Position Overview

Free the Slaves is seeking a dedicated and experienced Accounts Officer to ensure the effective financial management of the organization. This position is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, processing transactions, preparing reports, and ensuring compliance with internal policies and donor requirements. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting, attention to detail, and experience working in the nonprofit sector. The Accounts Officer will work closely with the program teams and the Finance Consultant to ensure budgeting, financial planning, and audits. This position reports to the Executive Director.

This position will be based in Washington, DC, USA.

Responsibilities
The Accounts Officer will:

Accounting

Accounts payable, invoices, credit card activity, review, code, and enter in Financial Accounting Software
Accounts receivable, including processing contributions, producing statements of accounts, and account reconciliation as needed.
Process employee expense reports
Ensure accounts are up to date, and ensure monthly & timely financial statements
Processing ACH payments and national and international wire transfers
Credit card reconciliation
Lead the annual budgeting process and ensure budget implementation
Invoice creation and distribution as needed
Develop and maintain a system of cash flow forecasting
Process payroll as needed
Support the audit and lead the engagement with auditors
Manage bank relations and engagement
Guide staff on finance & accounting as needed
Manage existing payment systems, including PayPal and Stripe
Operations

Ensure implementation of staff benefits: health insurance, life insurance, etc.
Working with the development team, supporting state registrations
Work with the team to ensure operational and accounting systems and software are working effectively
Manage the relationship with vendors
Key Relationships
The Accounts Officer will:

Report to the Executive Director.
Collaborate with the Finance Consultant
Work closely with the Programs-Operations-Budget Liaison
Collaborate with other members of the team as needed.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field. A professional certification (e.g., CPA, ACCA) is an added advantage.
Minimum of 3–5 years of relevant accounting or finance experience, preferably within the nonprofit/NGO sector.
Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks) and other related software, including Bill.com, Stripe, Paypal, Convera Global Pay, etc.
Strong knowledge of financial regulations, donor compliance, and reporting standards.
Excellent Excel and data analysis skills.
High level of integrity and attention to detail.
Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Good interpersonal and communication abilities.
Knowledge of U.S. local tax laws and financial reporting requirements.
Experience working with donor-funded projects

Applicants should submit a tailored cover letter outlining their interest and experience, a resume, and a list of three references from former supervisors. PLEASE SUBMIT THESE AS ONE (1) WORD OR PDF DOCUMENT