N-26-27 Accounting Specialist

The International Potato Center (CIP) is looking for an Accounting Specialist for the Finance Department. About CIP: CIP is part of the CGIAR global research partnership committed to transforming food, land, and water systems in a climate crisis. CIP’s mission is to develop and share science-based innovations in potato, sweetpotato, and other root and tuber crops. CIP partners with organizations in over 20 countries in Africa, Asia, and Latin America to strengthen agri-food systems and provide economic, social, and nutritional benefits, especially for women and youth. We integrate social and biophysical sciences to address complex challenges in food and agriculture. For more information, please visit https://cipotato.org/about/. About the position: This position plays a key role in ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of financial information by overseeing key accounting processes, supporting the monthly and annual closing cycles, and strengthening internal controls. Act as a key point of coordination with the accounting outsourcing provider and internal stakeholders to ensure high-quality financial reporting and compliance with applicable standards and policies. Key responsibilities: · Oversee and ensure the timely and accurate execution of the monthly and year-end closing processes across all entities and regions. · Coordinate and supervise the accounting outsourcing provider, including review and validation of journal entries, reconciliations, and deliverables. · Review and analyze General Ledger accounts, ensuring accuracy, proper classification, and consistency with supporting documentation, making sure compliance with IFRS and internal policies. · Perform and supervise balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring timely resolution of reconciling items. · Monitor payroll-related accounting processes (HQ and Regions), including validation of postings, provisions, and related liabilities. · Ensure proper accounting of staff-related transactions, including timesheet postings, advances, loans, and provisions. · Identify, propose, and implement accounting adjustments, reclassifications, and write-offs when required. · Provide support during internal and external audits, including preparation of schedules, analysis, and documentation. · Coordinate with internal teams (HR, Treasury, Projects) to ensure completeness and accuracy of financial information. · Propose and implement improvements in accounting processes, controls, and documentation practices. · Comply with applicable CIP health, safety, safeguarding, and administrative policies and procedures. Requirements What are we looking for? · Bachelor’s degree in Accounting with diploma or specialization in finance topic · At least 6 years of professional experience in accounting preferably in a non-profit environment. · Proficiency in MS Office, especially in Excel. · Accounting software packages (ERP Preferable) · Excellent written and oral communication skills in English and Spanish. · Experience or strong technical knowledge in areas such as not-for-profit accounting, IFRS application, budget development and management, financial analysis, auditing, and taxation will be highly valued. Specific Competencies: · High attention to detail, accuracy, and quality orientation. · Results-driven mindset with strong problem-solving and critical thinking abilities. · Adaptability and change management skills. Benefits Why should you consider this opportunity? · CIP is a global and reputable international organization that has a strong, state-of-the-art R&D background. · CIP is dedicated to achieving food security, improving nutrition and well-being, and gender equity for poor people in roots, tubers farming and food systems in the developing world. · CIP is a member of the CGIAR, a global partnership that unites international organizations engaged in research about food security. CGIAR research aims to reduce rural poverty, increase food security, improve human health and nutrition, and sustainable management of natural resources. What are we offering? · 1-year contract with the possibility of renewal based on performance. · Compensation package commensurate with experience. · Excellent working environment. · Work in an equal and diverse workplace. How to apply? Please visit the following link: http://cipotato.org/open-vacancies/ to submit your cover letter and a full C.V. along with your references (preferable recent supervisors). Internal candidates are welcome and encouraged to apply for this job opportunity. Nevertheless, we highly encourage all interested candidates to participate in this exciting and competitive process. The deadline for the receipt of applications is June 11, 2026. This position WILL NOT have contact with children or vulnerable adults. We look forward to receiving applications from individuals with disabilities who are willing to contribute their talents and skills to our team. If you require specific accommodations for the selection process due to a disability, please do not hesitate to inform us. Learn more about CIP by accessing our web site at http://www.cipotato.org CIP is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified women and professionals from developing countries are particularly encouraged to apply.