Accounting Supervisor

Earthwatch Institute is an international, non-profit organization that engages people worldwide in scientific field research and education to promote the understanding and action necessary for a sustainable environment. 

Position Summary: 

This job is a hands-on position including the processing of payroll, all general ledger entries, international reconciliation, spreadsheet analysis, and overseeing the functions of A/P, billing, and A/R. The Accounting Supervisor assists the Controller in compilation of the annual budget, prepares supporting schedules and monthly closings. 

Responsibilities: 

* Maintain General Ledger and enter all monthly journal entries
* Maintain and balance support schedules on international affiliate reconciliations
* Maintain and balance spreadsheets involving field grants 
* Daily cash management 
* Enter and balance on-line payroll system
* Support A/P and A/R at a high level of customer service to vendors and volunteers by resolving disputes 
* Plans and executes a significant portion of own work under the general supervision of the Controller
* Works with confidential data such as payroll, budgets and audit information
* General department support
* Other duties as assigned 

Qualifications/Skills: 

* Bachelors degree in Accounting
* 2-3 years of direct supervisory experience 
* Non-profit accounting helpful, but not required
* Excellent PC skills including proficiency in Excel
* Ability to motivate staff and execute at high performance standards
* Must possess high degree of discretion 

Salary range: $38,000 - $41,000 commensurate with experience. Good benefit package. Growth potential. 

Due to limited time and financial resources we are only able to accept applicants who are already eligible to work in the United States. 

To Apply 

Please indicate job title in subject line of email. Email, fax or mail cover letter and resume. No phone calls please.

HR Earthwatch Institute,
P.O. Box 75,
Maynard, MA 01754-0075