Finance Supervisor

International Rescue Committee•Atlanta, GA

1d•$53,270 - $61,560

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 Supervisor is a core member of the GA/FL Finance team, responsible for supporting key accounting functions with a primary focus on monthly and quarterly donor invoicing. The role ensures invoices are accurate, timely, and fully aligned with donor and IRC HQ requirements. In addition, the Finance Supervisor supports accounts payable, accounts receivable, and month-end and quarter-end close activities, while maintaining strong coordination with HQ, donors, and program managers to deliver high-quality financial results. Job Overview Under the supervision of the Finance Director, the Finance Supervisor works closely with the Budget & Planning team and supervises the finance team’s day-to-day fiscal activities. The role provides fiscal guidance and support to program staff and supervisors to ensure compliance with funder requirements and IRC internal controls. The Finance Supervisor maintains effective coordination with HQ, donors, and program managers to ensure accurate financial reporting and strong financial stewardship.

Requirements

Completion of at least two professional or college-level accounting or bookkeeping courses required; a four-year degree in accounting, finance, or a related field strongly preferred.
Minimum of three (3) years of professional experience applying accounting and bookkeeping procedures and standards.
At least one (1) year of formal staff supervision experience.
Demonstrated professional integrity and a strong commitment to maintaining the confidentiality of sensitive financial and personnel data.
Strong organizational and time-management skills, with attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
Ability to work independently, adapt to changing priorities, and perform effectively under pressure in a fast-paced team environment.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a diverse, multicultural workplace.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and other financial or accounting software; advanced Excel skills strongly preferred.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in a nonprofit or grant-funded environment strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Support day-to-day financial operations, including payment review, accounts payable activities, accounts receivable reporting and invoicing, CIK transactions, and other routine finance tasks.
Oversee office month-end and year-end closing activities, ensuring timely and accurate completion in accordance with IRC policies.
Assist in the preparation and submission of financial reports and donor invoices in line with scheduled due dates and contractual obligations.
Prepare, review, and submit monthly and quarterly donor invoices in collaboration with the Budget and Grants teams, ensuring alignment with donor requirements and internal reporting standards.
Review all accounting transactions, including credit card transactions and purchase orders, to ensure accurate coding and timely processing prior to month-end close; conduct variance analysis as needed.
Direct and supervise assigned finance staff by organizing workloads, assigning responsibilities, and providing day-to-day guidance; perform supervisory duties including objective setting, performance reviews, training, and coaching in accordance with IRC policies and procedures.
Support the Budget & Planning Manager and Finance Director in ensuring compliance with funders’ requirements and IRC internal controls.
Work collaboratively with program leads and staff by responding to finance-related inquiries and providing guidance, in coordination with the Finance Director, to ensure fiscal rules and regulations are observed.
Lead or support quarterly internal audit reviews to ensure compliance with IRC policies and donor requirements.
Participate in the annual budgeting process and work closely with the Budget team throughout budget development and monitoring.
Represent the Finance department in cross-departmental initiatives by building and maintaining strong working relationships with relevant internal stakeholders.
Perform other related 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.