Senior Accountant (Sr. Accounting Coordinator) at Physicians for Human Rights (PHR)
Senior Accountant (Sr. Accounting Coordinator)
Physicians for Human Rights (PHR), which shared in the Nobel
Peace Prize in 1997, is a U.S.-based international advocacy organization
working at the intersection of medicine, science, and law. With a global
network of thousands of medical, scientific, and legal experts, PHR uses the
power of medical and scientific evidence to document violations of human rights
and humanitarian law, prevent abuses, protect survivors, and promote justice
and universal human rights for all.
Building upon its highly respected place in the field, and
supported by a committed and talented team, PHR seeks a Senior
Accountant.
Work Authorization: Applicants must be
authorized to work in Kenya
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Reports to: Controller (U.S.-based)
Organizational Overview
Physicians for Human Rights was founded in 1986 by five
physicians who were united in the belief that health professionals, with their
specialized skills, ethical duties, and credible voices, are uniquely
positioned to prevent harm and promote respect for human rights. Since its
founding, PHR has built a long and distinguished record of accomplishment by
conducting groundbreaking investigations and advocacy, in concert with
strategic partners.
PHR’s approach includes extensive documentation of the use
of illegal and inhumane weapons in armed conflicts, attacks on civilians, and
the physical and psychological impacts of torture and sexual violence as a
weapon of war. Other core activities include protecting the rights of those
seeking asylum in the United States, the human rights implications of the
COVID-19 pandemic, and halting attacks on medical facilities and frontline
health professionals.
Role Description
We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Senior
Accountant to join our Kenya office. This role will take a lead position in
managing audits, preparing financial reports, and ensuring compliance with U.S.
nonprofit accounting standards. The Senior Accountant will work closely work
with the U.S. Controller and play a critical role in supporting both U.S. and
Kenya financial operations. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience
in Sage Intacct and Bill.com, be confident working independently, and have a
strong background in nonprofit financial reporting, compliance and U.S. GAAP.
Work hours will closely mirror US-Eastern Standard Time.
Responsibilities
- Book
payroll, benefits, investment transactions, and perform credit card
reconciliations
- Process
Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable transactions, including the
generation and tracking of invoices.
- Process
payments in Bill.com, including check payments, ACH, and wire transfer
payments.
- Reconcile
monthly bank, prepaid, fixed asset, and accrued expense accounts
- Manage
the Kenya annual financial audit, coordinating directly with external
auditors under Controller’s oversight
- Prepare
all audit schedules for the U.S. entity and provide support during the
annual audit process.
- Ensure
accurate and timely filing of U.S. 1099 forms and related compliance
requirements.
- With
the Controller, conduct new and ongoing training departments related using
the accounting systems and support local and regionally based staff on
updates in financial policies.
- Update
Chart of Accounts in Sage Intacct and Bill.com.
- Assist
for completion of annual Form 990.
- Maintain
departmental records and systems.
- Other
duties as assigned.
Qualifications and Skills of the Ideal Candidate
- Bachelor’s
degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- Minimum
of 5 years of accounting experience, strong understanding to U.S.
Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
required.
- Proficiency
in accounting software, Sage Intacct, Bill.com and Spend and Expense prior
experience required.
- Strong
analytical skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent
communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Experience
with U.S. non-profit accounting standards, IRS Form 990 and 1099
preparation required.
- Prior
involvement in U.S. and Kenya financial non-profit audits.
- Knowledge
of donor revenue reconciliation processes.
Salary and Benefits
This is a full-time position located in Nairobi, Kenya, with
a hybrid work model. The work hours will closely mirror U.S.-Eastern Standard
Time. Salary range is $20,000 – $22,000 USD and is commensurate with
experience. PHR offers comprehensive employer-paid benefits, including medical,
dental, disability, and life insurance, a retirement savings plan, and generous
vacation.
How to Apply
Please email cover letter and resume to resumes@phr.org. Please
include the job title of the position you are applying for in the subject line
of your email and where you saw this job posting in the email body. Application
deadline is October 17, 2025. Due to the high volume of applications, only
candidates selected to move forward in the process will be contacted.