Staff Accountant - MSI United States

MSI US is a registered US 501(C)(3) organization that helps women and girls access contraception and safe abortion in 36 countries worldwide through fundraising, media outreach, and digital engagement in the United States. MSI US supports the global MSI Reproductive Choices (MSI) mission through campaigns that build the MSI brand; increasing donations and engaging key audiences to advance the sexual and reproductive rights of women and girls; and expanding public understanding of why contraception and safe abortion are fundamental building blocks of sustainable development.

The Staff Accountant will support the MSI US team, as well as provide support for larger Global Funding Department, MSI Finance, and Global Support Office initiatives. If you want to be inspired and feel great about what you do, let’s talk!

The Staff Accountant will play a key role in supporting our financial operations by performing day-to-day operations of the US Office and supporting global initiatives as requested. The Staff Accountant will support responsibilities such as day-to-day accounting, monthly closing entries, payroll processing, financial reporting, state registrations, and financial compliance.

The Staff Accountant reports to the Director of Finance and may also receive instruction from other MSI finance leaders. The Staff Accountant will work closely with organizational leadership and staff, as well as Global Funding Department and Global Support Office colleagues, to ensure a supportive, compliant, and financially sound work environment. This is a full-time role based out of the Washington, DC office with the possibility of some remote work.

Responsibilities

• Assist with financial management tasks on both the cash receipts and cash disbursement cycles, such as preparing credit card statements, tracking expenses, processing invoices for payment, and depositing donations.
• Assist with preparing financial reports, monthly close entries in the SUN environment, monthly account and intercompany reconciliations, and year-end audit/990 preparation.
• Assist the Director of Finance with compliance and keeping MSI US in good financial standing in areas including but not limited to Worker's Compensation insurance, state payroll tax and charitable registrations, financial regulations, and global requests for support.
• Generate semi-monthly payroll to be approved by the Director of Finance.
• Help set up employees, contractors, and payees in various financial systems.
• Administer and manage MSI US’s procurement process and vendor contracts list.
• Help with maintaining databases and filing systems, both electronic and physical.
• Assist the Director of Finance with annual budgeting processes.
• Regular coordination with the London-based Donor Finance Team in updating donor finance pipeline reports for the monthly Executive Team pack. 
• Assist with monthly review of Global Funding Department expenditure budgeting, tracking and reporting.
• Preparation of visuals/reports for donor deep dives, donor meetings, or supporting information that fundraising teams might want/need for fundraising events.
• Help review, maintain, and update policies and procedures related to MSI US finance.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Three to five (3 – 5) years of financial support experience.
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as accounting and finance, or equivalent experience.
• Knowledgeable of general accounting principles and basic understanding of financial analysis.
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written.
• Proficient in Microsoft applications, especially Excel. Able to learn and be comfortable with new platforms/applications.
• Excellent attention to detail, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills
• Strong project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple priorities, meet tight deadlines, and deliver high-quality work.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, collaborating with colleagues across different departments and time zones.
• Commitment to MSI US' mission and values, including a deep understanding of and respect for women's rights and reproductive health.

Preferred

• Non-profit and/or international experience.
• Power BI knowledge

You will receive an excellent package of benefits that is second to none in the non-profit marketplace today. Beyond being very competitive in our salaries in any of the areas where we have team members, we offer - 

• 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and their dependents, including spouses, dependent children, and domestic partners.
• 100% employer-paid individual insurance coverage for Short-Term & Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance, and AD&D
• 25 days of annual leave, 15 days of sick leave, and paid parental, family, and other types of leave
• 5% employer contribution to a 403(b) retirement plan with no matching requirements on your part.
• And more!

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

MSI US is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all persons in all aspects of employment, regardless of age, disability, national origin, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, veteran or military status, marital and civil partnership/union status, alienage or citizenship status, creed, genetic information, or any other protected status.

For more information about MSI United States, please visit our website at www.msiunitedstates.org