About CRS
A leading global humanitarian and development agency, Catholic Relief Services (CRS) reaches over 130 million people across more than 110 countries,ย without regard to race, religion, or nationality. CRSโ relief and development work is accomplished through programs of emergency response, health and social services, agriculture, education, water and environment, small enterprise and justice and peacebuilding. Since 1943, we have built strong partnerships with local communities, governments, and organizations around the world, creating renowned programming and operations that produce tangible results and make us a trusted partner. Our mission is lasting transformation of individual lives and entire societies.ย
Job Summary
The Global Controller leads and analyzes the financial status of the company and works with the CFO to develop strategic and long-term financial goals and direct the preparation of all financial reports, statements, audits, and controls.ย This position is responsible for the accuracy and completeness of the organizationโs financial reporting internally and externally including donor reporting.ย The Global Controller will ensure that internal controls are in place, enforced, and reviewed for conformance to accounting and financial standards and applicable regulations. ย ย
Roles and Key Responsibilities
Oversee all accounts, ledgers, and reporting systems ensuring compliance with appropriate GAAP standards and regulatory requirements. Maintain and analyze the general ledger accounting records, conduct research and resolve technical accounting issues and oversee month-end close and general ledger activity. Ensure transactions are recorded in accordance with GAAP. Analyze financial statements and prepare reports ensuring the information accurately reflects the organizationโs financial activities and clearly communicate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements Develop and enforce internal controls to maximize protection of organizationโs assets, policies, procedures, and workflow Directs all HQ audit activity, including the 2 CFR 200 US government audit.ย Oversee the preparation of Form 990 and other required tax filings Create and implement processes and procedures for the financial management system; identify areas of improvement or opportunity as needed. Lead the grants management processes related to financial activities and reporting in compliance with donor regulations.ย Oversee HQ financial operational functions including accounts payable, payroll and accounts receivable. Develop and implement consistent accounting policies, practices, and procedures across all country programs. Provide effective supervision to accounting staff by ensuring standard accounting principles as well as CRS processes and procedures are followed in keeping financial records. Bachelor's degree in accounting, Economics or Finance. Solid knowledge of not-for-profit accounting and U.S. Government funding regulations for non-profit organizations Minimum 10 years of financial and/or program management experience within an international operations environment, with a minimum of 7 years in a supervisory position Past experience in managing large geographically distributed programs including multiple projects and/or service delivery efforts Demonstrated experience in building and leading teams Experience in business change projects and/or business process improvementยPreferred Qualifications
CPA or MBAKnowledge, Skills and Abilitiesย ย
Strong finance and accounting knowledge and analytical/problem solving skillsย Strong computer skills, project management skills, process development and enhancement skills Strong leadership and management skills Creativity, flexibility, highly analytical, problem solving, results orientation Highly proactive and able to work independently Responsive and service oriented Ability to communicate with financial and program staff on financial and accounting issues Strong inter-personal and group/team process skills. Collaborative and inclusive Excellent written and oral communication skills Excellent presentation and listening skills Culturally sensitive and patient Shares the agency's values and vision Politically savvy in introducing and gaining broad buy-in for new systems and processes Demonstrated commitment to organizational learning and developmentSupervisory Responsibilitiesย โ Yes
Key Working Relationshipsย
Internal: Finance Division, Regional Finance Officers, and Country Program offices
External: Vendors, agency service providers, external auditors
What we offerย
CRS offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, vision, generous retirement savings plan and the opportunity to work in a collaborative, mission-driven culture that is committed to improving the lives of the poor throughout the world.ย
***Our Catholic identity is at the heart of our mission and operations. Catholic Relief Services carries out the commitment of the Bishops of the United States to assist the poor and vulnerable overseas. We welcome as a part of our staff people of all faiths and secular traditions who share our values and our commitment to serving those in need.ย CRSโ processes and policies reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation.ย
NOTE: All interested applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. at the time of application.
Disclaimer: This job description is not an exhaustive list of the skill, effort, duties, and responsibilities associated with the position.ย
CRS' talent acquisition procedures reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation.
EOE/M/F/D/V - CRS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Catholic Relief Services is the official international humanitarian agency of the Catholic community in the United States.ย Catholic Relief Servicesย works to save, protect, and transform lives in need in more than 100 countries, without regard to race, religion or nationality. ย Catholic Relief Servicesโย relief and development work is accomplished through programs of emergency response, HIV, health, agriculture, education, microfinance, and peacebuilding.ย We welcome as a part of our staff people of all faiths and secular traditions who share our values and our commitment to serving those in need. CRSโ processes and policies reflect our commitment to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation.
CRS welcomes candidates from the countries and regions in which we work. In the event the successful candidate is an expatriate, the anticipated duration of the assignment is informed by a term limit, based on the type and level of the job and the needs of the agency.
CRS is committed to safeguarding program participants, community members, staff and volunteers from all forms of exploitation and abuse.ย The successful candidate is expected to sign and adhere to CRSยด Code of Conduct.
CRS talent acquisition procedures reflect our commitment to safeguarding the rights and dignity of all people - especially children and vulnerable adults - to live free from abuse and harm.
Disclaimer:ย This job description is not an exhaustive list of the skill, effort, duties, and responsibilities associated with the position.ย
CRS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
General Requirements
CRS offers are contingent on the selected candidateโs ability to legally work where the position is to be performed. Every government has a unique set of work permit eligibility requirements.ย ย All positions requiring residence or frequent travel outside a home country must undergo and clear a pre-employment medical clearance; some work permit processes require clearing a separate government administered medical examination.
CRS prioritizes candidates who are citizens/ permanent residents of the countries where we have CRS offices.