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International Rescue Committee · 1 day ago

Finance Assistant

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is one of the world's largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations, dedicated to helping people affected by conflict and disaster. The program Finance Assistant will provide financial support to the IRC Richmond program team, focusing on client payments, accounting functions, and financial reporting.

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Responsibilities

Operate effectively in IRC’s proprietary ERP financial accounting system (integra) and coach program staff regularly on the process and the system
Process payments by a variety of methods – ACH, Prepaid Cards and Checks
Process and support the program team on client’s payment mostly through USIO cards
Support program team on client’s tracking, p-card reconciliation, mileage and submitting other expenses in the Integra system
Review payment requests made in financial system by staff 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 any 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

Qualification

Financial accountingAccounts payableAccounts receivableMicrosoft DynamicsMicrosoft OfficeFluent in EnglishProblem-solvingAttention to detailIntegrityConfidentiality

Required

Bachelor's or Associate's degree in business, accounting or finance preferred. Professional experience in lieu of education will be considered
Relevant professional experience in finance and accounting required; minimum of 2 years' experience strongly preferred
Ability to carry out work with a high degree of integrity and confidentiality
Self-starter with excellent problem-solving skills combined with the proven ability to multi-task, prioritize duties, and manage time effectively
Attention to detail and accuracy in work product
Fluent in English, both spoken and written
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook); ability to use the internet and other digital tools for data entry, research and problem-solving purposes
Working knowledge of accounting software such as Microsoft Dynamics a plus

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.

Company

International Rescue Committee

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IRC responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises & helps some of the most vulnerable people from harm to home.

H1B Sponsorship

International Rescue Committee has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
Distribution of Different Job Fields Receiving Sponsorship
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (15)
2024 (13)
2023 (20)
2022 (17)
2021 (13)
2020 (9)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$1.25M
Key Investors
American Student AssistanceThe Pfizer FoundationU.S. Department of Agriculture
2024-03-25Grant· $0.5M
2021-11-30Grant
2021-10-07Grant· $0.75M

Leadership Team

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David Miliband
President & CEO
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Katherine Crowley
Associate Director, Global Corporate Partnerships
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