About Digital Green

Digital Green is a global development organization that empowers smallholder farmers to lift themselves out of poverty by harnessing the collective power of technology and grassroots-level partnerships. We join forces with governments, private agencies and, most importantly, rural communities themselves to co-create digital solutions that are of the community and for the community. When farmers have the tools they need to connect with one another, they’re far more likely to apply what they’ve learned on their farms and in their households–improving their own livelihoods and those of others in their community, in a manner that’s nutrition-sensitive, climate-resilient, and inclusive.

So far, Digital Green has reached 2.5 million rural community members across over 8,000 villages in India, Ethiopia, Afghanistan, Ghana, Niger and Tanzania. Collaborating with over 20 partners, Digital Green has helped facilitate the production and dissemination of over 7,000 localized videos in 50 languages. In addition to this, through our online training courseware, we have trained 17,000 frontline workers, 7,000 of whom have been trained through mobile applications. Digital Green operates from offices in San Francisco, New Delhi, Addis Ababa and Washington, DC. Digital Green is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization in the US. For more information, please visit Digital Green’s website: www.digitalgreen.org.

Digital Green is entering an exciting phase of development as it expands its activities to additional countries in Asia and Africa. As part of this expansion, Digital Green is building a small team of exceptional individuals with a passion for finding solutions to pressing development problems, a curiosity about complex issues facing the world’s poor, and a drive to tell our story. This is an exciting opportunity to join Digital Green’s new and growing team, supporting our ongoing programs, country expansion and start-up operations.

Job Summary

The Accountant is responsible for supporting the accounting function in the U.S. by ensuring entries are done in an accurate and timely manner in compliance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP). Key duties include: following policies and procedures to ensure proper internal controls; processing accounts payable; supporting the month-end close process; maintaining supporting documentation for transactions; coordination of timesheet system; and financial support and coordination of U.S. payroll and associated benefits. The Accountant reports directly to the Controller. This position requires close working relationships within the Internal Operations team as well as periodic communication and coordination with country-based teams. This position may be partially or fully remote and requires stable internet connectivity.

This position will be based in the US but is remote, and the individual may be based out of the following jurisdictions: California, Kansas, Maryland, Nevada, New York, Pennsylvania, Texas, Virginia, Washington D.C., or Washington.

Key Responsibilities

Process Weekly Accounts Payable

• Review invoices for completeness & accuracy
• Record transactions in QBO following accounting procedures & org policies
• Ensure documentation is appropriately maintained
• Communicate payment status & relay questions/issues to staff & vendors
• Manage ‘Invoices US’ mailbox
• Add new vendors into QBO & ensure existing vendor information is complete and accurate

Prepare Semi-monthly US Payroll

• Review salary and payroll deductions in ADP and update information as needed for changes
• Inform Senior Accountant when ready for review & approval

Support in month end close process for U.S.

• Prepare various balance sheet account and bank reconciliations
• Prepare payroll, benefit & rent allocation based on monthly timesheets and enter into QBO
• Reconcile Corporate credit cards
• Ensure all documentation is organized, complete, and saved in the proper folder

Compile supporting documentation for internal reviews & external audits

• Ensure all backup documentation for given sample is presented in an organized, complete, and timely manner
• Follow up, as needed, to obtain any missing or incomplete documentation

Administer the Time Sheeting Process for U.S. Staff using the Timesheet Management System (TimeRewards)

• Generate new timesheets for U.S. employees every month
• Update project codes on timesheets as needed
• Ensure all timesheets are submitted on time at the end of the month
• Escalate any systems issues to appropriate staff members

Other duties, as assigned.

Qualifications and Experiences

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or Business
• Basic understanding of debits and credits required; nonprofit accounting experience preferred but not required
• 1-3 years of relevant work experience in accounting with demonstrated experience in payroll management support and processing
• Proficiency in MS Office products, particularly Word and Excel, and ability to work with standard accounting packages; QuickBooks Online and ADP experience preferred
• Outstanding communication skills (written and oral); ability to communicate in a diplomatic, friendly, yet effective manner internally and externally
• Demonstrated experience supporting multiple projects concurrently under deadline pressure and changing priorities
• Experience working with a diverse team, including across time zones, cultures and backgrounds
• Willing to travel occasionally both domestically and internationally, if needed

To be successful as a member of the Digital Green team, you will also:

• Have a passion for our mission and a strong desire to impact an up-and-coming non-profit organization.
• Be an innovative and creative thinker – you are not afraid to try something new and inspire others to do so.
• Have a very high level of personal and professional integrity and trustworthiness.
• Have a strong work ethic, take initiative, and require minimal direction.
• Work well independently as well as part of a team.
• Possess a service-oriented approach towards supporting the team.
• Thrive in a fast-paced and fun environment.

Compensation

Digital Green is a great place to work and prides itself on a competitive and comprehensive compensation and benefits package. Digital Green is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.