Africa
ABOUT MASTERCARD
FOUNDATION
Mastercard Foundation seeks a world where everyone has the opportunity to learn and prosper. Through its Young Africa Works strategy and Canadian EleV program, the Foundation works with partners to ensure that millions of young people, especially young women, access quality education, financial services, and dignified work. Mastercard Foundation was established in 2006 through the generosity of Mastercard when it became a public company. The Foundation is independent with its own Board of Directors and CEO.
THE WORK AT THE
FOUNDATION
We have entered a very
exciting time at the Foundation as we scale up our operations across Africa to
realize our Young Africa Works strategy. Our role at the
Mastercard Foundation is to be a catalyst. Our Young Africa Works strategy
focuses on working with others to spur systemic change so young people have the
opportunity to find work that is dignified and fulfilling.
The Foundation has
opened offices in Rwanda, Kenya, Ghana, Senegal,
Ethiopia, Nigeria, and Uganda, building a broader leadership presence
in Africa to develop specific strategies that support youth employment.
Within a country, we work with governments, the private sector, educators and
other funders to improve the quality of education and vocational training,
prepare young people for the work force, expand access to financial services
for entrepreneurs and small businesses, and connect job seekers to dignified
and fulfilling work.
We are ambitious and
driven. Our values transcend and rise above everything else as
our guide. We encourage you to bring your bold ideas, curiosity, and
expertise to your work. We laugh at ourselves and with each other. We are a
team. Our journey together makes our impact even more meaningful.
If you are
an experienced Accounts Payable professional ready to
increase your impact, read on!
THE OPPORTUNITY
Reporting to
the Accounts Payable Lead and a valued member of the Shared
Services Team, the Accounts Payable Accountant (2) reviews
and processes multi-currency payments including electronic fund
transfers (EFT), automated clearing house (ACH) and wire
transfers in a timely manner ensuring accuracy of information
and compliance with internal
controls, policies and procedures. Ideal candidate
can meet deadlines while providing a high level of customer
service to internal and external stakeholders.
The successful candidate
will be based in any of our country offices in Africa (Kenya, Rwanda, Ethiopia,
Uganda, Ghana, Nigeria and Senegal).
WAYS YOU CAN
CONTRIBUTE
- Review and
process payments globally, including EFT, ACH and wire
transfers for payment of invoices, program
disbursements, expense reports and payroll funding ensuring
accuracy of amounts, bank account information, and vendor details.
- Process transfers to
replenish global bank accounts ensuring cash
requirements are met.
- Lead the review and follow-up of
problematic items, coordinate actions taken to eliminate
issues, or escalate as needed.
- Support internal and external
stakeholders with inquiries related to processing of bank
transfers and payments.
- Contribute to the development and
continuous improvement of processes and procedures.
WHO YOU ARE
- A diploma and/or degree in
Accounting, Business or in a related field is
required. Relevant accounting certification/designation or in
progress is highly desirable.
- You have minimum 3 – 5 years of
accounts payable and payments experience working
in a Canadian charity or foundation and/or global multi-currency
environment.
- You have solid understanding of internal
controls, accounting, and auditing principles.
- Strong analytical and critical
thinking skills.
- Excellent customer service skills.
- You are an active participant in an
environment of fast-paced growth, continuous
improvement, and teamwork.
- Keen attention to detail and ability
to meet deadlines.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
applications, specifically Outlook, Word,
Excel (intermediate/advanced), SharePoint.
- Knowledge of Great
Plains and SAP Concur considered an asset.
- Proficiency in English is required. Ability to
speak French and/or any local language(s) is an
asset.
- Flexible, adaptable, and able to execute a range
of job duties and changing priorities.
- Possess excellent verbal, written, and
presentation skills with the ability to articulate information to a
variety of constituents across all teams.
- Possess professional maturity, sensitivity with
different cultures, and impeccable integrity.
- You have a commitment to Mastercard Foundation’s
values and vision
How To Apply
Deadline for
Applications is June 23, 2021.
Mastercard Foundation
(the “Foundation”) values and respects your privacy. By submitting an
application for this opportunity, you hereby agree to the Foundation’s
collection, use and disclosure of your personal information in accordance with
its Privacy Policy (available at https://mastercardfdn.org/privacy/).
Please note that the Foundation may share your personal information with third
party agencies that support the Foundation’s recruitment activities, and
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opportunity. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the
Foundation’s Privacy Officer at the address indicated in its Privacy
Policy.
The Mastercard
Foundation values the unique skills and experiences each individual brings to
the organization and we are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive
and accessible environment for everyone.
Completion of satisfactory
business references and background checks are essential conditions of
employment.
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