Temporary Senior Subgrants Assistant

Job Function: Washington DC
Department: Accounting
Location: Washington, DC

Temporary Senior Subgrants Assistant

The NDI Subgrants Department issues and monitors subgrants granted to international NGOs and U.S.-based organizations. NDI monitors the subgrantees to ensure that they are in compliance with NDI donor regulations. The Subgrants Accountant will play an important role in providing assistance to the Subgrants Department. Due to COVID-19, this position will start in a remote capacity. However, when the office re-opens, the position will be based in our Washington, DC office and the expectation is that the Subgrants Accountant will be based locally to fulfill this obligation.

Responsibilities:

• Receive, store and review Subgrantees' financial report packages. Review receipts for allowability and appropriateness of expenses reported, and record expenses using Costpoint Accounting software, update Subgrants DataBase.
• Communicate with subgrantees or NDI field offices regarding the results of the reviews. Follow up proactively and timely on resolution of questioned costs, return of unspent funds.
• Send reminders and ensure timely submission of subgrants reports to NDI.
• Review, process, and route subgrantees' payment requests for management approval.
• Prepare documentation for external auditors during annual and donor-specific audits.
• Perform subgrant closeouts.
• Support the Senior Subgrants Administrators, as needed, to contribute to an efficient and effective management of the portfolios and a positive work environment.
• Understand the applicable policies, procedures, controls, and authorization levels as they relate to Subgrants Assistant.
• Assist with other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree required; major in Accounting, Finance or Business Management & Administration preferred.
• Minimum two (2) years of work experience in accounting or related administrative fields.
• Previous experience with international nonprofit organizations is desirable.
• High level of attention to details and accuracy in all aspects of work responsibilities and excellent organizational skills.
• Good English writing skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to effectively interact with all levels of staff and subgrantees; positive and professional attitude.
• Ability to use effective strategies and tactics for accomplishing assigned duties, meeting deadlines, and multi-task.
• Working knowledge of word processing and excel spreadsheet applications.
• Knowledge of a foreign language is a plus.

ADA Notation
The physical demands and work environment that have been described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Comments
Candidates must be legally eligible and authorized to work in the U.S. NDI does not provide sponsorship.
This position will be based in our Washington, DC office. NDI does not cover relocation costs for this position.
NDI welcomes and supports a diverse, inclusive work environment. As such, our commitment is to promote equal employment opportunities (EEO) for all applicants seeking employment and NDI employees. NDI makes employment decisions based on organizational needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, personal appearance, military status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, political affiliation, educational status, unemployment status, place of residence or business, source of income, or reproductive health decision making. Additionally, harassment or discrimination based on these characteristics will not be tolerated at NDI. To perform the essential functions of this position, reasonable accommodations are available to qualified individuals with disabilities and qualified individuals who have limitations due to pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical-related condition.
To apply for this position, please visit the NDI website at: www.ndi.org/careers.

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