working relationships across cultural and organizational boundaries with internal and external stakeholders and manage through influence Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines, effectively prioritizing tasks A proactive self-starter with a positive attitude Strong team player who collaborates effectively across cross-functional teams Strong English verbal and written skills.

Required Skills and Expertise Bachelor’s degree in Accounting / Finance / Business Accounting professional designation in progress (CPA) is desirable 3-5 years experience in project finance and accounting Knowledge of GAAP and Accounting Standards for Not-for-Profit Organizations Previous experience in the non-profit sector in a multi-currency environment preferred Working knowledge and experience with Sage financial system is an asset Compensation & Growth The starting salary commensurate for this position is between 55,000-75,000 CAD per annum.

Salary is calculated based on qualifications and experience. In addition to a starting salary commensurate with your experience, you’ll receive a compensation package that includes health benefits, optional Group RRSP (and 4-weeks vacation in line with our policies.

RTV is fast growing, with opportunities for people who want to grow with the organization. We value people who are committed to our mission, align with our values, and are dedicated to their own personal and professional growth.

Raising The Village is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Powered by JazzHR

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