Grants Accountant

The Immigrant and Refugee Community Organization•Maywood Park, OR

8d•$52,488•Hybrid

About The Position

The Immigrant and Refugee Community Organization (IRCO) is a non-profit organization established in 1976 to serve immigrants, refugees, and the broader community in Portland, Oregon. Our mission is to welcome, serve and empower refugees, immigrants and people across cultures and generations to reach their full potential. Find out more at www.irco.org. This job announcement is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed in this job. This is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Program Summary The Finance team manages all aspects of the financial operations in the organization, ensuring IRCO’s financial health, transparency, and sustainability. The team is comprised of three areas: Accounting, Budgets, and Awards. Core functions of the team include recording financial transactions, creating financial reports for both funders and managers, and assisting managers in the interpretation of those reports. With an annual budget of more than $60 million, drawn from a complex array of funding streams and a workforce and client base from around the world, we are a non-profit leader with a long stable history of financial accountability and excellence. Position Summary The position is a blended position with Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable responsibilities. The Grants Accountant is responsible for a portfolio of invoices and a category of expense payments. The work includes maintaining detailed records and providing information for external and internal stakeholders. The successful Grants Accountant will be detail-oriented, communicative, community focused, and enjoy contributing to a healthy workplace environment for all employees in support of IRCO’s mission.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Business or similar combination of education and experience
Two years’ experience in accounting, preferably in a nonprofit organization
Knowledge of the principles and practices of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) accounting
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Must be proficient in the English language
Oral and written communication skills commensurate with the needs of the position
Experience/proficient in Management Information Package (MIP), Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, and a variety of software packages
Respectful cross-context service; demonstrated skill in understanding variation in community norms
Successful experience in accounting, with integrated computerized accounting systems
Experience and knowledge of State and Federal regulations and related laws

Nice To Haves

Experience in Accounts Receivables and Accounts Payables
Knowledge of automated accounting systems and capability to assemble, review, and maintain accounting, budget, or financial transactions
Strong computer skills including proficiency in the use of financial software (MIP preferred), Excel and related software applications
Strong communication skills in a multilingual, multibackground organization
Strong ability to work with multibackground staff in a team setting
Ability to use initiative and judgment with competing tasks and responsibilities
Ability to function in a positive manner in a demanding work environment, to demonstrate a high degree of flexibility, to respond to priorities and schedules that change frequently, and to meet commitments

Responsibilities

Prepare invoices and reports as directed by funder requirements and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) standards
Reconcile balances for accounts receivable, aging and collection reports
Respond to funder requests for supporting documents
Maintain communication with program managers regarding outstanding receivables
Monitor accounts receivables variances in collaboration with budget analysts and program management
Prepare payments for a certain category of expenses
Other tasks within the accounting team as needed
Attend recurring all-staff meetings, team meetings and other requested meetings
Participate in policy work with strategic plan workgroup on request
Pursue relevant training in the field of accounting
Support IRCO’s strategic goals and objectives
Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality
Ability to communicate with a variety of personality types and levels of the organization as well as with people outside of the organization

Benefits

Many flexible working arrangements and schedule
Amazing opportunity to work with people who come from all over the world
Work that helps your community
3 to 6 weeks of PTO per year
401k match of over 100% on first 5%, immediate vesting
3% match for student loans or college savings
12 Paid Holidays and 1 Floating Holiday
Medical & Dental insurance options with 90% coverage for employee AND Families, no deductibles
Employer Paid Life, Short term, and Long-term Disability Insurance
Flexible spending account