Financial Analyst

Background:

Over the past 80 years, the International Rescue Committee (IRC) has developed unparalleled expertise in responding to emergencies and helping uprooted communities to rebuild. Founded in 1933 at the request of Albert Einstein, the IRC offers lifesaving care and life-changing assistance to refugees forced to flee from war or disaster.

The IRC is on the ground in more than 40 countries, providing emergency relief, relocating refugees and rebuilding lives in the wake of disaster. Through offices in cities across the United States, the IRC also helps refugees and other immigrants resettle in the U.S. and become self-sufficient. The IRC is committed to a culture of bold leadership, innovation in all aspects of our work, creative partnerships and, most crucially, accountability to those we serve.

Job Overview:

IRC is currently searching for an Analyst on the Financial Planning and Analysis Team (FP&A). The Analyst will be responsible for the consolidation and delivery of relevant financial information and insights to the organization.

The IRC’s Financial Planning & Analysis team (FP&A) is a critical partner in ensuring the success and longevity of the organization’s humanitarian programs, which provide clean water, shelter, health care, education and economic development support to refugees and displaced people. Responsible for leading the annual budget and forecast processes, analyzing and reporting results internally and to the Board of Directors, and providing business partnership to all departments and budget owners, FP&A offers sophisticated financial insights that allow the organization to operate and expand its programs responsibly. 

Major Responsibilities:

• Build, update and maintain financial templates and models to enable both the budget and forecast processes
• Collaborate across departments and FP&A teams to assist with delivery of monthly results, forecasts and operating plan
• Assist with presentation materials shared in meetings with internal and external senior leadership teams
• Identify and implement opportunities to use financial data and systems to improve modeling and reporting capabilities
• Analyze current and past financial data to support critical initiatives and financial management decision-making
• Support the continued development and implementation of software and systems (e.g., Power BI, Microsoft D365) that enable FP&A delivery

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in Business Administration or Finance
• Minimum 2-3 years of progressive budgeting / financial experience and ability to create insight from data and analyses
• Proven knowledge in financial analysis and expertise working on budgets preferred
• Highly motivated with strong sense of accountability, initiative, and intellectual curiosity                      
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, work under pressure and operate within tight deadlines
• High degree of proficiency with all Microsoft Office applications (including Excel and PowerPoint)
• Proficiency with ERP systems, Power BI and SQL is desirable
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and diplomatic skills: the ability to effectively liaise with colleagues in a diverse multi-cultural environment

Working Environment:

 Standard office working environment

• Hybrid working model
• Some travel as needed (5%)

The IRC and IRC workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in IRC Way - Standards for Professional Conduct.  These are Integrity, Equality, Service, and Accountability.  In accordance with these values, the IRC operates and enforces policies on Beneficiary Protection from Exploitation and Abuse, Child Safeguarding, Anti Workplace Harassment, Fiscal Integrity, and Anti-Retaliation.

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 $145 per month, dental starting at $7 per month, and vision starting at $5 per month, FSA for healthcare, childcare, and commuter costs, a 403b retirement savings plans with up to 4.5% immediately vested matching contribution, plus a 3-7% base IRC contribution (3 year vesting), 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. 

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.

Compensation: