Senior Accountant

Posted Mar 6

Senior Accountant, U.S.

Remote in the United States 

Mercy For Animals aims to end industrial animal agriculture by constructing a just and sustainable food system. We envision a world where animals are respected, protected, and free.

As a leading farmed animal advocacy organization, we know that achieving this goal requires a diverse, inclusive, and collaborative work environment—one that welcomes and sparks new perspectives and innovative ideas. If you are passionate about our mission, driven to make a big impact for animals, and eager to be part of a dedicated team, join us!

We currently seek a senior accountant to join our global finance team. In this role, you will manage Mercy For Animals’ accounting operations, including month-end close, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and corporate credit card, to empower the organization to generate accurate financial statements.

You will do invaluable work:

  • Manage and deliver the month-end close process end to end to meet internal and external deadlines, working with teams across the organization to collect all necessary information
  • Continually streamline and improve processes and internal accounting policies
  • Partner with finance leadership to develop internal controls
  • Act as control owner for key internal controls 
  • Collaborate with our auditors as needed
  • Support team members with accounting inquiries as needed
  • Follow all organizational policies and procedures
  • Perform ad hoc financial analysis as needed
  • Perform any other duties assigned

Your qualifications will take our  team to the next level:

  • Bachelor’s degree 
  • CPA certification (preferred)
  • U.S. GAAP expertise 
  • Knowledge of IFRS (preferred)
  • High proficiency in spoken and written English
  • Three or more years of accounting experience
  • Commitment to the mission and values of the organization
  • Commitment to continued personal and organizational growth in diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice principles 

About Your Team Leader

Your team leader, Alex (he/him) joined Mercy For Animals in January 2022. He has worked in finance for over a decade, including public accounting, in-house accounting, FP&A, consulting, and real estate. Alex knows we make the most meaningful impact for animals when we work with passionate people who bring diverse backgrounds and skills. He empowers and trusts his team and encourages them to own their work areas while supporting them when needed. Outside Mercy For Animals, Alex spends as much time as possible swimming and cooking with his husband and their companion pug, Wally.

Compensation and Benefits 

Earn an annual salary of $75,000–$80,000, depending on qualifications, and enjoy a commute-free life as a remote team member. In addition to a collaborative and innovative work environment, you will be able to take part in our benefits package, including no- or low-cost health, vision, and dental insurance; generous paid time off and sick leave; and 401(k) retirement plan, with a dollar-to-dollar employer match of up to 3% of your annual earnings.

Application Details

We consider traditional and nontraditional qualifications and carefully review each application, resume, and cover letter. Feel encouraged to go outside a traditional cover letter and state how you would add to our culture; what we would gain from having you on our team; and how you align with our organizational vision, mission, and values. 

Our Commitment to You

Mercy For Animals is a globally minded organization. We are committed to the principles of equity and justice, and our culture celebrates authenticity—enabling every team member to shine. All employment decisions are based solely on individual qualifications, job needs, and job requirements, and potential team members of every color, orientation, age, gender, origin, veteran status, and ability are encouraged to apply. We strive to include candidates from historically marginalized communities and those from or in communities impacted by environmental, social, and economic injustice. 

Come as you are, and help us transform our society and construct a truly compassionate food system. 

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