This s a short-term position from May 1 to September 30 2024. It is hybrid requiring a few days per week in Washington DC office.Existingwork authorization is required at the time of application submission. WRI is unable to sponsor any visa work sponsorship for this position. This is a temp to hire position.
About the Program:
In this role, you will fulfill the assigned responsibilities of the Accounting department. As part of the WRI Global Operations team, you will contribute to the overall efficient operation of the department and help WRI to be fully compliant and knowledgeable about our financial condition.
Job Highlight:
Reporting to the Subsidiary Accounting Manager, you will assist with daily accounting operations including data entry, expense review, timesheets, revenue, reconciliations and other administrative and communication activities as requested. You will be supported by a collaborative team of 15 staff in the Accounting Department.
What will you do:
Daily Accounting Tasks(40%):
Month-end Closing(20%):
Account Reconciliations and Audit(40%):
What will you need:
Potential Salary:Salary range is between69,000 and73,000 USD.Salary is commensurate with experience and other compensable factors.WRI offers a competitive renumeration and benefits package.
How to Apply:Please submit a resume with cover letter.Youmustapply through the WRI Careers portal to be considered.
What we offer:
About Us:
Founded in 1982, World Resources Institute (WRI) is an independent, nonprofit global researchorganizationthat turns big ideas into action at the nexus of environment, economic opportunity, and human well-being. We are working to address seven critical challenges that the world must overcome this decade to secure a sustainable future for people and the planet: climate change, energy, food, forests, water, sustainable cities, and the ocean. WRI has a global staff of over 1,800 people with work spanning 60 countries. We have offices in Africa, Brazil, China, Europe, India, Indonesia,Mexico,Colombiaand the United States, as well as a growing presence in other countries and regions.
The foundation of our work is delivering high-quality research, data, maps, and analysis to solve the world's greatest environment and international development challenges and improve people's lives. We work with leaders in government, business, and civil society to drive ambitious action and create change on the ground. Equally important, we bring together partners to develop breakthrough ideas and scale-up solutions for far-reaching, enduring impact.
Our mission and values:
WRI's mission is to move human society to live in ways that protect Earth's environment and its capacity to provide for the needs and aspirations of current and future generations.
Our values are shared ideals that bind us together: Integrity, Innovation, Urgency,Independenceand Respect.
Our culture:
WRI is committed to advancing gender and social equity for human well-being in our mission and applies this principle to ourorganizationaland programmatic practices. We are committed to providing equal opportunities inemployment;we embrace all diversity and encourage women, the LGBTQ+ community, persons with disabilities,Afro-descendants, and Indigenous people to apply.Recognizingour strong commitment to gender equality, WRI has also been awarded EDGE certification.
Our team in Human Resources carefully reviews all applications.