Finance Assistant

4 days ago

Albany, NY, United States US COMM FOR REFUGE Full time
U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants (USCRI), is a non-governmental, not-for-profit international organization with a mission to protect the rights and address the needs of persons in migration by advancing fair and humane public policy, facilitating and providing direct professional services, and promoting the full participation of migrants in community life. For over 100 years, we have shaped history with the belief that immigrants strengthen our communities, economy and social fabric through freedom, hard work, and family unity. To learn more about our work, please go to our official website at www.refugees.org.

OVERVIEW

The Finance Assistant will contribute to the efficient and effective work of the Field Office financial operations by executing daily tasks with a strong attention to detail.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Review and verify all invoices for appropriate documentation and approval prior to payment
  • Sort, code, and match invoices by cost center and document before processing
  • Post transactions to the general journal, ledger and other records
  • Reconcile organization credit card accounts at month end
  • Assist with the processing of checks and disbursement of funds to support clients' needs
  • Perform a range of other job-related duties as assigned by supervisor
All of the above duties and responsibilities are essential job functions. All job duties indicated are not be considered an exhaustive statement and other job-related duties may be assigned as required by the supervisor(s).

REQUIREMENTS
  • Dedication to human rights of refugees, immigrants, asylum seekers, and displaced people
  • High School Diploma or GED at a minimum
  • Proficient in data entry and data management
  • Proficient in Microsoft 365 (Outlook, Word, Excel, SharePoint), Adobe Acrobat, and database programs
  • Excellent written, oral, and speaking communication skills in English
  • Excellent time-management and organizational skills and ability to meet goals and deadlines in fast-paced environment
  • Ability to work collaboratively as a team member and independently with a high-level of self-motivation (with a proactive approach to assignments, to address needs when noticed or received)
  • Ability to organize, prioritize, and accomplish work assignments
  • Attention to detail and quality of work outputs
  • Positive attitude, can-do approach, and pleasant, diplomatic manner
PHYSICAL DEMANDS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Such accommodations must be requested by the applicant to be considered.
  • Use of manual dexterity, tactile, visual, and audio acuity
  • Use of repetitive motion, prolonged periods of sitting and standing, and sustained visual and mental applications and demands
  • Occasional lifting (up to 25 pounds), bending, pulling, and carrying
ADDITIONAL NOTES
  • Please submit a resume with your online application
  • References will be required before or at time of the final interview
  • No telephone calls please - the position will remain open until filled
  • Work Location: In-person


EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants is an equal opportunity employer. We maintain a policy of equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, domestic partnership status, marital status, physical or mental disability, AIDS/HIV status, age, political affiliation, genetic information, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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