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SGI-USA Is Hiring

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All positions are based in Santa Monica, California, at the SGI-USA Headquarters. Active participation in SGI-USA activities is required. Please send resumes to jobs@sgi-sa.org.

Full-Time Assistant Controller

Candidates should have a four-year degree in accounting or finance with an accounting emphasis and at least eight years of professional accounting experience.

Duties include managing the general ledger, sales tax reporting and overseeing the AR and AP teams, establishing and maintaining internal controls for the accounting team and assisting with cash or banking analysis. In addition, they will identify areas for improvement, communicate to management and implement changes to enhance the control environment and mitigate risk, and perform ad hoc analyses and special projects as assigned.

Must be proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, have strategic thinking, problem-solving and decision-making skills and an advanced understanding of accounting theory, current issues and systems. CPA, excellent written and verbal communication skills and practical knowledge of nonprofit accounting are preferred. Familiarity with Microsoft Dynamics 365 is a plus.

Candidates should have a four-year degree in finance, economics or a similar field of study in addition to two to four years of fund accounting, custody, securities processing or other industry experience with basic accounting knowledge. 

Duties include maintaining supporting documents, preparing various operational reports and financial statements. Must have research, organizational and analytical skills and be proficient in Microsoft applications (requires advanced Excel skills). Candidates ideally have or are pursuing CFA certification. Experience with Power BI and Microsoft D365 is a plus.

Candidates should have a minimum of two years of experience creating comprehensive Excel worksheets, inputting detailed data into software programs, analyzing data, extracting insights and making recommendations.

Duties include detailed cycle-counting processes, reconciling inventory discrepancies, monitoring and troubleshooting inventory issues. Candidates should have excellent communication and organizational skills, and also be flexible, a self-starter and a team player. Recent experience in inputting accurate information into corporate software programs is required. Attention to detail, strong problem-solving skills and ability to manage multiple projects accurately are necessary. This is an in-person office-based position and candidates must be able to commute daily to Santa Monica, California. College degree is preferred.

Candidates must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and possess a proactive, team-
oriented attitude with a commitment to excellence. Proven experience in phone customer service and strong problem-solving skills are essential.

Computer proficiency, accurate data-entry and excellent phone customer service skills are essential. Candidates should have a team-oriented attitude with strong work ethics to succeed.

Candidates should have a four-year degree in journalism, social media or a related field. Duties include: managing the websites, email newsletters, app and social media accounts for SGI-USA Publications. This role requires a self-starter and team player who has a strong attention to detail and can thrive in a deadline-driven environment. A minimum of two years of experience is preferred. This contract full-time position can be based in either Santa Monica, California, or New York City. No remote work is available.

Ikeda Center

The Ikeda Center for Peace, Learning, and Dialogue is looking for a full-time staff accountant. Candidates should have a four-year degree in business administration, accounting or finance, plus 2+ years of professional accounting experience (CPA is a plus).

Duties include managing day-to-day financial activities (payables/receivables, general ledger, monthly reconciliations and financial statements), assisting with the annual budget process and providing regular financial reports to staff and the Board. The role also involves year-end audit preparation, financial performance analysis and supporting government filings and insurance management. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (advanced Excel) and QuickBooks Online (or willingness to learn) is required. Experience with nonprofit accounting preferred. This full-time position is based in Cambridge, Massachusetts (no remote option). Please send your resume and cover letter to hrfinance@ikedacenter.org. No phone calls, please.

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