WHO WE ARE:
A21 is a nonprofit organization fueled by radical hope that human beings everywhere will be rescued from bondage and completely restored. We are the abolitionists of the 21st century, and we work to free people in slavery and disrupt the demand.
For 16 years now, we've rolled up our sleeves and set our feet to action. Why? Because in a single moment a number can turn into a name, a tragedy into a victory, and a belief into an action.
Freedom. That's our goal for every human being on the planet.
OUR MISSION: Abolish slavery everywhere, forever.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR: USA Finance Manager
LOCATION: DFW, Texas - USA
JOB PURPOSE
Assist the CFO in strategic planning, cash monitoring, and controlling the finances of A21 USA, Inc. Management of all accounting functions and staff, accounts payable, accounts receivable, electronic banking, monthly reconciliations, month-end close, preparation of financial statements. Coordinate budgeting processes, conducting financial analysis, reporting financial transactions. Ensures financial information is prepared in accordance with accounting principles and IFRS. Assist in the formulation and implementation of financial policies, procedures and controls.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES/KEY DUTIES
Financial & Management Accounts:
- Responsible for the inflows and outflows of cash during a fiscal period.
- Ensure accurate and timely production of monthly, quarterly & annual financial statements.
- Oversee the preparation and approval of monthly journals and reconcile gl accounts.
- Ensure month-end reconciliations and accounts are accurately prepared.
Budgeting Processes:
- Assist in preparing the annual operating budget in collaboration with the International Finance Manager & CFO.
- Monitor business activity to ensure budget overruns do not occur.
- Provide quarterly reporting on income, expenditure, and budget variations.
- Assists CFO to develop budgets and long-term forecasts.
Analysis & Reporting:
- Prepare and interpret monthly financial reports.
- Provide timely financial and activity-related reports to the CFO and Management Teams.
- To ensure that financial information is prepared in accordance with accounting pre
- Coordinate with tax preparers and accountants for tax purposes at the end of a fiscal year.
- Identify and Implement Key Performance Indicators.
Compliance & Auditing:
- Assist in the preparation of annual financial statements and liaise with external auditors for compliance reviews.
- Prepare reconciliations and supporting documentation required for annual audits.
- Ensure compliance with all financial legislative requirements and fulfill all statutory returns and obligations.
- Exert internal controls over financial resources to maintain transparency and risk avoidance.
General:
- Oversee Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions and staff. .
- Manage payroll functions.
- Maintain the fixed asset register.
- Review monthly employee tax statements prepared by Payroll Partners.
- Develop and maintain policies and procedures for financial accountability.
- Ensure compliance with financial reporting obligations for funding, grant aid, contracts, and other initiatives.
- Perform other duties as applicable within the scope of the position.
PERSONAL SPECIFICATION – Qualifications, Experience, Knowledge & Skills
Essential:
- CMA, CPA, or similar professional qualification.
- At least 5 years of experience in a management accountant role in a medium to large organization.
- Membership in a recognized professional accounting body (Institute of Public Accountants, Institute of Chartered Accountants, ICA, or CPA).
- High computer literacy with modern accounting software and IT management.
- Demonstrated effective communication skills across diverse audiences.
- Experience with database management systems.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.
- Ability to explain financial information to non-financial users.
- Strategic thinking and ability to balance a demanding workload.
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
- Effective administrative abilities.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Flexibility and ability to cope with a dynamic, changing environment.
- Initiative and discretion in assigned work.
- Commitment to quality improvement and best practices.
- High integrity and confidentiality.
- Leadership skills and ability to set and achieve goals.
- Strong relationship-building skills.
- Understanding of occupational health, safety, welfare, equality, and diversity issues.
Desirable:
- Experience in multinational and multi-currency environments.
- Familiarity with US fundraising regulations.
- Experience identifying system requirements in complex organizations.
- Experience developing processes and procedures within an accounting function.
- Practical experience in a non-profit organization and/or collaboration with other non-profit entities (e.g., churches, ministries, outreaches, NFP organizations).