Subsidiary Office Accountant

Job Posting Organization:
The World Resources Institute (WRI) is an independent research organization that focuses on improving people's lives, protecting and restoring nature, and stabilizing the climate. Established with a mission to influence policy and catalyze change across various systems such as food, land and water, energy, and cities, WRI employs over 2,000 staff members who work in more than a dozen focus countries and collaborate with partners in over 50 nations. The organization is committed to advancing gender and social equity, ensuring that all qualified applicants receive equal consideration for employment regardless of their background.

Job Overview:
The Subsidiary Office Accountant position is a hybrid role that requires the employee to work in the Washington, DC office for 8 days per month. This role is integral to the Global Accounting team and reports directly to the Subsidiary Accounting Manager. The primary focus of this position is to ensure the accounting and financial integrity of subsidiary offices, which are consolidated into the Institute’s global financial statements. The accountant will oversee, review, coordinate, and support the accounting and auditing processes of these subsidiary offices, acting as a key liaison between global and country office teams. The role also involves monitoring compliance with accounting standards and policies, ensuring timely month-end closes, and providing training and capacity building for subsidiary office accounting teams.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The duties and responsibilities of the Subsidiary Office Accountant include:

• Accounting Oversight & Account Reconciliation Review (50%): Conduct ongoing reviews of accounting transactions for subsidiary offices to ensure accuracy and compliance. Monitor month-end close status and serve as the primary contact for subsidiary offices regarding financial processes. Review post-close account reconciliations and lead monthly reconciliation meetings with relevant stakeholders.
• Audit Coordination (20%): Act as the primary liaison during consolidated financial statement and donor grant audits, collecting and reviewing necessary documentation.
• Backup & Operational Support (20%): Provide backup support to country office accounting teams during staff absences and assist with other accounting duties as assigned.
• Capacity Building & Training (10%): Provide training for subsidiary office accounting teams, support the adoption of new policies, and coordinate knowledge-sharing meetings.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, with a CPA preferred. A minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience in accounting processes, year-end closing work, and audit procedures is required, preferably in non-profit organizations with multi-entity or international accounting environments. Strong proficiency in using large spreadsheet data and high-level Excel formulas is essential, along with a solid understanding of month-end close and account reconciliation processes. Knowledge of U.S. GAAP and experience with ERP systems, particularly Workday, is also required. Strong communication, coordination, and training skills are necessary, along with a highly organized and detail-oriented professional attitude.

Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. A CPA designation is preferred, indicating a higher level of expertise and commitment to the accounting profession.

Experience:
The position requires a minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience, particularly in accounting processes, year-end closing work, and audit procedures. Experience in non-profit organizations with multi-entity or international accounting environments is highly desirable. Candidates should also have experience working with large datasets and high-level Excel formulas, as well as a strong understanding of month-end close and account reconciliation processes.

Languages:
Verbal and written proficiency in English is mandatory for this position. This ensures effective communication within the organization and with external stakeholders.

Additional Notes:
This is a hybrid position requiring 8 days per month in the office, and candidates must have existing work authorization in the U.S. as WRI is unable to sponsor visa applications. The potential salary range for this position is between $69,000 and $82,000 USD, commensurate with experience and other compensable factors. Interested candidates must submit a resume and cover letter by October 23, 2026, through the WRI Careers portal, as applications may close sooner if a high volume of qualified candidates is received.