Europe Regional Accounting Manager

ppThis is a hybrid position that requires 8 days per month in the office. You can be based in our office in The Hague or London. Existing work authorization is required at the time of application submission as WRI is unable to sponsor any visa work sponsorship for this position. /p pThis will be a 1 year contract initially with the possibility of renewal. /p h3About The Program /h3 pThe WRI Operations Department strives to make all global offices capable and low risk, enhancing their operational capabilities, establishing sustainable growth through a bond of mutual respect, collaboration and sharing knowledge across the sisterhood of WRI offices. This is done by targeting standards of performance, and measuring efficiency and effectiveness across all the offices. /p pYou will be part of a relatively new and growing European office and will help ensure that systems and processes are robust now and in the future. WRI Europe currently has staff based in three locations in Europe: the Netherlands, the UK and Germany. /p h3Job Highlight /h3 pReporting to the Regional Manager, Accounting and Finance - Europe, you will focus on the operational and analytical work that underpins our regional finance function. You will take responsibility for many of the day-to-day accounting, reporting and budgeting activities so that the Regional Manager can concentrate on strategic development of structures, systems and stakeholder engagement. You will work closely with the Global Accounting team and Program Coordinators (PCs) across the institute and will be an integral member of the Europe Operations Team. /p pYou will support the efficient operation of the Europe accounting function and help WRI maintain accurate and timely financial accounts. /p h3What Will You Do /h3 h3Accounting and Finance (50%) /h3 ul liPrepare and perform first-line review of monthly and quarterly reconciliations for WRI Europe entities (e.g. bank, balance sheet, intercompany, payroll, tax/VAT) /li liSupport the monthly and year-end finance closure, including preparing and posting journal entries, accruals, prepayments and reclassifications /li liCoordinate and monitor expense tracking, ensuring correct coding, approvals and documentation in line with policies /li liProcess and/or review vendor invoices for Europe entities, Purchase Order review, ensuring accuracy, completeness and appropriate supporting documentation /li liPrepare and help execute payment runs, ensuring timely settlement of obligations and alignment with cash-flow plans and authorization matrices. /li liAssist with preparing cash-flow forecasts and monitoring cash positions for WRI Europe entities /li liSupport the Regional Manager with budget monitoring, including preparing standard budget-versus-actual reports and basic variance commentary for core team budgets. /li /ul h3Internal Coordination and Alignment (20%) /h3 ul liSupport the daily financial management and accounting operations for WRI Europe, acting as a key operational contact point for internal stakeholders on finance questions /li liContribute to the further development of the WRI Europe Accounting and Finance function by proposing improvements to daily processes and controls, particularly around reconciliations, close routines and expense handling /li liHelp ensure that systems, policies and processes are documented, consistently applied and aligned with organizational strategy and values /li liAssist the Regional Manager and the Europe Operations Director to help monitor compliance with Europe statutory requirements and internal WRI finance policies /li liSupport preparation of information for internal and external audits, including reconciliations, samples and documentation. /li /ul h3Systems (20%) /h3 ul liSupport the configuration of accounting and budgeting systems for WRI Europe, ensuring they are set up to support day-to-day processes (invoice flows, payment runs, reconciliations) /li liHelp ensure that global systems are appropriately configured to meet local regulatory and reporting needs in Europe /li liHelp monitor data quality in the ERP and related systems (e.g. vendor master data, chart of accounts, project codes). /li /ul h3Other Work (10%) /h3 ul liContribute to the maintenance of the Accounting Handbook for WRI Europe, especially sections related to monthly close, reconciliations, expenses, invoicing and payments /li liIdentify opportunities for system and process improvements and support their implementation, with a focus on efficiency and standardization of daily accounting work /li liSupport the maintenance of dashboards and operational reports (e.g. open items, overdue invoices, unposted expenses) for the Europe Operations Director and Regional Manager /li liAssist with ad-hoc analysis, reconciliations and reporting /li liProvide backup support for selected tasks of the Regional Manager or accounting staff. /li /ul h3What Will You Need /h3 ul liEducation: You have completed bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or a related field. An accounting qualification (e.g. ACCA, CPA, CMA or equivalent) is an advantage. /li liExperience: You have full-time, relevant experience with accounting processes, year-end closing work and audit procedures. /li liYou have a demonstrated understanding of accounting principles and monthly closing procedures. /li liExperience contributing to the set-up of policies and processes. /li liDemonstrated competence in budgeting, financial analysis and forecasting /li liExperience preparing dashboards or management reports for non-finance stakeholders. /li liDemonstrated ability to interpret financial information for a non-technical audience. /li liExperience collaborating effectively with a distributed team. /li liExperience managing and mentoring teams is an advantage. /li liExperience with Workday, Time Expense and online payment processing systems – or similar ERP and expense tools – is an advantage. /li liExperience working with donor-funded projects or grants within an international NGO is desirable. /li liExperience with system implementation, automation, testing and troubleshooting in collaboration with external vendors/consultants is a plus. /li liRequirements: Existing work authorization is required for candidates based in the UK, as WRI is unable to sponsor visas in the UK. /li /ul h3Potential Salary /h3 pIf based in the Netherlands: b€63,000 - €79,000 /b (excluding 8% vacation allowance) /p pIf based in the UK: b£54,000 - £68,000 /b /p h3What We Offer /h3 ul liAccess to the WRI global network with the opportunity to exchange with and learn from passionate colleagues working at the cutting edge of their fields across Asia, Africa, Europe, Latin America and the US /li liThe chance to have an impact and to develop your career within a mission driven organization with access to varied learning and training opportunities /li liA workplace that strives to put diversity and inclusion at the heart of our work /li liThe opportunity to join and get involved in different working groups and affinity groups to shape the future of WRI /li liCommitment to hybrid working model with flexible working hours /li liGenerous leave days that increase with tenure. /li /ul h3About Us /h3 pWorld Resources Institute works to improve people's lives, protect and restore nature and stabilize the climate. As an independent research organization, we leverage our data, expertise and global reach to influence policy and catalyse change across systems like food, land and water; energy; and cities. Our 2,000+ staff work on the ground in more than a dozen focus countries and with partners in over 50 nations. /p h3Our mission and values /h3 pWRI's mission is to move human society to live in ways that protect Earth's environment and its capacity to provide for the needs and aspirations of current and future generations. Our values are shared ideals that bind us together: Independence, Integrity, Impact, Partnership and Care. These values shape how we work with one another as well as what we work toward, and they call on all of us to help create an environment where people are welcomed, respected, and able to contribute as their full selves. /p h3Our culture /h3 pAt WRI, we believe that a more inclusive, equitable, and respectful workplace helps all of us do better work and better serve our mission. We are committed to advancing gender and social equity and to fostering an environment where people of all identities and backgrounds feel they belong, are valued, and are treated with dignity and respect. Creating this kind of culture is a shared responsibility across WRI. /p pAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, caste, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, or protected Veteran status. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr