World Health Partners (WHP) is a fast-growing international nonprofit organization that provides health and reproductive health services in low-income countries by harnessing local market forces to work for the poor. Leveraging existing social and economic infrastructure, we utilize the latest advances in communication, diagnostic and medical technology to establish large scale, cost-effective health service networks. We focus on serving rural and other especially vulnerable communities. We currently have operations in India and Kenya with a small US fundraising and administrative office. Among our largest donors are The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, The Skoll Foundation and Merck for Mothers.
World Health Partners is a US tax exempt 501(c)(3) public charity organization and a Indian non-profit Society registered under the Societies Registration Act 1860. WHP is operationally headquartered in New Delhi, India.
Job DescriptionWorld Health Partners is seeking a full-time Controller based in New Delhi, India. If you are looking for a position to foster your career, the Controller position has opportunities for personal and professional growth in an organization which is growing 100% per year. WHP is slated to grow into multiple countries and expand its funding base over the next few years. The ideal candidate would be motivated by WHP’s mission, self-motivated, flexible, can think and problem solve outside of the box, and have extensive experience in accounting for non-profit organizations with international field offices.
Responsibilities
- Manages the consolidated financial accounts of WHP according to US GAAP.
- Responsible for a strong system of global internal controls and processes.
- Mentor, motivate and manage the accountant.
- Budget creation and management.
- Cash flow management.
- Liaisons with Paychex to ensure payroll is processed correctly.
- Preparation of reports and analysis for donors, field offices, management, and the Board of Directors.
- Ensure timely and accurate internal and external reporting.
- Going the extra mile to provide superior customer service to the field offices
- Oversee Human Resource functions such as 401k, new employee on-boarding, etc.
Tasks
- Critically review and close the books each month.
- Analyze monthly field reports.
- Prepare a monthly financial packet including financial statements, budget vs actuals by project and donor, and financial analysis.
- Manage the cash flow and cash management. Review and process fund requests from the field.
- Prepare an annual financial package for the Board.
- Preparation of budgets and financial narratives for proposals.
- Submit city and state filings.
- Facilitate and manage the consolidated audit.
- Monitor and maintain the Chart of Accounts.
- Support the President and Vice President and field offices with analysis and their requests as needed.
- One-off donor requests.
Must have:
- BS in business related field or equivalent and 10 years experience in accounting and financial analysis to include 5 years supervisory or management experience. CPA preferred.
- Minimum three years experience as a Controller in non-profit or social enterprise accounting with international field offices.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Experience creating systems and controls in a growth environment, particularly in South Asia and Sub-Saharan Africa.
- Demonstrated ability to plan ahead, prioritize between multiple tasks, timetable agreed activities and meet deadlines.
- recent experience accounting for institutional donor, private foundation and government- funded projects.
- Ability to take calls in the evening or early morning with field offices.
- Proficient knowledge of Excel formulas and macros.
- Great attention to detail as well as being able to see think strategically at 10,000 feet.
- Standard of excellence in internal and external customer service
- Ability to drive process and change management, always looking for how things can be improved
- Team player who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment
- A hands-on, pro-active working style
Nice-to-have:
- Experience with Intacct accounting software
- Hindi or Swahili spoken language
- Experience working or living in India or Africa.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Skills Required
- BS in business related field or equivalent and 10 years experience in accounting and financial analysis including 5 years supervisory or management experience
- Minimum three years experience as a Controller in non-profit or social enterprise accounting with international field offices
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Experience creating systems and controls in a growth environment, particularly in South Asia and Sub-Saharan Africa
- Demonstrated ability to plan ahead, prioritize multiple tasks, timetable activities and meet deadlines
- Recent experience accounting for institutional donor, private foundation and government-funded projects
- Ability to take calls in the evening or early morning with field offices
- Proficient knowledge of Excel formulas and macros
- Great attention to detail and ability to think strategically
- Standard of excellence in internal and external customer service
- Ability to drive process and change management
- Team player who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment
- Hands-on, pro-active working style
- CPA
- Experience with Intacct accounting software
- Hindi or Swahili language skills
- Experience working or living in India or Africa
What We Do
World Health Partners is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to delivering scalable primary and reproductive health services, education, and livelihood support to underserved communities in developing countries, with a significant focus on rural India. By combining social and economic infrastructure with advanced communication, diagnostic, and medical technology, they establish cost-effective health service networks and create viable markets for healthcare services among the most vulnerable populations.
