Imagine waking up every morning with the chance to change someone's life. Imagine knowing your efforts will benefit both your career and our neighbors around the world. At CWS, our team knows they are making a difference every day. Whether you're in our U.S.-based offices supporting refugees, asylees or unaccompanied children ... implementing hygiene initiatives in Cambodia or rebuilding projects in Central America ... or even connecting remotely from your home on fundraising campaigns, grant reports, or critical communications - you have the opportunity to work towards a world where everyone has food, a voice and a safe place to call home.

The Senior Accounting Specialist will be responsible for essential accounting functions such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, month end reporting, review and code financial information, compile and review information for accuracy, and maintain records. This is a remote role based in the Northeast.

• Process credit card transactions and complete monthly credit card reconciliations;
• Track petty cash and gift card disbursements and complete petty cash/gift card replenishment requests.
• Assist with processing and tracking incoming and outgoing unrestricted and restricted private funds.
• Prepare and complete weekly check runs and maintain check request documentation.
• Assist with reviewing entries, creating vendor accounts and client ID’s, and generating reports in ERP.
• Assist with compiling and reviewing data for reports.
• Support external and internal audits as needed; assist in preparing materials requested by auditors.
• Assist finance staff on an as-needed basis, as well as serving as backup to other senior accounting specialists in their absence.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education:

• BS in Accounting or Finance plus one year of related work experience, or high school diploma and five years of related work experience.

Experience:

• Three years minimum experience in accounting is required.

Skills:  

• Previous experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 preferred;
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including strong proficiency in Excel.
• Strong organizational skills and a high attention to detail.
• Strong time management skills including ability to prioritize, multi-task, and meet deadlines.
• High degree of professional integrity; ability and commitment to maintain confidentiality of sensitive data.
• Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work well independently and collaborate and communicate effectively as a team member in a multi-cultural environment.
• Fluency in English, written and spoken.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion and willingness to support CWS’ Platform on Racial Justice as a CWS employee required.

CWS offers a competitive benefits package that includes:   
- 403 (b) Retirement Plan                                              
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance                                                 
- Generous Paid Time Off (21 Paid Days Off; 27 Days after 2 Years) 
- 14 Official Holidays 
- Sick Time Off (12 Accrued monthly)                                     
- Life Insurance and AD&D                                            
- Long Term and Short-Term Disability                                                 
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)                                                
- Health Savings Account                                              
- Flexible Spending Accounts