Finance Manager

Founded in 1933, the IRC is a leading nonsectarian, voluntary organization providing relief, protection and resettlement services for refugees and victims of oppression or violent conflict. The IRC in Denver opened in 2016 to provide reception and placement services to newly arrived refugees. The office is slated to resettle approximately 200-250 refugees per year and is expanding to provide numerous additional program services that will assist refugees with resettlement and integration, from arrival through citizenship.

SCOPE OF WORK:

The Finance Manager will assist the head of Finance and Budget with implementing, control and manage the Denver field office’s accounting systems. This includes collecting and processing IRC’s financial data in order to provide budget holders, management, donors, grantors, creditors and other stakeholders with timely, accurate and understandable information. The IRC in Denver’s budget of approximately $11.5 million is expected to grow in size and complexity as new programs are developed. The Finance Manager reports to the Senior Finance and Budget Manager.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Finance

- Ensure office compliance with IRC’s accounting policies vis-à-vis fund accounting as noted in IRC’s finance manual and generally accepted accounting principles. - Monthly reconciliation of balance sheet accounts monthly. - Review all accounting transactions to ensure proper coding and enter all transactions into IRC’s accounting software. - Prepare journal entries to record HQ transactions in the regional office accounting software. - Supervises the field office’s banking arrangements. Reconciles bank account balances monthly. - Facilitate any external or internal audit. - Prepare financial reports to various donors as per contractual obligations. Submit reports to the donors after obtaining sign off from the Head of Finance and Budget/Executive Director. - Supervise the office banking arrangements. - Prepare annual and quarterly cash budgets and submit the monthly cash transfer requests. - Assist Head of Finance and Budget in preparing the office’s annual operating budget as per the HQ guidelines. - Manages time and effort reporting and online timesheets, ensuring timely submission for reporting and payroll. - Prepare “grant-specific” monthly actual to budget report. - Any other task as assigned by the Head of Finance and Budget.

Administration & Internal Controls

- Coordinate the protection of the organization’s assets by implementing IRC’s Internal Control procedures. - Review current service agreements for cost effectiveness and recommend changes as appropriate. - Maintain grant and contract files for all programs. - Directly supervise the Senior Finance Coordinator. - Develop and/or update office specific procedures to increase efficiency and effectiveness in conjunction with guidance provided by the USP Finance manual. - Assist the Head of Finance and Budget in other areas as required.

KEY WORKING RELATIONSHIPS:

Position Reports to: IRC in Denver Senior Finance Manager Position directly supervises: Senior Finance Coordinator

Indirect Reporting: N/A

Other Internal and/or external contacts:

Internal: IRC in Denver clients, staff, interns and volunteers

External: Donors including the Colorado Refugee Services Program, as well as colleague organizations refugee service providers and the broader community

REQUIREMENTS:

- Bachelor’s Degree in a related field such as accounting, business administration, non-profit management, etc. - 5+ years of directly related professional accounting experience ideal, preferably in a non-profit or social services grant-driven environment - Previous experience working with federal grants preferred; - Demonstrable solid computer-based accounting skills required, including Sun Systems, spreadsheets and various other financial software programs preferred; - Proficient in internet applications and general office software programs like MS Word, Excel and Outlook; - Proven ability to work as a team member in a cross-cultural environment; - Excellent verbal and written communication skills; - Superb organization and attention to detail; - Strong customer service orientation; - Highly flexible, with demonstrated ability to prioritize and manage time effectively; and - Ability to effectively work with HQ and other stakeholders through telephone, email and other correspondence.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

- Standard office work environment with considerable time spent at a computer terminal. - Some work outside of traditional office hours may be required on occasion.

Posted pay ranges apply to US-based candidates. Ranges are based on various factors including the labor market, job type, internal equity, and budget. Exact offers are calibrated by work location, individual candidate experience and skills relative to the defined job requirements.

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 new hires to furnish proof of vaccination against COVID-19 in order to be considered for any in-office or hybrid positions. All IRC US offices require full vaccination to attend any in-office functions (e.g., meetings, trainings).

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.

US Benefits: We offer a comprehensive and highly competitive set of benefits. In the US, these include: 10 sick days, 10 US holidays, 20-25 paid time off days depending on role and tenure, medical insurance starting at $120 per month, dental starting at $7 per month, and vision starting at $5 per month, FSA for healthcare and commuter costs, a 403b retirement savings plans with immediately vested matching, disability & life insurance, and an Employee Assistance Program which is available to our staff and their families to support counseling and care in times of crisis and mental health struggles.

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