Assistant Controller - Office of Finance

About IFDC

IFDC is a public international organization active in 20 countries in Africa, Asia, and America. IFDC uniquely approaches the global issues of food security and poverty by bridging the gap between research and impact, combining science-based innovations, holistic market systems development, an enabling policy environment, and strategic partnerships to assist farmers and countries to identify and scale sustainable agricultural solutions, including improved nutrient use efficiency. These approaches are needed to boost soil health and crop productivity while reducing the environmental impact of fertilizer use. IFDC translates research into action by using locally driven, environmentally sound, and impact-oriented solutions. With our partners, we seek to close the yield gap, eradicate global hunger, safeguard the soil on which our lives depend, and generate economic resilience for farming households and the countries in which they live.  

Responsibilities

• Train and guide finance staff across IFDC offices in the efficient use of accounting systems and procedures (e.g., NetSuite);
• Ensure timely and efficient monthly accounting closures by preparing reconciliations, reviewing journal entries, and maintaining accurate financial records;
• Work closely with the Global Finance Director, finance team, and program teams to provide financial insights and support program implementation;
• Assist in implementing, monitoring, and improving internal control procedures to safeguard organizational assets and ensure financial data integrity;
• Manage and monitor accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance with internal policies;
• Support adherence to donor-specific and regulatory financial requirements, including U.S., EU, and other international standards;
• Prepare audit schedules, gather documentation, and support annual audits and donor-specific financial reviews;
• Assist with other finance-related tasks and initiatives as assigned by the Global Finance Director.

Requirements

• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in accounting or finance;
• Extensive hands-on experience with NetSuite or similar enterprise-level accounting software;
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required; Master’s degree or CPA is a plus;
• Prior experience working in a non-profit or international organization is strongly preferred;
• Proven experience managing and mentoring professional finance staff.

Reporting and Work Relationships

This position reports to the Global Finance Director.

Location

This is a national recruitment with an duty station at the IFDC office based in Muscle Shoals, AL. Position may be hybrid, but have the ability to travel to Muscle Shoals, AL on a routine basis.

Benefits

IFDC's benefits include annual and sick leave, health, dental, vision and group life insurance coverage, social security and pension contribution in compliance with local laws.

Salary Clause

The salary grade for this position is BG10 with a minimum annual starting salary of USD 82,850.

The determination of new employee salaries takes into account various factors. These include the salary range linked to the assigned job grade, the candidate's qualifications in relation to the job's responsibilities and prerequisites, internal fairness, the competitive state of the job market, as well as potential organizational and budgetary considerations.

Diversity Clause

IFDC is committed to fostering a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We believe in the value of bringing together people with a broad range of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. All employment decisions at IFDC are made on the basis of ability, performance, and organizational need, in alignment with our values of fairness, respect, and opportunity for all.