Income Reconciliation Accountant

Accountabilities

• Income platforms and reconciliation:Recommend suitable income platforms and payment gateways, including associated workflows, and reconcile donations, grants, and other incoming payments across platforms such as Stripe, PayPal, Global Payments, and BBMS.

• Financial records and accounting:Record revenue transactions, payment processing fees, and journal entries accurately and promptly in the accounting system. Maintain up-to-date records in the CRM and ensure that financial data aligns across systems.

• Donor reporting:Prepare annual contribution statements for donors and support donor communications, annual reviews, and other assurance activities as required.

• Compliance and internal controls:Ensure income records and reconciliation procedures comply with applicable accounting standards, tax rules, statutory requirements, donor obligations, and internal policies.

• Audit and financial reporting:Provide supporting documentation and responses for audits, assist with period-end closing activities, and prepare revenue-related information for the management accounting team.

• Systems and process improvement:Improve accounting systems, reporting processes, and financial data structures to enhance accuracy, consistency, and efficiency.

• Reporting and analytics:Use Excel, Google Sheets, and other relevant tools to develop reconciliation reports, analysis, reporting packs, and financial controls.

• Automation and standardization:Identify opportunities to simplify and automate recurring tasks, and create practical templates, dashboards, checklists, and process documentation to reduce manual errors.

• Cross-functional collaboration:Work closely with fundraising and finance teams to resolve discrepancies and ensure that records across different platforms and systems remain consistent.

Requirements

• Accounting knowledge:Understanding of relevant accounting standards and financial reporting principles. Knowledge of IFRS is desirable.

• International accounting exposure:Familiarity with different GAAP frameworks or statutory environments is an advantage, particularly those relating to Hong Kong, Mainland China, Vietnam, the United Kingdom, the United States, or Australia.

• Reconciliation and analytical skills:Strong attention to detail and the ability to investigate discrepancies, manage complex reconciliations, and maintain accurate financial records.

• Spreadsheet expertise:Advanced proficiency in Excel and Google Sheets, including complex reconciliations, data analysis, and reporting.

• Accounting systems:Familiarity with Sun Accounting or comparable ERP and accounting platforms, such as NetSuite.

• Reporting and data tools:Experience with Tableau, Power BI, Power Query, or similar data analysis and reporting tools is an advantage.

• Process improvement mindset:Ability to identify inefficiencies, develop standardized workflows, and improve controls and reporting procedures.

• Communication and collaboration:Strong organizational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to coordinate effectively across finance and fundraising teams.

• Working style:A proactive, reliable, and methodical approach, with the ability to work independently and maintain accuracy in a lean organizational environment.

Benefits

• Employment type:Full-time position.

• Work arrangement:The original listing identifies a hybrid arrangement in Sheung Wan, Hong Kong. The work arrangement applicable to candidates based in Poland has not been specified and should be confirmed.

• Salary and compensation:Not specified; salary range, currency, and any additional compensation should be confirmed.

• Healthcare and insurance:Not specified.

• Paid leave and retirement benefits:Not specified.

• Professional development:Opportunities for development through accounting systems improvement, financial reporting, reconciliation, and international compliance work may be relevant to the role; formal development benefits are not specified.

• Mission-driven environment:The role supports the integrity and effectiveness of an organization working toward an animal welfare mission.

• Inclusive workplace:The original listing expresses a commitment to welcoming candidates from diverse backgrounds and fostering an inclusive environment.