Global Finance Coordinator

Job Title

Global Finance Coordinator

Location

Global

Position Type

Member

Job Description

SIL is seeking a Global Finance Coordinator to join SIL’s Global Finance team. This dynamic role partners with another Global Finance Coordinator as a vital liaison to 36 overseas entities and directly supports the Global Administration finance leadership team.

The ideal candidate possesses excellent communication skills, strong interpersonal and teamwork abilities, a sharp attention to detail, and the capacity to balance multiple strategic projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as the primary accounting consultant and advisor for assigned Area Finance Coordinators.
• Provide guidance and direction to overseas financial operations on policy, procedures, compliance with U.S. GAAP and tax laws, and timely month-end and year-end closings.
• *Serve as an active member of the Global Finance Leaders Team to help shape worldwide accounting policies and procedures.
• Support the year-end closing and annual audit preparation processes.
• Assist with annual IRS filings and regulatory compliance as needed.
• Coordinate global accounting changes driven by GAAP updates, tax changes, and changes in SIL structures, strategies, and policies.
• Collaborate on the development and maintenance of the global accounting manual.
• Contribute to the design and delivery of training materials and resources for international accounting staff.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Five or more years of accounting experience, preferably nonprofit
• High proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets, and experience with accounting software, preferably NetSuite
• Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize assignments, and to meet established deadlines
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple projects or tasks
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Customer service orientation
• Exhibit sound judgment

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or similar work experience

Weekly Hours

40