Administrative Specialist (Accounting)
International Pacific Halibut Commission
- Seattle, WA
- $55,417 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
Specialist (Accounting) to assist with Secretariat administrative-accounting activities and with
other office duties as assigned.POSITION DESCRIPTION:The Administrative Specialist (Accounting) is responsible for assisting the IPHC Secretariat with
administrative services and support related to our financial activities. The Administrative Specialist
(Accounting) coordinates with internal teams, and external customers and vendors to facilitate
accounting functions. This includes verifying accounting information with other teams, following
up on invoices sent to customers, and maintaining vendor relationships. This position is also
expected to maintain accounting documentation, and facilitate meetings with our accounting
service provider for the organization. The position reports to the Administrative Coordinator.The IPHC is a public international organization and as such will consider applicants regardless of
nationality. Non-US Citizens will be issued with a G4 VISA for work in the USA.Employment date: 1 June 2024, or sooner.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: * Bachelor's Degree in related discipline;
- Computer proficiency, especially with Microsoft Office Word, Excel, and Outlook, and willingness to work with fund accounting and procurement systems used internally;
- Strong interpersonal and customer service skills;
- Flexibility, excellent interpersonal skills, priority-setting skills, and the ability to work well with all levels of internal staff, as well as outside accountants, contacts and vendors;
- Ability to prioritize and balance a shifting amount of workload in a deadline driven working environment;
- A demonstrated capacity to work with and within a diverse community;
- Attention to detail, accuracy, and excellent data entry skills;
- Ability to interpret, explain, and apply rules, regulations, and policies.
- Familiarity with audit procedures and preparation preferred;
- Familiarity with grant reporting requirements is preferred.
increases a possibility with satisfactory performance at the end of years 1 thru 4, before
transitioning to a longer increment.Benefits: The IPHC offers a highly competitive and generous benefits scheme. Benefits include
but are not limited the following.
- 100% employer paid medical coverage option.
- 100% employer and short- and long-term disability
- Employer funded health reimbursement arrangement (HRA)
accordance with our internal policies (most direct and economical means from your designated
home location to Seattle, WA, USA).APPLICATION:
Deadline: The post is open until filled; however, the first review of applications will occur on 10
April 2024.Applications must be submitted through the IPHC website at https://www.iphc.int/thecommission/
opportunities. For your application to be considered eligible, you must submit: 1) a
succinct cover letter stating your overall claims to the position against the minimum
requirements; 2) a response to the major duties and responsibilities (2 pages maximum); and
3) a curriculum vitae.The IPHC is a Public International Organization and as such we will consider applicants
regardless of nationality. Foreign nationals will be issued with a G4 visa. Relocation costs will be
offered. Due to the nature of the work and the organization, a background check is also a condition
of employment. For more information about this position, please email Secretariat@iphc.int and
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