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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.

We are recruiting to fill the position of:

Job Title: Accounts Payable Accountant

Location: Nigeria

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.

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 a minimum of 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.

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  • Job City Kenya, Rwanda, Ethiopia, Uganda, Ghana, Nigeria, Senegal
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Mastercard Foundation is a global foundation based in Toronto, Canada. Our programs promote financial inclusion and advance youth learning in Africa. The Foundation was established in 2006 through the generosity of Mastercard when it became a public company. From inception, the Foundation was designed to be a separate entity and independent from Mastercard. Our policies, operations and funding decisions are made by our President and Board of Directors.

The Foundation believes that youth employment is key to unlocking prosperity, both for youth and their societies. By enabling young women and men from disadvantaged communities to secure and sustain decent work, we will enable tangible and intrinsic improvements to their well-being. By 2030, we want to see an Africa where young people, particularly young women, have decent and fulfilling work. Where everyone can acquire the education and skills they need to find meaningful work and contribute to their societies. Where everyone is financially included and has access to relevant, affordable, and local financial services that they need to manage their daily lives, grow their businesses, and achieve their dreams. Most importantly, we want to see an Africa with a thriving private sector and where governments address the needs of their populations through well-designed and implemented policies and programs, and where the continent is self-reliant and driving its own development.

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0 USD Kenya, Rwanda, Ethiopia, Uganda, Ghana, Nigeria, Senegal CF 3201 Abc road Full Time , 40 hours per week 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.

We are recruiting to fill the position of:Job Title: Accounts Payable AccountantLocation: Nigeria

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.

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 a minimum of 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.
2021-06-24

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