Finance Officer, LAC

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POSITION SUMMARY:

The Finance Officer, LAC will support the accounting and finance operations of countries in Latin America & the Caribbean. This position will work closely with the Director, Accounting & Finance, LAC, the LAC finance team and the HQ finance team.

The Finance Officer, LAC will assist the Director, Accounting & Finance, LAC to support in accounting records, following of reports, doing internal controls to ensure compliance and accounting information for each country.

Note, the salary range for this position is $45,000.00-50,000.00. This position is based in the LAC region in countries where HIAS has existing operations. The funding for this role is currently pending, and we will confirm with candidates before any final steps in the recruitment process.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Provides monitoring support for deadlines and processes at the end of the month.
Supports the process and review of fund requests.
Reviews monthly reconciliations and returns as submitted by the country offices and recommends any actionable items.
Reviews general ledger transactions received from field offices and works with field office accounting staff on the corrections of any procedures.
Reviews project specific field office documents and timesheets.
Reviews balance sheet account reconciliations.
Ensures the ICR and revenue recognition in the international operations.
Provides financial information requested by other departments.
Supports in the planning of reports and other projects.
Participates in special projects that further the goals of the Finance & Accounting department.
Builds the capacity of country office finance staff.
Conducts monitoring visits with country offices.
Enters data into the Finance system as necessary.
Provides support to develop finance workshops.
Supports month-end-closing process and helps ensure the monthly closing schedule is maintained.
Develops schedules and work plans.
Helps to review some entries in NetSuite.
Provides support to the LAC finance team with audit requirements.
Follows-up on processes, tasks and pending activities to achieve identified goals.
Supports country offices as needed.
Develops tools and forms to improve and facilitate processes.
Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:

Undergraduate degree in accounting required; graduate degree preferred.
2-3 years of work experience in an accounting or finance position with accounting and budgeting responsibilities in an INGO or related field.
Fluency in Spanish and English, allowing for the preparation of reports, communications, and oral.
Excellent communication, proactivity, organization and interpersonal skills; ability to perform multiple activities in a fast-paced environment.
Highly reliable and flexible, with the ability to adapt quickly to various environments and situations.
Experience with accounting systems; preference for NetSuite.
Strong analytical skills and ability to problem-solve.
Ability to effectively prioritize multiple responsibilities.
Proactivity to suggest improvement processes.
Ability to travel to other countries up to 30% of the time.
Travel, to include travel to insecure operating environments, may be required.

HIRING PROCESS:

We are committed to a fair and respectful hiring process, and we do our absolute best to respond to every applicant. We prioritize communication and transparency with all candidates, even those who are not moving forward. Here’s a snapshot of our hiring process:

Step 1: Submit your application!

Step 2: Phone screen with a HIAS recruiter.

Step 3: Video interview with the hiring manager.

Step 4: Video interview with a panel of HIAS employees.

Step 5: Online reference check with SkillSurvey.

Step 6: Offer and background check with Shield Screening or HireRight.

Step 7: Start your professional journey with HIAS!

Note: Some of our hiring processes may vary, and not all candidates will advance to each step.

ABOUT US:

Over one hundred years ago, the Jewish community founded HIAS (originally the Hebrew Immigrant Aid Society) in New York City, the immigrant gateway to America. Supporting Jews fleeing persecution and poverty in Eastern Europe, our founders were guided by the traditions, texts and history of the Jewish people—a history of oppression, displacement and diaspora. HIAS has since helped generations of Jews facing violence because of who they were, and HIAS remains committed to helping Jewish refugees anywhere in the world. Today, our clients at HIAS come from diverse faiths, ethnicities and backgrounds, as do our staff. We bring our experience, history and values to our work across five continents, ensuring that refugees today receive the vital services and opportunities they need to thrive.

HIAS is a learning community, committed to diversity and inclusion. We do our work with integrity, accountability, transparency and a commitment to the highest ethical standards. We seek employees from diverse backgrounds and life experiences to join our teams located in the United States and across the globe. People who identify as BIPOC, people with disabilities, people from the LGBTQ+ community and people with lived experiences of forced displacement or immigration are all encouraged to apply. We are committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects our vision, mission and values.

VISION:

HIAS stands for a world in which refugees find welcome, safety and opportunity.

MISSION:

Drawing on our Jewish values and history, HIAS provides vital services to refugees and asylum seekers around the world and advocates for their fundamental rights so they can rebuild their lives.

VALUES:

Welcome • Acogimiento • Hospitalité • Hachnasat Orchim

We Welcome the Stranger

Justice • Justicia • Justice • Tzedek

We Pursue Justice

Empathy • Empatía • Empathie • Chesed

We Approach our Clients with Empathy

Partnership • Compañerismo • Coopération • Chevruta

We Believe in Changing the World through Partnership

Courage • Coraje • Courage • Ometz

We Act with Courage to Build a Better World

Resilience • Resiliencia • Résilience • Ruach

We Adapt and Thrive, Continuously Demonstrating our Resilience

DIVERSITY:

HIAS is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. As an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ethnic background, ancestry, citizenship status, religious creed, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, familial status, pregnancy, childbirth, military status, protected veteran status, political orientation or other legally protected status.

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification. We strongly encourage applicants of diverse identities, backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives to apply even if you do not meet all required qualifications but have other qualifications relevant to the role that would make you a great fit for this role with HIAS!

SAFEGUARDING:

HIAS is committed to the protection of children, vulnerable adults and any other person from any harm caused directly or indirectly due to their coming into contact with HIAS. We will not tolerate sexual exploitation, abuse or any form of child abuse or neglect by our staff or associated personnel. Any candidate offered a job with HIAS will be expected to sign and adhere to HIAS’ Code of Conduct and Safeguarding policies. All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records. HIAS also participates in the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this Scheme, we will request information from job applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. Likewise, HIAS will share this information when other organizations inquire about current and former HIAS staff as part of their recruitment process. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.