Associate Accountant

The Intersection of Calling & Career

World Vision is hiring an Associate Accountant to assist in the day-to-day maintenance of the general accounting system and in preparing basic financial reports.
At a Glance
Role: Associate Accountant
Reports to: Director, Accounting & Grant Reporting
Location: Federal Way, Washington
Requirements: Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field or equivalent experience in accounting (eight years). Some related experience preferred.
Work Authorization: Must be authorized to work in the U.S.A for any employer.
Estimated hourly hiring range: $28 - $36.80

Responsibilities
Keep Christ central in individual and corporate life; actively participate in and contribute to the spiritual disciplines of the organization (Christian conduct, chapel, prayer, worship, devotions, and leadership of devotions); incorporate WV Core Values into decisions within scope of role.
Help carry out our Christian organization’s mission, vision, and strategies. Personify the ministry of World Vision by witnessing to Christ and ministering to others through life, deed, word and sign.​
Check coding on all vouchers daily and recommend adjustments to originators.
Prepare regular journal entries to the general ledger; post deposits and disbursements to the cash journal.
Provide input for financial statements and prepare, run and review accounting reports.
Reconcile less complex subsidiary ledger accounts and checking accounts.
May prepare internal accounting reports for Finance department management.
Develop a role appropriate understanding of the international World Vision partnership and use this context to inform communications, actions, decisions and solutions.
Work collaboratively with team members when assigned to work as a member of a team.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Maintain awareness of corporate goals, objectives, organizational announcements, and activities. Reference and follow organizational policies and procedures, seeking clarity as needed.
You Bring These Skills
Strong attention to detail with the ability to accurately process, track, and reconcile financial transactions.
Highly organized with the ability to manage and maintain clear records of intercompany accounting activities.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate across teams and with international stakeholders.
Foundational understanding of accounting principles, with an interest in nonprofit and/or intercompany accounting.
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field or equivalent experience in accounting (eight years). Some related experience preferred.
Salary & Benefits
WVUS Pay Grade Level: 220
Estimated hourly hiring range: $28 - $36.80
The posted hiring salary range reflects pay for U.S. locations and is determined using market data and internal compensation guidelines. Actual compensation may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic location, job-related experience, and applicable laws. A different range may apply in certain locations. For information about World Vision U.S’ comprehensive benefits package, please visit this link.

About World Vision
We're a global Christian humanitarian organization. We partner with children, families, and their communities to empower them as they reach their full potential by tackling the causes of poverty and injustice. For 75 years, World Vision has followed Jesus' example to show unconditional love to the poor and oppressed. We serve every child regardless of faith.

What Happens Next?
Due to the high volume of applications, only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an initial phone conversation with a recruiter. We encourage you to submit a PDF resume and a cover letter. Our goal is to fill this vacancy with the right person in the shortest amount of time.