Finance Operations Associate (Temporary)

HR Anew • Alexandria, VA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Finance Operations Associate provides targeted, part-time support to the Finance team during peak processing periods. The role supports increased donor activity, pledge volume, payment processing, and related data needs while helping protect data accuracy, reduce processing backlogs, and allow Finance staff to focus on financial reporting, audit preparation, grant compliance, analysis, and other priority work.

This temporary position performs detailed pledge processing, payment and deposit review, account coordination, data entry, and records support. The role works closely with Finance and Development staff to verify information, identify discrepancies or irregularities, maintain current and accurate account information, and support consistent processing practices. The position requires prior experience in detail-oriented financial, donor, payment, or administrative processing, along with the ability to learn established procedures quickly, complete assigned work accurately, and work with limited day-to-day supervision after initial orientation to CHC systems and workflows.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of experience in finance, accounting, donor processing, payment processing, accounts receivable, cash receipts, data entry, or similar administrative operations.
• Experience identifying and resolving discrepancies, incomplete information, or processing errors with limited supervision.
• Demonstrated experience performing accurate, high-volume data entry and maintaining detailed financial or transactional records.
• Experience working independently with spreadsheets, structured data, and established processing procedures.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Proficiency with spreadsheet tools and accurate data entry.
• Ability to learn and use organizational databases, donor records systems, account portals, and other tools required for assigned processing activities.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree or coursework in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Support accurate and timely processing of donor pledges, payments, deposits, and related financial records during peak processing periods.
• Enter, verify, and reconcile pledge and payment information across donor databases, spreadsheets, and other organizational systems.
• Review pledge forms, payment documentation, and account information to ensure accuracy, completeness, and proper fund allocation.
• Monitor payment activity, identify discrepancies or irregularities, and promptly communicate concerns to Finance leadership for resolution.
• Coordinate with Finance, Development, and account owners to clarify information, resolve processing issues, and maintain accurate account records.
• Maintain organized financial and donor documentation while following established procedures for data integrity, confidentiality, and record retention.
• Manage assigned processing tasks within established timelines to minimize backlogs and support efficient Finance operations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED