Job Summary
- Company
- Root Capital
- Location
- Cambridge, MA 02139
- Industries
- Financial Services
- Job Type
- Full Time
- Employee
- Years of Experience
- 2+ to 5 Years
- Education Level
- Master's Degree
- Career Level
- Experienced (Non-Manager)
- Salary
Commensurate with experience
Accountant
About the Job
SUMMARY
Capital seeks a proactive and motivated Accountant to support the Senior Accounting
Manager in performing full-cycle accounting for Root Capital’s headquarters in
and field offices in Latin America and
field office accounting activities, which will involve establishing accounting
procedures and systems and training staff both remotely and in-person. Additional duties include preparing financial
statement reports, coordinating payroll and making necessary adjustments in
line with benefit schedules, and other responsibilities to maintain organized
accounting systems. Candidates should possess
one to four years of accounting or auditing experience, fluency in Spanish,
advanced experience with accounting software, a proactive attitude, strong
communication skills, and a passion for Root Capital’s mission of building
sustainable livelihoods in rural communities through socially and environmentally
responsible investing.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assist with full cycle accounting for
headquarters and the field offices.
Support Fund EZ accounting entries, reconcile bank accounts, and process
expense reports. - Coordinate the implementation of an accounting
system in field offices using Quickbooks software. Train field office bookkeepers as needed,
either remotely or by traveling to train staff in-person. - Prepare department, donor, and investor reports. Assist in the preparation of monthly
income statements, balance sheets, and audit materials. - Coordinate
payroll data for submission and maintain benefit schedules. Review for accuracy, set up wire
transfers, and resolve any payment issues. - Maintain organized accounting systems and serve
as finance liaison with staff: maintain organized files, update financial
policies and procedures, and train new staff in finance policies. - Other responsibilities as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
- One to four years of related experience,
performing a variety of hands-on accounting or auditing tasks. - Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business or
equivalent experience. - Spanish fluency is required.
- Familiarity
with accounting software. - Advanced skills in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
- Ability to take 1-3 international trips per year.
- Proactive, take-charge attitude; ability to
troubleshoot routine situations and manage tasks independently. - Collaborative team player with strong
communication skills and a good sense of humor. - Passion for Root Capital’s mission of environmentally
and socially responsible investing. - Experience working with non-profits is a plus.
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