Senior Manager, Accounting (Remote - US)

GiveDirectly has delivered more than $1B in cash directly to 2+ million people living in poverty across 15 countries since 2011. We believe cash transfers are one of the most scalable, cost-effective, and dignified forms of aid, with the research to back it up. Our work has been covered by The Economist , NPR , TED , and The Washington Post . We are one of Time100’s Most Influential Companies of 2026.

Our culture is candid, analytical, and non-hierarchical. We support high ownership and real professional growth. Curious about what it's really like to work here? Read our values and hear from the people who do . If they resonate, this could be a great fit!

Location: Remote, with a requirement to overlap with an East Africa timezone by at least 3 hours. We can only employ people in certain places at the moment, so it's worth checking our current list of eligible countries to see if yours is included. If you're based elsewhere, it's not an automatic no, but do flag it early with your recruiter. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas in the U.S. or U.K. at this time.

About this role

We’re looking for someone with an endless drive for improvement, a solutions oriented mindset, an ability to deliver high-quality accounting on tight deadlines and the flexibility to adapt to quickly changing needs while being highly detail-oriented. The candidate should be a strong analytical thinker, have a superb understanding of U.S. GAAP and Uniform Guidance, be knowledgeable about best practices and be an excellent communicator. For this role we are searching for candidates with 7 - 10 years of experience, preferably within the non-profit sector.

Note: We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment Visas in the U.S. at this time.

Reports to: Controller

Level : Senior Manager

Travel Requirement: Must be able to travel ~1-2 times per year to one of our countries of operation for team retreats or field visits

What you’ll do:

Financial Management, Accounting and Reporting

Lead key elements of the monthly, quarterly, and annual close, ensuring timeliness, accuracy, and clear documentation of judgments and variances

Oversee revenue recognition in accordance with US GAAP, including reviewing and approving monthly entries, reconciliations, and supporting analyses

Create error free periodic reports, such as balance sheets, profit & loss statements, management reports etc.

Maintain integrity of the general ledger, including establishing and enforcing appropriate coding structures, review processes, and documentation standards

Serve as a key decision-maker on accounting treatment, estimates, and operational judgment calls, escalating complex issues to the Controller as needed

Ensure expenditures comply with donor requirements, regulatory standards, and internal policies; act as a key point of interpretation for finance and non-finance teams

Document and update financial policies and procedures in our knowledge management system.

Review and approve reconciliations and journal entries, ensuring issues are identified, investigated, and resolved promptly

Implement accounting system workflow improvements

Partner cross-functionally (finance, treasury, payments, operations) to ensure accounting implications are understood and embedded in processes

Identify areas for improvements and maintain documentation

Audit and Compliance

Manage the annual financial statement audit and the Single Audit

Support preparation of the consolidated financial statements

Oversee the preparation and submission of regulatory filings, especially form 990

Ensure ongoing compliance with US GAAP, FASB guidance, and internal control requirements; proactively identify and address gaps

Act as a key liaison between auditors and internal teams, ensuring timely, accurate responses and minimal disruption

Other tasks

Where applicable, manage and support accounting staff, including reviewing work, providing feedback, and strengthening team capabilities

Participate in cross-functional initiatives and organizational projects, representing accounting perspectives and requirements

Perform all other duties that may be assigned to you from time to time by the Controller and stakeholders

What you’ll bring:

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or equivalent practical experience.

7+ years of professional experience in accounting or finance, with strong experience in data analysis and reporting.

Professional qualification (ACCA or CPA) is preferred.

Professionally proficient in English.

Strong command of US GAAP, with the ability to independently research, interpret, and apply guidance to real-world scenarios

Experience with multi-country / multi-entity accounting, including intercompany transactions, consolidations, and navigating differing local regulatory and reporting requirements, ideally within an international nonprofit or development organization

Experience working in audit environments and managing external auditors

Ability to liaise remotely with a wide range of people at all levels and across different cultures and to act with credibility, tact and diplomacy

Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to communicate accounting concepts to non-finance audiences

Ability to be proactive and logical in problem-solving scenarios

Strong time management skills with an ability to plan ahead, anticipate requirements, and obstacles, and an ability to juggle competing priorities successfully, and to work to tight deadlines

Calm disposition and positive outlook particularly when working under pressure

A full appreciation of the value of cooperation, both internationally and within a team environment

Aptitude to learn new software tools such as Slack and Sage Intacct

Advanced spreadsheet skills

Aptitude for numbers and quantitative skills

Exceptional alignment with GiveDirectly Values and active demonstration of our core competencies: emotional intelligence, problem solving, project management, follow-through, and fostering inclusivity. We welcome and strongly encourage applications from candidates who have personal or professional experience in the low-income and/or historically marginalized communities that we serve.

Compensation

At GiveDirectly, we strive to pay our employees generously and equitably. We use an accredited third party salary aggregator to calculate what we believe to be competitive pay based on role, location, and cost of living. We also have a no negotiation policy to ensure we are paying staff equitably across roles. Read more about our compensation philosophy here .

Unless otherwise noted, the benefits stipend may be used to cover benefits or taken as additional taxable income.

United States

Base Salary : $120,800

Bonus at Target Performance: 10% (~$12,080, with potential for upside. For reference, with the organization’s current performance multiplier, this amount would be $14,134 in 2025)

Estimated Total Compensation at Target : $132,880+

Annual Benefits Stipend : $21,393

Why work at GiveDirectly?

At GiveDirectly, we work to ensure that you have everything you need to excel in your role and on your team, including:

A supportive team that works hard and cares hard

A robust health benefits plan (exact details will vary by country)

Flexible paid time off that staff is encouraged to take

Allowances for desk set-up and learning and development

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Working at GiveDirectly

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