Finance Supervisor

Job Posting Organization:
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is a global humanitarian organization that responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises. Founded in 1933, the IRC has been dedicated to helping people affected by conflict and disaster to survive, recover, and rebuild their lives. The organization operates in over 40 countries and has a workforce of more than 14,000 employees worldwide. The IRC's mission is to help people whose lives and livelihoods are shattered by conflict and disaster to survive, recover, and gain control of their future. The organization is committed to upholding the highest standards of integrity and accountability in its operations, ensuring that aid reaches those who need it most.

Job Overview:
The Finance Supervisor is a pivotal role within the GA/FL Finance team, tasked with overseeing essential accounting functions, particularly focusing on the timely and accurate invoicing of donors on a monthly and quarterly basis. This position is crucial for ensuring that all financial transactions align with the requirements set forth by donors and the IRC headquarters. The Finance Supervisor will work under the guidance of the Finance Director and will be responsible for supervising the finance team's daily activities. This role involves providing fiscal guidance to program staff, ensuring compliance with funder requirements, and maintaining effective communication with various stakeholders, including HQ, donors, and program managers. The Finance Supervisor will play a key role in delivering high-quality financial results and ensuring that the organization meets its financial obligations efficiently and effectively.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Finance Supervisor will support the day-to-day financial operations, which include reviewing payments, managing accounts payable activities, preparing accounts receivable reports, and handling invoicing and CIK transactions. The supervisor will oversee the month-end and year-end closing activities, ensuring that these processes are completed accurately and on time, in accordance with IRC policies. Additionally, the Finance Supervisor will assist in preparing and submitting financial reports and donor invoices, ensuring that all submissions meet scheduled due dates and contractual obligations. The role requires reviewing all accounting transactions, including credit card transactions and purchase orders, to ensure proper coding and timely processing before month-end close, as well as conducting variance analysis as necessary. The supervisor will direct and manage assigned finance staff, organizing workloads, assigning responsibilities, and providing daily guidance. This includes performing supervisory duties such as setting objectives, conducting performance reviews, and providing training and coaching in line with IRC policies. The Finance Supervisor will also support the Budget & Planning Manager and Finance Director in ensuring compliance with funders' requirements and IRC internal controls, respond to finance-related inquiries from program leads and staff, and lead or support quarterly internal audit reviews. Participation in the annual budgeting process and collaboration with the Budget team throughout budget development and monitoring are also key responsibilities. The Finance Supervisor will represent the Finance department in cross-departmental initiatives, building and maintaining strong working relationships with relevant internal stakeholders, and will perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must have completed at least two professional or college-level accounting or bookkeeping courses, with a strong preference for those holding a four-year degree in accounting, finance, or a related field. A minimum of three years of professional experience applying accounting and bookkeeping procedures and standards is required, with prior experience in a nonprofit or grant-funded environment being strongly preferred. At least one year of formal staff supervision experience is necessary. Candidates should demonstrate professional integrity and a strong commitment to maintaining the confidentiality of sensitive financial and personnel data. Strong organizational and time-management skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines are essential. The ability to work independently, adapt to changing priorities, and perform effectively under pressure in a fast-paced team environment is also required. Strong interpersonal and communication skills are necessary to work effectively in a diverse, multicultural workplace. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and other financial or accounting software is required, with advanced Excel skills being strongly preferred.

Educational Background:
The position requires the completion of at least two professional or college-level accounting or bookkeeping courses. A four-year degree in accounting, finance, or a related field is strongly preferred, indicating a solid foundation in financial principles and practices that are essential for the role.

Experience:
The Finance Supervisor position requires a minimum of three years of professional experience in applying accounting and bookkeeping procedures and standards. Candidates should have prior experience in a nonprofit or grant-funded environment, which is strongly preferred. Additionally, at least one year of formal staff supervision experience is necessary, demonstrating the ability to lead and manage a team effectively.

Languages:
While the job description does not specify mandatory languages, proficiency in English is implied as a requirement given the nature of the work and the organization’s operational context. Additional language skills may be beneficial, particularly in regions where the IRC operates, but are not explicitly stated as mandatory.

Additional Notes:
The position is based in a standard work environment, with the majority of the workday spent at a computer terminal. Some travel may be required as part of the role. The compensation for this position ranges from $53,270 to $61,560, with the posted pay ranges applying to US-based candidates. These ranges are determined based on various factors, including the labor market, job type, internal equity, and budget considerations. Exact offers will be calibrated based on work location, individual candidate experience, and skills relative to the defined job requirements. The IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, considering all applicants based on merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. The organization adheres to core values and principles outlined in the IRC Way - Standards for Professional Conduct, which include Integrity, Service, Equality, and Accountability. IRC is committed to creating a safe environment for its employees and clients, taking necessary preventive measures and corrective actions when harm occurs.