Finance Coordinator

International Rescue Committee•San Diego, CA

20h•Onsite

About The Position

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is one of the world's largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations (INGO), at work in more than 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities. A force for humanity, IRC employees deliver lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions. If you're a solutions-driven, passionate change-maker, come join us in positively impacting the lives of millions of people world-wide for a better future. The Finance Coordinator is a member of the San Diego Finance team and is responsible for essential accounting functions related to accounts payable and accounts receivable, budget versus actual tracking for the Statewide Family Support Coordinator (SFSC) grant funded by the California Department of Social Services (CDSS).

Requirements

Formal accounting or bookkeeping training and/or coursework required
3 + years professional work experience with accounting and bookkeeping procedures and standards
Strong commitment to ensuring the success of the IRC mission while adhering to the values of service, accountability, integrity, and equality as defined in the IRC Way
Solid computer-based accounting skills, including spreadsheets and other financial related software programs
Proficient in general office software programs like MS Word, Excel, email, and internet
Proven track record to work as a team member in a cross-cultural environment
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to prioritize and manage time effectively
Ability to optimally work with remote teams through telephone, email, videoconference, and other methods of correspondence
Fluency in English, written and spoken

Nice To Haves

4-year degree in related field strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Ensure compliance with IRC’s accounting policies and procedures, as well as generally accepted accounting principles and donor requirements, for both the office and donors.
Support daily financial activities for the SFSC project: Review and post invoice journals; Resolve journal discrepancies and report to supervisor for advice as necessary.
Review subgrantee’s invoices and supporting documents to ensure accuracy and cost eligibility and process payments.
Verify funder’s reimbursements, reconcile payments with invoices, and record accurately to the accounting system.
Prepare grant expenditure reports for manager’s review and submission. Investigate variances and report to supervisor for direction.
Build and maintain a comprehensive understanding of donor policies, regulations, and procedures, and share this knowledge with the programs team.
Serve as back-up to Finance Manager for key day-to-day duties.
Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

10 sick days
10 US holidays
20-25 paid time off days depending on role and tenure
medical insurance starting at $163 per month
dental starting at $6.50 per month
vision starting at $5 per month
FSA for healthcare and commuter costs
a 403b retirement savings plans with immediately vested matching
disability & life insurance
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.