Finance Coordinator

Finance & Economy

Overview

Coordinate financial activities and reports for a non-profit organization

You have:

• Formal accounting or bookkeeping training and/or coursework required; 4-year degree in related field strongly preferred
• 2 + years professional work experience with accounting and bookkeeping procedures and standards
• Previous non-profit agency / grant-funded environment experience strongly preferred
• High degree of professional integrity; ability and commitment to maintain confidentiality of sensitive data
• Solid organizational skills: detail-oriented, ability to multi-task, set priorities, and meet deadlines
• Ability to work independently, be flexible and work well under pressure in a fast-paced team environment
• Excellent communication, analysis and negotiation skills, availability to work with a variety of stakeholders
• Prior knowledge of donor regulations preferred
• Good interpersonal skills: ability to work effectively in a multi-cultural environment
• Solid Computer skills: MS Word, Excel, other financial related software strongly preferred
• Reliable transportation is required as some light travel for mailing and other admin tasks are needed

Job Description

Job Overview: CEO is a subsidiary of the International Rescue Committee and a non-profit financial institution that offers accessible, small-dollar consumer and microenterprise loans primarily through partnerships with community-based organizations that serve refugees, immigrants and other traditionally underserved populations.

The Finance Coordinator is a new positioned based in CEO’s San Diego office, with primary responsibility for providing essential accounting functions related to accounts payable and accounts receivable, monthly and quarterly reconciliations, state registrations and various internal and external reports. This will include assisting with the collection and processing of CEO’s financial data to provide management, donors, grantors, creditors, and others with timely, accurate and understandable information. This is a full-time, exempt position reporting directly to the Senior Finance Manager.

Major Responsibilities:

- Ensure office and donor compliance with CEO’s accounting policies vis-à-vis fund accounting as noted in CEO’s finance manual and generally accepted accounting principles and donor requirements - Maintain Quickbooks accounting system; make journal entries, conduct reconciliation, ensure security and integrity of financial data. - Support the day-to-day financial activities including daily tasks such as payment review, AP activities, AR reporting/invoicing, etc. - Ensure timely submission of high-quality finance reports working closely with management, programs and finance teams - Review all accounting transactions to ensure proper coding, complete month-end/year-end closing tasks and variance analysis as needed - Assist in the preparation of financial reports to be submitted to CEO or donors per scheduled due dates and/or contractual obligations - Support in maintaining state registrations and lending licenses; prepare reports, monitor due dates and help ensure compliance with relevant regulations in each state where CEO operates. - Coordinate the protection of the organization’s assets by implementing CEO’s Internal Control procedures - Serve as back up to Senior Finance Manager for key day to day duties - Other related duties as assigned

Job Requirements:

- Formal accounting or bookkeeping training and/or coursework required; 4-year degree in related field strongly preferred

- 2 + years professional work experience with accounting and bookkeeping procedures and standards - Previous non-profit agency / grant-funded environment experience strongly preferred - High degree of professional integrity; ability and commitment to maintain confidentiality of sensitive data - Solid organizational skills: detail-oriented, ability to multi-task, set priorities, and meet deadlines - Ability to work independently, be flexible and work well under pressure in a fast-paced team environment - Excellent communication, analysis and negotiation skill, availability to work with a variety of stakeholders - Prior knowledge of donor regulations preferred. - Good interpersonal skills: ability to work effectively in a multi-cultural environment - Solid Computer skills: MS Word, Excel, other financial related software strongly preferred - Reliable transportation is required as some light travel for mailing and other admin tasks are needed.

Working Environment: Standard work environment; majority of the work-day at a computer terminal. The position is based at the IRC in San Diego and allows for partial remote work.

COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement****: In accordance with IRC’s duty to provide and maintain a workplace that is free of known hazards and our commitment to safeguard the health of our employees, clients, and communities, IRC requires candidates who are selected for interview to furnish proof of vaccination against COVID-19 in order to be considered for this position.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusivity****: IRC is committed to building a diverse organization and a climate of inclusivity. We strongly encourage applications from candidates who can demonstrate that they can contribute to this goal.

Equal Opportunity Employer****: We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

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Added 4 years ago - Updated 1 year ago - Source: rescue.org