International Accountant

Work for a first-class institution that is innovative, multi-dimensional, and dynamic by joining AIR as an International Accountant.

We hire talented and forward-thinking professionals to build our cross-functional teams and support our clients in solving complex problems. Our people—problem-solvers, changemakers, and creative thinkers—are experts in their craft who rise to meet today’s challenges.

The International Accountant will play an integral role in delivering on some of the most meaningful projects in communities across the United States and the world. You’ll collaborate with our teams of motivated and passionate visionaries, where your input will be valued and your contributions vital to our success.

We value the experiences of every member of our institution, from entry level to executive. As part of our collaborative, learning-oriented team, you’ll be encouraged to grow in your career, develop additional skills, and progress professionally.

Candidates hired for the position may work remotely within the United States (U.S.) or from one of our U.S. office locations. This does not include U.S. territories.

About AIR:

Established in 1946, with headquarters in Arlington, Virginia, AIR is a nonpartisan, not-for-profit institution that conducts behavioral and social science research and delivers technical assistance to solve some of the most urgent challenges in the U.S. and around the world. We advance evidence in the areas of education, health, the workforce, human services, and international development to create a better, more equitable world. 

Responsibilities:

Essential job functions include but are not limited to: 

Accounting and Financial Management:

• • Responsible for international financial data and supporting documentation review from international offices.
  • Complete analysis of monthly international office balance sheet transactions and reconciliations.
  • Review international office bank accounts, statements and prepare reconciliations.
  • Review and monitor international office P&L and balance sheet accounts, transaction activity and reporting.
  • Transfer monthly costs from the international office into AIR’s Costpoint accounting system after a detailed review.
  • Lead financial close activities between international accounts and Costpoint at the home office.

Financial Reporting:

• • Consolidate supporting documentation packages for monthly international office financial reports submission to General Accounting ensuring documentation is accurate and complete.
  • Assist international office financial staff with VAT, Transfer Pricing, Management Invoices, and all other intercompany recording and reporting requirements.
  • Ensure compliance with accounting and financial policies.
  • Prepare foreign currency conversions, exchange rate calculations and revaluations.
  • Manage internal and external audits.

Business Partner Support:

• • Guide international office finance staff on accounting questions and requests.
  • Deliver customer service to assist with decision making
  • Train international office accounting staff on the accounting policies and procedures.
  • Maintain detailed financial documentation.

Other Areas:

• • International travel may be required.
  • Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time based on institutional needs. 

Education, Knowledge, and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, business administration, or economics.
• Demonstrated experience in finance, cost accounting and budgeting.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience, including financial management of USAID grants and contracts.
• Working knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), International Financial Reporting Standards for Small and Medium Entities (IFRS for SMEs), Agency for International Development Acquisition Regulations (AIDAR) and various contract types, agreements, and grants, preferred, but not required.
• CPA (Certified Public Ac