Grants Accountant

Description:

The Immigrant and Refugee Community Organization (IRCO) is a non-profit organization established in 1976 to serve immigrants, refugees, and the broader community in Portland, Oregon. Our mission is to welcome, serve and empower refugees, immigrants and people across cultures and generations to reach their full potential. Find out more at www.irco.org.

POSITION: Grants Accountant

JOB CLASS/GRADE: Coordinator 1 / Specialist 2; Grade 7

WAGE: Starting at $52,488 per year based on experience

FLSA; EEO; WC: Non-Exempt; Professional; 8864

LOCATIONS: IRCO Main Office, 10301 NE Glisan St Portland OR 97220, Hybrid schedule

FTE; FT/PT; STATUS: 1.0 FTE; Full-Time with Benefits; Regular

NUMBER OF POSITIONS: (1)

APPLY AT: www.irco.org

STATUS: Full-Time with Benefits

PROGRAM(S): Administration

SECTOR: Finance

This job announcement is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed in this job. This is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.

Program Summary
The Finance team manages all aspects of the financial operations in the organization, ensuring IRCO’s financial health, transparency, and sustainability. The team is comprised of three areas: Accounting, Budgets, and Awards. Core functions of the team include recording financial transactions, creating financial reports for both funders and managers, and assisting managers in the interpretation of those reports. With an annual budget of more than $60 million, drawn from a complex array of funding streams and a workforce and client base from around the world, we are a non-profit leader with a long stable history of financial accountability and excellence.

Position Summary
The position is a blended position with Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable responsibilities. The Grants Accountant is responsible for a portfolio of invoices and a category of expense payments. The work includes maintaining detailed records and providing information for external and internal stakeholders.

The successful Grants Accountant will be detail-oriented, communicative, community focused, and enjoy contributing to a healthy workplace environment for all employees in support of IRCO’s mission.

Essential Functions

• Prepare invoices and reports as directed by funder requirements and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) standards
• Reconcile balances for accounts receivable, aging and collection reports
• Respond to funder requests for supporting documents
• Maintain communication with program managers regarding outstanding receivables
• Monitor accounts receivables variances in collaboration with budget analysts and program management
• Prepare payments for a certain category of expenses
• Other tasks within the accounting team as needed

Secondary Functions

• Attend recurring all-staff meetings, team meetings and other requested meetings
• Participate in policy work with strategic plan workgroup on request
• Pursue relevant training in the field of accounting
• Support IRCO’s strategic goals and objectives
• This position does not supervise any employees. It will however be asked on occasion to train, orient, and direct the work of new employees of IRCO
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality
• Ability to communicate with a variety of personality types and levels of the organization as well as with people outside of the organization

Requirements:

Education & Experience

MINIMUM JOB SPECIFIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Business or similar combination of education and experience
• Two years’ experience in accounting, preferably in a nonprofit organization
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) accounting
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Must be proficient in the English language
• Oral and written communication skills commensurate with the needs of the position
• Experience/proficient in Management Information Package (MIP), Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, and a variety of software packages
• Respectful cross-context service; demonstrated skill in understanding variation in community norms
• Successful experience in accounting, with integrated computerized accounting systems
• Experience and knowledge of State and Federal regulations and related laws

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience in Accounts Receivables and Accounts Payables
• Knowledge of automated accounting systems and capability to assemble, review, and maintain accounting, budget, or financial transactions
• Strong computer skills including proficiency in the use of financial software (MIP preferred), Excel and related software applications
• Strong communication skills in a multilingual, multibackground organization
• Strong ability to work with multibackground staff in a team setting
• Ability to use initiative and judgment with competing tasks and responsibilities
• Ability to function in a positive manner in a demanding work environment, to demonstrate a high degree of flexibility, to respond to priorities and schedules that change frequently, and to meet commitments

Physical, Mental, & Environmental Requirements

• Hybrid setting job
• Impact and Influence: Positions at this level have little to no need or ability to analyze problem or concepts or make decisions on the information. Positions at this level have little or no impact and influence on organization operations, programs, expense or budgetary outcome.
• Work Independence: Positions at this level work under close supervision, usually function from a clear set of operating processes or procedures, and have work closely reviewed. Little to no judgment and decision-making is required.
• Environment: This level has a work environment that is well protected, with virtually no hazards or obstacles. There is very little element of personal risk or hazard. Job conditions are stable, usually well managed, and very comfortable.
• Schedule: The work schedule is stable and does not fluctuate.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Positions at this level are not responsible for any supervisory functions, or responsibilities, but may occasionally be asked to orient and/or train new employees or volunteers.

What We Offer

IRCO is a very employee-friendly workplace and offers great benefit package to our staff:

• Many flexible working arrangements and schedule
• Amazing opportunity to work with people who come from all over the world
• Work that helps your community
• 3 to 6 weeks of PTO per year
• 401k match of over 100% on first 5%, immediate vesting
• 3% match for student loans or college savings
• 12 Paid Holidays and 1 Floating Holiday
• Medical & Dental insurance options with 90% coverage for employee AND Families, no deductibles
• Employer Paid Life, Short term, and Long-term Disability Insurance
• Flexible spending account

Required Engagement

Engage fully in recommended professional development, as well as other assigned or required training activities. This engagement can also include participation in optional activities that embrace IRCO’s mission, vision, and values-based initiatives.

How To Apply

• Complete the IRCO application in our Careers Portal: IRCO Application for Employment.
• Upload your resume and cover letter addressing your qualifications for this position IRCO Careers.
• For questions about this position, please email jobs@irco.org

Please note that physical applications are accessible from IRCO’s main office, 10301 NE Glisan, Portland, OR 97220. Due to the high volume of applications received, we will not be able to contact applicants or return calls regarding applications. Complete applications should include a cover letter, resume, and IRCO application.

IRCO is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any characteristics protected by State and Federal law. We will make reasonable accommodations to meet our obligations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and state disability laws.