Junior Staff Accountant

2 weeks ago


United Kingdom Panthera Corporation Full time

About Panthera

Panthera, founded in 2006, is devoted exclusively to the conservation of wild cats and their landscapes, which sustain people and biodiversity. Panthera’s team of preeminent cat biologists and site security specialists develop and implement science-based conservation and protection strategies for tigers, lions, jaguars, snow leopards, leopards, pumas and cheetahs. Representing the most comprehensive effort of its kind, Panthera works in partnership with governments, NGOs, scientific institutions, communities, and corporations to create effective, replicable models that are saving wild cats and the wild places they roam in around the globe. For more information, visit Panthera.org.

Job Purpose

Panthera is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Accountant to join our finance team. The Junior Accountant will play a key role in supporting various accounting functions, including general ledger maintenance, financial reporting, and budget analysis. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in accounting principles, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to thrive in a dynamic environment.

Duties and Responsibilities
  • Assist with month-end and year-end close processes, including journal entry preparation, account reconciliations, and financial statement analysis.
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date general ledger entries, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and organizational policies.
  • Review and reconcile bank statements, credit card transactions, and other financial records to ensure accuracy and completeness for multiple foreign Panthera entities.
  • Liaise regularly with regional accountants to ensure compliant timeliness, processes and coding with donor requirements.
  • Support internal and external audits by providing documentation, explanations, and reconciliations as needed.
  • Preparing and reviewing monthly & quarterly US Government grant financial reports and handling recodes.
  • Reviewing monthly expense reports of the project teams; first approver in expense reporting software.
  • Track project spending and manage tracking sheet and variance monitoring for grant budgets.
  • Liaise closely with regional Finance and Human Resource teams to project, track, analyse and adjust (e.g., cost of living adjustments) salary and benefits expenditures affecting project budgets.
  • Review monthly/quarterly sub-award expense reports, time sheets and post subaward expense journals to accounting system.
  • Provide regional budgets during the Panthera institutional budgeting process.
  • Prepare budgets and budget modifications for applications for funding opportunities.
  • Assist with special projects and ad-hoc analysis as assigned by the supervisor.
  • Assist with process improvements.
Qualifications and Skill Set
  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field preferred but not required.
  • 1-2 years of experience in accounting or finance role preferred; recent graduates with relevant internships or coursework will also be considered.
  • Strong understanding of accounting principles and practices, including GAAP.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with accounting software (e.g., NetSuite).
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail.
  • Ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact professionally with colleagues at all levels and departments of the organization, and across multiple time zones.
  • Familiarity with US Code of Federal Regulations or experience querying the eCFR is a plus.
  • Knowledge of non-profit accounting principles and practices is a plus.
How to Apply

Interested candidates can submit their most recent CV and cover letter to the Panthera Careers Page. The closing date for applications is Friday, April 26, 2024 . Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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