Sr. Corporate Accountant

About Water.org

1 in 4 people around the world lack access to safe water and 2 in 5 people don’t have access to a safe toilet. We are working every day to change this. We are Water.org. We’re here to bring water and sanitation to the world. We want to make it safe, accessible, and cost-effective because we believe that water is the way to empower a bright future that we can all share in, worldwide. We are an international nonprofit organization based in Kansas City, Missouri that has positively transformed millions of lives around the world through access to safe water and sanitation. Founded by Gary White and Matt Damon, we pioneer market-driven financial solutions to the global water crisis. For more than 30 years, we’ve been providing women hope, children health and families a bright future. 

 Join the Finance team!

As a Senior Corporate Accountant you are primarily responsible for supporting the development and execution of a variety of general accounting principles, practices, and procedures critical to headquarter finance operations and statutory and regulatory compliance, including general ledger management, accounts payable, tax and financial reporting, audit and finance controls, and other accounting-related activities and projects, as applicable.   

 What You’ll do

Financial Management 

Build strong customer relationships and trust with all internal stakeholders while maintaining fiduciary control over related processes.  

Audit 

Support the execution of the annual audit and tax return activities.  

Corporate Accounting 

Ensures timely monthly closing of the general ledger, including assisting in the review and approval of journal entries, aligned with accounting controls and processes to meet overall goals and objectives. 

Policies and Procedures 

Advises internal stakeholders on global finance policies, procedures, and guidelines to support compliance and strong controls environment.    

 Why Water.org? 

At Water.org, we’re dedicated to breaking barriers to safe water access for everyone, everywhere. When you join us, you’ll be part of a purpose-driven team committed to sustainability, diversity, and making a lasting impact. We offer growth opportunities, a collaborative culture, and the chance to drive global change.

Discover What Makes Water.org a Great Place to Work

Requirements

What Makes you a great fit

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance.    
• Seven or more years of progressive professional experience in an accounting role including advanced proficiency with accounting standards, principles and methodologies, with at least three years of experience leading implementation of payroll, accounts payable and/or audit.   
• Proficient (written and verbal) in English.    

What Makes you Stand out

• Experience with reconciliation(elimination entries) and NetSuite.

Travel Requirement 

• Up to 5% domestic and/or international travel. 

Benefits

Salary/Benefits  

This position offers country-specific benefits and market-based, competitive salary as well as periodic review for merit and incentive pay based on organizational and personal achievement.  

Being authorized to work in the country posted is a precondition of employment.

Type and Estimated Length of Employment:  Indefinite

Water.org is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing an inclusive environment. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender expression, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy status, military and veteran status, genetic information, and any other status protected by law.  We provide qualified applicants and employees reasonable accommodation, when necessary, to enable individuals to complete the application process and/or perform the essential functions of the job. We believe social change happens when people with a wide range of backgrounds, experiences, and identities come together with a common purpose. We strive to build and maintain an inclusive team that will advance our mission and work and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.