Finance Supervisor

Job Description

Requisition ID: req38243

Job Title: Finance Supervisor

Sector: Finance

Employment Category: Regular

Employment Type: Full-Time

Open to Expatriates: No

Location: Atlanta, GA USA

Job Description

Job Overview: The Finance Supervisor collects and processes financial data in order to provide management, donors, grantors and others with timely, accurate and understandable information. This position is located in Atlanta, GA and reports to the Finance Director. The position supervises a team of Finance Coordinators/Specialists depending on staffing, including finance staff located in Tallahassee and Miami, Florida. The position will focus on the highest priority initiatives of the finance team and build relationships between Finance, HQ and program managers to deliver high quality results.

Major Responsibilities:

Ensure office compliance with IRC’s accounting policies vis-à-vis fund accounting as noted in IRC’s finance manual and generally accepted accounting principles and donor requirements.
Work with Finance Director and development team on the development of all budget proposals for grants and propose budget modifications throughout the year as needed.
Prepare and coordinate the submission of financial reports to various donors in accordance with contractual obligations.
Manage the financial elements of partnerships and sub-awards program monitoring.
Ensure timely submission of high-quality finance reports working closely with management, programs and finance teams.
Prepare the financial documentation required to support the grants opening, review and closing meetings.
Maintain a broad and deep understanding of donor policies, regulations and procedures and build this knowledge among programs team members.
Support the day-to-day financial activities including daily tasks such as payment review, AP activities, AR reporting/invoicing, etc.
Review all accounting transactions to ensure proper coding, complete month-end/year-end closing tasks and variance analysis as needed.
Ensure proper representation of Finance views in strategic cross-departmental projects within IRC by building strong relationships among relevant staff members.
Participate in overall annual budgetary process.
Coordinate the protection of the organization’s assets by implementing IRC’s Internal Control procedures
Participate in all program meetings, staff development activities, and fully engage as a member of the team.
Serve as back-up to the Finance Director for key day-to-day duties.
Lead the development, adoption and measurement of Finance KPIs that focus the Finance organization on delivering its key priorities.
Other related duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

Education: Bachelor’s degree in related field strongly preferred.

Work Experience:

At least 3 years of progressive responsibilities in finance, budgeting, and accounting practices experience required.
Previous non-profit agency / grant-funded environment experience strongly preferred.
Prior team management experience & knowledge of donor regulations strongly preferred.
Experience working with, and influencing, senior colleagues to tackle complex challenges and agreed mutually beneficial decisions.

Demonstrated Skills and Competencies:

Proficient in general office software programs like MS Word, Excel, Email, and Internet.
Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 and PowerBI a plus.
High degree of professional integrity, ability and commitment to maintain confidentiality of sensitive data.
Solid organizational skills: detail-oriented, ability to multi-task, set priorities, and meet deadlines.
Ability to work independently, be flexible and work well under pressure in a fast-paced team environment.
Strong training, facilitation and coaching skills preferred & Ability to prioritize and manage time effectively.
Good interpersonal skills: ability to work effectively in a multi-cultural environment.
Solid Computer skills: MS Word, Excel, other financial related software strongly preferred
Working Environment: Combination of standard office environment and remote work.

COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement: In accordance with IRC’s duty to provide and maintain a workplace that is free of known hazards and our commitment to safeguard the health of our employees, clients, and communities, IRC requires new hires to furnish proof of vaccination against COVID-19 in order to be considered for any in-office or hybrid positions. All IRC US offices require full vaccination to attend any in-office functions (e.g., meetings, trainings).

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusivity: IRC is committed to building a diverse organization and a climate of inclusivity. We strongly encourage applications from candidates who can demonstrate that they can contribute to this goal.

Equal Opportunity Employer: We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

US Benefits: We offer a comprehensive and highly competitive set of benefits. In the US, these include: 10 sick days, 10 US holidays, 20-25 paid time off days depending on role and tenure, medical insurance starting at $120 per month, dental starting at $7 per month, and vision starting at $5 per month, FSA for healthcare and commuter costs, a 403b retirement savings plans with immediately vested matching, disability & life insurance, and 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.