Senior Accountant, Global Leases

The Senior Accountant will be an integral part of the Finance Division, and this position will have the responsibility for supporting all aspects of lease accounting for CRS globally. The Senior Accountant will provide direct accounting support to CRS staff in country programs. Job function includes preparation of general ledger account reconciliations for leases, account analysis/research, journal entry preparation, and related financial reporting. Employee will provide key service through the ongoing monitoring of financial information to assist the global controller department with reporting of financial results, compliance of CRS policies and procedures and donor regulations.

• Manage the month-end close process related to leases by ensuring the accurate and timely completion of all lease accounting entries and reconciliations. 
• Perform lease monitoring for CRS HQ and all country programs, including managing leases through our lease software by adding new leases, modifying and amending leases, terminating leases and reconciliations of all asset expense and balance sheet accounts.  
• Prepare quarterly leases roll forward.
• Drive projects, provide accounting guidance and often serve as first point of contact for finance and business partners to resolve issues related to leases.
• Advise Country Program Finance Managers on related Policies and Procedures on a routine basis, as requested. Present lease training to new Country Program Finance Managers, as requested.
• Prepare related financial reporting including financial statement disclosures, audit reports and compliance with donor requirements.
• Assist colleagues with responding to financial information requests. Assist internal and external auditors with financial information requests and supporting documentation.
• Perform other related tasks and ad hoc projects, as assigned by his/her supervisor.
• Act as a subject matter expert for internal teams and finance staff in country programs on lease accounting under ASC 842.
• Analyze monthly and quarterly fluctuations in assigned accounts for internal reporting and propose necessary adjusting entries.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
  • Minimum of 2-4 years accounting experience
  • Certified Public Accountant or current candidate for CPA exam

    Preferred Qualifications

  • Familiarity with GAAP research tools and the FASB codification
• Familiarity with lease accounting under ASC 842

Required Languages – Fluency in written and spoken English

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Agency-wide Competencies

These are rooted in the mission, values, and guiding principles of CRS and used by each staff member to fulfill his or her responsibilities and achieve the desired results. 

Supervisory Responsibilities – None

Key Working Relationships: 

•  Internal: Headquarters departments and domestic and international staff.
•  External: External auditors, vendors, etc.

What we offer 

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. 

***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. CRS’ processes and policies reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation. 

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. 

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. Catholic Relief Services works to save, protect, and transform lives in need in more than 100 countries, without regard to race, religion or nationality.  Catholic Relief Services’ relief and development work is accomplished through programs of emergency response, HIV, health, agriculture, education, microfinance, and peacebuilding.  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. CRS’ 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.  The successful candidate is expected to sign and adhere to CRS´ 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:  This job description is not an exhaustive list of the skill, effort, duties, and responsibilities associated with the position. 

CRS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

General Requirements

CRS offers are contingent on the selected candidate’s ability to legally work where the position is to be performed. Every government has a unique set of work permit eligibility requirements.  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.