Accounting Manager - Partners Worldwide

Partners Worldwide

Partners Worldwide (PW) is a global network of businesspeople working together to end poverty through entrepreneurship and job creation. We believe that all people are image-bearers of God and have the right to live an abundant life. Through locally-rooted, globally-connected partnerships we work to grow and sustain redemptive businesses and flourishing economic ecosystems for maximum impact. Every team member plays a significant role in making this vision a reality.  

As an employee of Partners Worldwide, you will be part of a global team that values the unique contributions and service of each person as a true partner. You will join us in celebrating each entrepreneur who is able to fully live out their calling to business, provide for their family, create life-giving employment opportunities and invest in the community around them.  

The PW goal for 2030 is for our partners in 30+ countries, to serve over one million businesses who are creating and sustaining 3 million jobs in communities of high poverty and unemployment.  

The Role  

The Accounting manager is responsible for managing key operational accounting processes, maintaining compliance with financial standards, and strengthening internal financial systems, enabling Partners Worldwide to achieve a successful and sustainable execution of its Global Strategy.

If that’s you, please submit your resume and a PW specific cover letter letting us know who you are and why you are passionate about business and ending poverty!  

 The Work  

Accounting Operations

• Maintain the general ledger and oversee journal entries for day-to-day accounting processes.
• Prepare and reconcile bank accounts, investment accounts, and other balance sheet accounts.
• Ensure timely month-end and year-end financial closings.
• Process and review payroll and retirement contributions in collaboration with the HR team.
• Administer accounts payable and accounts receivable, including vendor payments and donor contributions.
• Collaborate with the finance team to ensure compliance with US GAAP and internal policies.

Compliance and Audit Support

• Assist in the preparation of financial records for Partners Worldwide and its affiliates' annual audits.
• Support compliance with nonprofit reporting requirements, including tax filings and state charitable solicitation registrations.
• Maintain compliance documentation for financial and operational activities.

Collaboration and Reporting

• Support the Director of Finance in preparing financial reports for the Board of Directors and the global leadership team.
• Assist with the management of Access to Capital financial activities, ensuring accurate loan tracking and reporting.
• Partner with the Global Operations team to provide financial insight and tools for country operations.
• Participate in financial policy reviews to strengthen internal controls and risk management.

Special Projects and Process Improvements

• Collaborate with and support country leaders and department heads during the annual budgeting and planning process
• Participate in the evaluation and implementation of accounting software and financial systems.
• Collaborate on process improvement projects to enhance efficiency and accuracy in financial operations.
• Provide financial support for grant management and reporting as needed.

Your Competencies

Core & Cross-Functional Competencies

• Customer Focus 
• Drive for Results  
• Innovation Management  
• Problem Solving
• Business & Financial Acumen 
• Interpersonal Savvy  
• Strategic Thinking
• Planning
• Communication
• Data-Driven Decision Making
• Digital Literacy
• PW Ambassadorship

Supervisor Competencies

• Emotional Intelligence 
• Engage & Inspire 
• Team Building 
• Adaptability 
• Conflict Resolution

Your Qualifications  

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of accounting experience, preferably in a nonprofit or global organization.
• Familiarity with nonprofit financial management, including fund accounting and compliance.
• Strong understanding of payroll processing, accounts payable/receivable, and financial reconciliations.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., NetSuite, QuickBooks) and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Experience supporting financial audits and managing donor compliance.
• Familiarity with international financial operations, including currency exchange.
• Strong organizational skills to manage competing priorities and deadlines. 

Your Character  

• Mature Christian faith that is embodied in your life, work, words and interactions.  
• Strong ability to build relationships, create traction and mobilize resources.  
• Curiosity to learn new skills, solve new problems and seek expertise from others.  
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.   
• Organized with the ability to plan ahead to reach goals.  
• An entrepreneurial spirit that leads to creative thinking, new ideas to put into action, and innovative solutions to diverse challenges.  

Our Investment  

• Meaningful, redemptive, and purpose-filled work    
• Connection to a talented, dedicated, and joyful team of global staff and partners    
• A comprehensive compensation and benefits package (insurance, retirement and more)    
• Flexible paid time off (vacation, sick, holiday) 
• Annual allowance for professional development/continuing education    

Additional information:  

• Partners Worldwide is an equal opportunity employer.  
• Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.  
• Please upload cover letters and resumes as PDFs so that they can be viewed in their original format during application review
• Applications are due via the hiring portal by Wednesday, January 15, 2025.