Finance Manager

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is one of the world's largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations (INGO), at work in more than 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities. A force for humanity, IRC employees deliver lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions. If you're a solutions-driven, passionate change-maker, come join us in positively impacting the lives of millions of people world-wide for a better future.

Under the supervision of the Finance Director, the Finance Manager plays a key role in maintaining accurate, compliant, and timely financial operations for IRC Arizona. The position oversees donor invoicing, month-end close processes, and key accounting functions including accounts payable and receivable. The Finance Manager partners closely with the Budget and Grants team, HQ Finance, and program leadership to ensure strong financial stewardship and adherence to donor and IRC requirements.

Major Responsibilities:

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Financial Management & Compliance
•    Lead monthly and quarterly donor invoicing to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with contractual and IRC standards.
•    Oversee core accounting activities including accounts payable, receivable, CIK processing, and financial reconciliations.
•    Review transactions for accuracy and proper coding; complete month-end and year-end closing tasks.
•    Conduct variance analyses and contribute to the preparation of accurate donor financial reports.
•    Support quarterly internal audit reviews to monitor compliance with IRC and donor requirements.
•    Partner with the Finance Director to ensure adherence to fiscal policies, internal controls, and funder regulations.

Team Leadership & Collaboration
•    Supervise assigned finance staff, including setting goals, conducting performance reviews, and ensuring professional development and coaching.
•    Partner with program managers and supervisors to address financial inquiries, provide guidance, and strengthen financial accountability across departments.
•    Collaborate with the Budget and Grants team to maintain alignment between financial data and grant reporting.
•    Represent the Finance team in cross-departmental initiatives and planning meetings, ensuring finance perspectives are integrated into operational decisions.

Reporting & Analysis
•    Prepare and submit financial reports and invoices in line with established deadlines and requirements.
•    Review and monitor expense activity, purchase orders, and credit card transactions to ensure timely processing and compliance.
•    Contribute to the organization’s annual budgeting process and provide financial insights to support strategic decision-making.
•    Support the Finance Director with special projects and additional finance-related duties as assigned.
•    Perform other related duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

Education:
•    Two or more college-level accounting or bookkeeping courses required; Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field strongly preferred.

Work Experience:
•    Minimum of 3 years of professional experience in accounting, finance, or grants management.
•    At least 1 year of supervisory experience required.
•    Prior experience in a non-profit or grant-funded organization strongly preferred.

Demonstrated Skills & Competencies:
•    Strong technical knowledge of accounting and reporting standards.
•    Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
•    High professional integrity with ability to maintain confidentiality.
•    Strong interpersonal skills; able to work effectively across cultures and departments.
•    Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and financial management software.
 
Language Skills:
•    Proficiency in English required; bilingual ability in Spanish, Dari, Swahili, Kinyarwanda, Arabic, French, or other refugee/immigrant language preferred.

Certificates or Licenses:
•    Valid driver’s license, active insurance policy, and access to reliable transportation.
•    Must possess or be eligible for a fingerprint clearance card per Arizona state law.

Working Environment
•    A combination of standard office environment and remote work
•    Position requires regular computer and desk-based work with occasional travel for meetings or trainings.

Compensation: (Pay Range: $68,580 - $77,000) Posted pay ranges apply to US-based candidates. Ranges are based on various factors including the labor market, job type, internal equity, and budget.  Exact offers are calibrated by work location, individual candidate experience and skills relative to the defined job requirements.

PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS

All International Rescue Committee workers must adhere to the core values and principles outlined in IRC Way - Standards for Professional Conduct. Our Standards are Integrity, Service, Equality and Accountability. In accordance with these values, the IRC operates and enforces policies on Safeguarding, Conflicts of Interest, Fiscal Integrity, and Reporting Wrongdoing and Protection from Retaliation. IRC is committed to take all necessary preventive measures and create an environment where people feel safe, and to take all necessary actions and corrective measures when harm occurs. IRC builds teams of professionals who promote critical reflection, power sharing, debate, and objectivity to deliver the best possible services to our clients.

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Compensation: Posted pay ranges apply to US-based candidates. Ranges are based on various factors including the labor market, job type, internal equity, and budget.  Exact offers are calibrated by work location, individual candidate experience and skills relative to the defined job requirements.

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 $163 per month, dental starting at $6.50 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer: IRC is an 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 applicable law.

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