Accountant – Global Finance

About IFDC 

The International Fertilizer Development Center (IFDC) is a public international organization that advances soil health and strengthens agricultural systems through science-based innovation. For over 50 years, IFDC has translated research into practical solutions that improve nutrient use efficiency, restore degraded soils, strengthen local agricultural markets and expand opportunity for smallholder farmers, especially women and youth.

We work with farmers, governments and private sector partners to build resilient farming systems that produce nutritious food, improve livelihoods, and safeguard natural resources for future generations. 

Our Values

We are guided by four core principles:

Collaborate – We work across teams, countries and partners to create lasting impact. 

Innovate – We apply evidence and continuous learning to design practical and responsible solutions. 

Include – We promote equity and meaningful participation for women, youth and underrepresented groups. 

Act with Integrity – We steward resources responsibly, uphold transparency and remain accountable to the communities, partners, staff and donors who place their trust in us.

Responsibilities

This position helps to ensure that the Organizations’ financial accounting standards are adhered to. This position will handle a variety of accounting functions within the Headquarters Accounting Unit, as detailed below. The position will work across all countries including the USA (Muscle Shoals, Washington D.C.).

This position involves preparing monthly financial statements and maintaining various accounting records at IFDC. Duties may include: 

• Prepare the monthly financial statements and underlying documentation (e.g., trial balance, fixed asset, cash flow, detailed expenditures, month-end journal vouchers);
• Prepare expenditure reports as required e.g., preparing donor reports, auditing international books and records, reconciling detailed records to supporting documents, issuing monthly expenditure statements;
• Prepare, process and maintain monthly cash flow statements against outstanding accounts receivable records;
• Assist in the updating and maintaining of employee records (e.g., salary benefits, home leave costs, time sheets, reconciliations);
• Assist with forms/documents needed for the U.S. Tax Form 990 and other related U.S. Government Documents;
• Assist in the preparation of the audit schedules required during the yearly Audit;
• Perform other duties including a variety of other minor related duties as required (e.g., executing both incoming and outgoing wire transfers). 

Requirements

This job requires a broad understanding of accounting and the ability to apply that knowledge to perform this position's duties. This job may involve the following: 

• Knowledge of accounting standards, principles and practices in order to develop and maintain records and reports;
• Ability to apply basic knowledge of foreign currency translation principles to maintain accounting records;
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing effectively (e.g., prepare detailed financial statements, monitor and instruct national accounting personnel);
• Have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting;
• Have 3-5 years of relevant work experience (including international accounting);
• Must have excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to be tactful, mature, and flexible during difficult circumstances;
• Ability to use a personal computer effectively to maintain accounting records and to run related reports;
• Multi-cultural sensitivity is essential. 

Reporting and Work Relationships 

The Accountant position will report to the Assistant Controller in the Finance Department within the Corporate Service Division.  

Location 

This is a national recruitment with a duty station at the IFDC office in Muscle Shoals, AL. International travel may not be required but could be expected. 

Benefits 

IFDC's benefits include annual and sick leave, health, dental, vision and group life insurance coverage, social security and pension contribution in compliance with local laws. 

Salary Clause 

The determination of new employee salaries takes into account various factors. These include the salary range linked to the assigned job grade, the candidate's qualifications in relation to the job's responsibilities and prerequisites, internal fairness, the competitive state of the job market, as well as potential organizational and budgetary considerations. 

Diversity Clause 

IFDC is committed to fostering a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We believe in the value of bringing together people with a broad range of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. All employment decisions at IFDC are made on the basis of ability, performance, and organizational need, in alignment with our values of fairness, respect, and opportunity for all.