Contador Iii at Compassion International – Guatemala
Recruiter: Compassion International
About Compassion International
Compassion International is part of the United Nations system, working to promote international cooperation and address global challenges. As a UN entity, it contributes to the organization’s mission of maintaining international peace and security, developing friendly relations among nations, and promoting international cooperation in solving international problems and encouraging respect for human rights.
Job Summary
This position offers an opportunity to contribute to administrative management within Compassion International’s important work in international cooperation and sustainable development. Working in Guatemala, you will collaborate with international colleagues and partners to address global challenges and promote sustainable development. This role provides an excellent opportunity for professional growth while making a meaningful contribution to international cooperation and global peace and security.
Full Job Description
Contador III Requisitos Profesionales en Contabilidad, Finanzas o Administracion con experiencia contable. Maestria en el area financiera o administrativa (deseable). 5+ anos de experiencia en el area contable y conocimiento en area tributaria. Experiencia dando capacitaciones relacionadas con la educacion financiera y de contabilidad. Manejo de Microsoft office en nivel intermedio, Excel intermedio-avanzado. Capacidad de analisis y pensamiento critico. Habilidades de liderazgo, negociacion y resolucion de problemas. Orientacion al servicio y trabajo en equipo. Comunicacion intercultural efectiva. Inteligencia emocional para establecer buenas relaciones con equipos multidisciplinarios. Licencia de conducir vigente. Ingles en nivel intermedio (deseable). Disponibilidad para viajar y realizar trabajo de campo en un 70% del tiempo de trabajo. Resumen Este contador de carrera mantiene el libro mayor de la organizacion con el area de responsabilidad asignada. Ella o el trabaja en estrecha colaboracion con los clientes internos de toda la organizacion para responder a las preguntas financieras y proporcionar asesoramiento sobre la contabilidad adecuada. Este titular es un contribuyente clave a la preparacion de los estados financieros y elabora nuevos informes en respuesta a las necesidades iniciales actuales. Como profesional experimentado, el contador utiliza el conocimiento avanzado de GAAP, de sistemas financieros internos, y de otros estandares de contabilidad para conducir la investigacion y el analisis de la contabilidad, para repasar e interpretar actividad transaccional historica, y para tomar un papel dominante en proceso cercano del mes-final y del ano-fin de ano, para incluir la preparacion o la revision de las conciliaciones de la cuenta. En este nivel de la carrera, el titular es generalmente competente en varias especialidades de las finanzas y puede ser llamado encendido para entrenar o para supervisar el trabajo del personal menor de las estadisticas. Responsibilities Acts as an advocate to raise the awareness of the needs of children. Understands Christs mandate to protect children. Commits to and prioritizes child protection considerations in all decision-making, tasks and activities across the ministry. Abides by all behavioral expectations in Compassions Statement of Commitment to Child Protection and Code of Conduct. Reports any concerns of abuse, neglect or exploitation of children through Compassions internal reporting process and appropriately supports responses to incidents if they occur. Uses independent judgment to serve internal customers, answering financial reporting questions, explaining accounting principles, advising on the proper recording of transactions, and informing others of financial policies and procedures. Partners in problem-solving for both procedural and technical issues. Serves as a subject matter expert on the organizations financial general ledger system, including the chart of accounts, functional allocation, fund balances, segments and other attributes of the system. Maintains monthly/annual financial close processes through preparation and/or review of key journal entries and account reconciliations, analyzes financial activity for errors or misclassifications and corrects as needed. Also prepares and distributes financial statement reports and provides additional information related to reports for appropriate actions and decision-making. Attends training and/or accesses other means to maintain a level of knowledge and/or credentialing sufficient to perform all the requirements of this position. Makes use of appropriate opportunities to teach other team members and internal clients about accounting concepts and their organizational application. May be called on to coach or oversee the work of junior accounting staff, as well as coordinate tasks, as needed, with other team members. Culture Accountable for supporting, upholding, and engaging in Compassion’s core “Cultural Behaviors” in all internal and external communication and relationships. Working Environment Office Standard Office Environment Physical Demands Sitting, standing, and/or walking for up to 8 hours per day Travel Requirements May be required to travel up to 70% of normal schedule Releasing children from poverty in Jesus name Its a mission that drives us because the need is desperate. Ten percent of the world lives on $1.90 a day or less. Our hearts break for the millions of children who suffer from lack of resources, but we rejoice because there is hope. We at Compassion know that the transformative power of Christs love is not bound by nationality or economic status. Unified by this conviction, our increasingly diverse staff uses our talents and experience to serve more than two million children in 25 countries. Were excited for you to join our ministry!
Key Details
- Job Title: Contador III
- Grade: N/A
- Location: Guatemala City, Guatemala
- Department: Compassion International
- Contract Type: Professional Staff
- Estimated Salary Range:$70,000 – $120,000 USD annually
Qualifications
- Not specified in the official posting
Skills
- Not specified in the official posting
Benefits
- Competitive compensation package
- Professional development opportunities
- Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
- Inclusive and collaborative work environment
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted through the official UN careers portal. Female candidates and candidates from underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.