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Senior Accountant
Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts, Inc.
New York, New York

JOB DESCRIPTION: Reporting to the Project Controller, this position is responsible for maintaining the accounting records including general ledger as well as internal controls in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles. This position is also responsible for overseeing the junior accounting staff, maintenance of accounting work papers and preparation of the monthly financial statements. In addition this position assists the Project Controller in the preparation of yearly audited financial statement, Board of Director and Audit Committee presentations as well as other special projects. Specific responsibilities include:

Manage the monthly invoice requisition, constituent funding requests and vendor payment process

Maintenance of general ledger accounts

Prepare monthly financial statements

Prepare reconciliation of intra-company accounts with constituent organizations

Maintain accounting work paper analysis for quarterly review by the Project Controller

Prepare account analysis work papers for annual audit.

Maintain project budget

Prepare project cash flow projections

Prepare and file annual 1099 documents and information tax return

Work in conjunction with accounting consultant in preparation and filing of 990 Tax Return

Monitor compliance with established accounting policies and procedures

Oversee and manage the activities of the junior accountants (invoice coding , cost allocations)

Assist Project Controller in preparation of presentations for the Board of Directors, Audit Committee and CFOs of the various constituent organizations

Assist Project Controller in other special projects as needed

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, public accounting experience helpful but not required

5+ years experience in accounting and budgeting, preferably as project accountant at a construction company or construction management company

Proven ability to multitask in a fast paced environment and the ability to adapt rapidly to changing demands.

Advance Excel skills, proficiency in Word.

Experience with Timberline, Prologue or similar project management software packages

TO APPLY: Please send cover letter, resume and salary requirements to: Human Resources, 70 Lincoln Center Plaza, New York, NY 10023; email: humanresources@lincolncenter.org. EOE.

USO, a non-profit organization serving military members and their families, is actively recruiting for a dynamic, hands-on relationship builder to fill the position of Country Director, Korea. The successful candidate will ensure the delivery of programs and services to active military and family members. This high-profile role will be based in Seoul, Korea.

Primary responsibilities include oversight of delivery of programs and services at all Country Centers and facilities; assessment of program and service expansion; financial management to include budget planning and monitoring; development activity to include fundraising and special events; relationship management with key military and USO Advisory Councils and management of USO staff in the Region.

This position requires a four-year degree with an emphasis on business/accounting; a minimum of five years of management and supervisory experience; strong interpersonal and relationship building skills; excellent oral and written communication skills, including public speaking skills; familiarity with the Korean language and culture a plus; previous experience with service oriented non-profits a plus. The availability for extensive travel within Korea and U.S. travel is essential.

The USO offers a competitive compensation package.

EOE/AA.

For more information on USO, visit www.uso.org.
How to Apply:
For immediate consideration please submit cover letter, including salary history, and resume to Attn: Country Director, Korea, jobs@uso.org or fax to Human Resources, 703-908-6420.

Education: Bachelor (BA, BS, etc.)
Location: Seoul, Korea (South)
Job Category: Fundraising & Development, Management
Language(s): English
Job posted on: March 3, 2008
Area of Focus: Foundations, Fundraising, and Philanthropy
Type: Full time
Last day to apply: April 2, 2008
Last updated: March 4, 2008

AVRDC-The World Vegetable Center and the Australian Centre for International Agricultural Research (ACIAR) are implementing a four-year project: Integrated Crop Management Package for Sustainable Smallholder Gardens in Solomon Islands. The project will involve researchers and development specialists in the disciplines of crop and soil management, socio-economics, extension, plant protection and plant breeding from AVRDC, ACIAR, NSW-DPI, Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (MAL), and local NGOs. The goal of the project is to increase the economic status and potential income generation opportunities of Solomon Islanders by developing and promoting integrated and improved crop management packages for smallholder vegetable gardens. A Project Site Coordinator will be recruited to provide coordination and facilitation for the project in the Solomon Islands.

Major responsibilities:
• Provide overall coordination of various project activities in three provinces of the Solomon Islands;
• Establish and maintain effective communication links between project team members, community contacts, and farmers in the implementation of farm surveys, field/on-farm research and demonstration trials, and participatory development activities;
• Assist the project socio-economist in organizing and conducting participatory rural appraisal and baseline surveys;
• Provide leadership in coordinating and establishing farmer participatory research and on-farm trials evaluating new vegetable varieties and low-input crop-soil management practices including integrated pest management technologies;
• Organize and coordinate training workshops to build up and strengthen the capacity of local partners in carrying out research and extension activities for smallholder vegetable gardens;
• Develop training extension documents, materials and programs in coordination with project team members;
• Prepare reports, publications, and presentations, as needed, for donors, project beneficiaries, and team members;
• Assist scientists in the preparation of training materials and programs;
Additional Qualifications:

Qualifications:
• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in agriculture, horticulture, agronomy, soils, agricultural economics, extension or related field
• Extensive experience and demonstrated competence in project management, participatory research and farmer community development
• Fluency in written and spoken English, knowledge of the local Pidgin English is desirable,
• Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment
• Technical proficiency in socio-economics or agricultural extension activities
• Experience in one or more of the project’s other key disciplines - vegetable crop and soil management; plant pathology, plant protection, plant breeding or socio-economics would be an advantage
• Applicants who are residents or citizens of the Solomon Islands are preferred.

Appointment: The incumbent will be based in Honiara, Solomon Islands. The initial appointment is for one year with possibility of annual re-appointments. Salary and perquisites are commensurate with qualifications and experience.

How to Apply:
Application: Submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, names and contact addresses (phone number and e-mail) of three referees, and a letter highlighting relevant work experience, including a statement explaining your interest in working for AVRDC. Send to: Dr. Manuel C. Palada, Project Leader, AVRDC, P.O. Box 42, Shanhua, Tainan 74199, Taiwan; e-mail: mpalada@avrdc.org; Fax: 886-6-583-0009.


Education: Bachelor (BA, BS, etc.)
Location: Shanhua, Tainan, Taiwan, 74199, Taiwan
Posted by: AVRDC - the World Vegetable Center
Job Category: Gardening, Project management, Research
Language(s): English
Job posted on: March 3, 2008
Area of Focus: Farming and Agriculture, Research and Science, Rural Issues, Social Enterprise and Economic Development
Type: Full time
Last day to apply: March 31, 2008
Last updated: March 3, 2008

Telecom billing Associate

Are you looking for a winning company with a culture of opportunity? Would you like to use their knowledge to the difference in a rapidly evolving environment? TriZetto is the largest company dedicated to providing information technology for health insurance paid by the industry. We are innovative industry leader that helps our customers respond to the rapid development and dynamism, such as consumer directed health care and the growing Medicare and Medicaid markets. Addressing more than 35% of the U.S. insured population, TriZetto provides a broad range of premier information technology solutions that improve our clients increase revenues, drive their administrative efficiency and improve the cost and quality of care for its members.

We recognize that our employees are our greatest asset, and each will have a long, successful career at TriZetto. Thus, we offer a range of educational and career development opportunities, and believe in a healthy balance between work and family life. TriZetto provides a paid vacation and sick time, personal days and vacation time. Additional benefits include the company's medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability, flexible spending accounts, education reimbursement and 401 (K) plan.

The main duties include, but are not limited to:

• Review process and approve payment of telecommunications Local Exchange Carrier (LEC) and Long Distance (LD) using invoices Telecom Expense Management (TEM) application for review and inventory.
• Interface to the second division (NASCE) assure that the bills are paid correctly and on time.
• Monitor telecommunications LEC and LD actual costs of the planned (budgeted) costs and the difference.
• Research billing payment history, credit and debit reconciled monthly LEC and LD charges.
• Perform analysis of active contract rates against the billing rates to make recommendations to senior management.
• Monitoring, evaluation and analysis of the cost of telecommunications; Work with LEC, and LD carriers for the restoration of overstatement, to avoid unnecessary burden and reduce telecommunications costs.
• Interaction with suppliers on Telecom billing problems and maintain good business relations with suppliers.
• maintain accurate expense tracking, delivery and inventory (TEM) databases.
• Creation and distribution of LEC and LD expense reports.
• Provide Cost center managers to interpret, evaluate and coordinate their LEC and LD costs.

Qualifications:

• 2 years in the service of the customer or client account management role, preferably in the field of telecommunications for a major telecommunications carrier.
• BS in information technology, business administration, finance or related degree.
• 2 years of previous experience in telecommunications billing review and analysis.
• Experience with Telecom Expense Management (TEM) is a plus.
• Good understanding of telecommunications contracts, telecommunications costs (LEC, LD, T1, etc.) and telecommunication price / cost analysis.
• Telecom RFP, negotiate contracts and compliance with the contract, plus experience.
• Must be a master computer, particularly with developed skills Excel.
• Excellent interpersonal communication and time management skills
• the opportunity to work with minimal instruction in high volume, fast pace environment
• High level of initiative with the creative problem-solving skills.

We are seeking a Diversity Officer to work in the Human Resources Department (HRD).

Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:

Under the general direction of the Diversity Advisor, and working with a broad range of stakeholders (including management, department managers, HR staff, the Staff Association Committee, consultants, and colleagues in other international institutions), the incumbent will assist the HR department, and other Fund departments, on the full spectrum of Diversity issues.

Specific duties include, but are not limited to:
• Develop and deliver training programs and workshops, on a range of Diversity topics.
• Provide support for the Diversity Council. This includes undertaking research, preparing reports and presentations, and providing secretariat support.
• Manage departmental Diversity Reference Groups (DRGs). Assist DRGs in developing and implementing the Diversity work programs for their respective departments.
• Assist in the design and implementation of systems to monitor, measure and evaluate the progress and effectiveness of Diversity initiatives, including the implementation of a Diversity Scorecard.
• Contribute to the Annual Diversity Report. This includes undertaking research, analysis, drafting and editing.
• Research, analyze, and review Diversity-related information, trends, and proposals, and contribute to Diversity related projects.
• Facilitate the development and implementation of an interim structure for addressing discrimination cases before they become formal grievances.
• Contribute to the development of the Fund's Diversity Strategy, and the design and implementation of policies and initiatives, to meet the Fund's Diversity objectives.
• Monitor and assess work related to the Diversity strategy, and identify necessary adjustments.
• Manage the Diversity Office's, and Diversity Council's websites, and the Diversity email box.


Qualifications:

The successful candidate will have:
• In-depth knowledge and expertise in Diversity, and demonstrated experience in the design and delivery of Diversity training.
• Excellent written, oral and interpersonal communication skills, and an ability to interact effectively with a broad range of stakeholders at all levels.
• Sound judgment and utmost discretion.
• Strong research and analytical skills.
• An ability to work independently, and in collaboration with a variety of stakeholders, to manage multiple projects simultaneously, and under time pressure.
• Knowledge in electronic communications, information management practices and technology, and document management.


Educational Requirements:

Candidate should have an advanced university degree, in the areas of Human Resource Management, Organizational Development, Industrial Psychology, Psychology, or a related field, supplemented by a minimum of six years of relevant, progressively responsible work experience, including at least five years experience in Diversity related work.

This is a two-year contractual appointment.

To Apply:

-Click here to apply Online
-PDF application form

Candidates meeting the qualifications are invited to apply online by March 31, 2008. Vacancy No. R08645A