Finance Assistant

Finance Assistant

International Rescue Committee (IRC) is one of the world’s largest international humanitarian NGOs, operating in more than 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities to restore health, safety, education, and economic well‑being for people devastated by conflict and disaster.

The IRC Richmond program team is looking for a Finance Assistant to provide financial support focused on client payments, p‑card reconciliation, and essential accounting functions including accounts payable/receivable, report reconciliation, month‑end close, and adjusting journal entries.

• Operate effectively in IRC’s proprietary ERP financial accounting system (Integra) and coach program staff regularly on the process and system.
• Process payments by a variety of methods – ACH, prepaid cards, and checks.
• Process and support the program team on client’s payments primarily through USIO cards.
• Support program team on client’s tracking, p‑card reconciliation, mileage, and other expense submissions in Integra.
• Review payment requests made in the financial system for accuracy; submit through workflow and post.
• Prepare a wide variety of month‑end, financial close journal entries within mandated deadlines.
• Oversee and review new vendor set‑up process.
• Prepare weekly grant spending reports; work with staff to resolve discrepancies.
• Prepare monthly time & effort reports, send to staff for signature, collect and file.
• Prepare weekly deposit and customer payment journals to be posted to the financial system.
• Create aging reports for fee‑for‑service programs and follow up on unpaid invoices.
• Void checks as needed.
• Oversee, review and post contributions‑in‑kind (donations and volunteer time) in accordance with grant requirements.
• Assist with internal and external audit inquiries and reporting.
• Maintain accounting files and records in accordance with IRC and donor requirements.
• Other projects and assignments as needed.

Education: Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in business, accounting, or finance preferred. Professional experience in lieu of education will be considered.

Work Experience: Relevant professional experience in finance and accounting required; minimum of 2 years’ experience strongly preferred.

• Integrity and confidentiality in work.
• Self‑starter with excellent problem‑solving skills and ability to multi‑task, prioritize and manage time effectively.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Fluent in English, both spoken and written.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook); capable of using the internet and digital tools for data entry, research and problem‑solving.
• Working knowledge of accounting software such as Microsoft Dynamics a plus.

• Standard work environment; majority of the workday at a computer terminal.
• Must be comfortable working in front of the computer and with data for long periods of time.

Pay Range: $22.00 - $23.70 (US‑based candidates only). Pay ranges are based on market, job type, internal equity and budget; exact offers are calibrated by location, experience and skills.

US Benefits include: 10 sick days, 10 US holidays, 20‑25 paid time off days depending on role and tenure, medical insurance starting at $163/month, dental starting at $6.50/month, vision starting at $5/month, FSA for health care and commuter costs, a 403(b) retirement plan with immediate matching, disability & life insurance, and an Employee Assistance Program.

Entry level

Full‑time

Finance and Sales

Equal Opportunity

Employer:

IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law.