If you are passionate about transforming communities with a mission-driven organization, then we have the opportunity for you!

Since 1939, Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service (LIRS) has offered welcome and hope to refugees. LIRS has transformed lives with the support and hard work of people like you, to welcome the most vulnerable to the United States from sea to shining sea.

We help people seeking safety from persecution in their home countries and reunite families torn apart by conflict. We resettle refugees. We protect vulnerable children who arrive alone in the United States. We advocate for compassion and justice for all migrants.

Widely recognized for our expertise in implementing federal programs on behalf of refugees and migrants in the United States, conducts policy advocacy, and advances the protection and rights of vulnerable migrants.

Headquartered in the beautiful Inner Harbor of downtown Baltimore we provide services nationwide through a network of staff and affiliates. Attracting and retaining the best talent is vital to our continued growth and we are proud to offer an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision available the first day of employment, professional development, tuition reimbursement, generous paid time off including 20 days of vacation, 12 days of sick leave, 12 paid holidays PLUS the week between Christmas and New Year's Day, 12 weeks of paid parental leave and up to 12 weeks of fully paid FMLA leave, company 403(b) contribution of 3%, an additional 7% match, Family Building benefits for reproductive procedures, adoption/foster care assistance, and an annual wellness benefit that can be customized to support your personal needs including funding enrichment classes, gym memberships, and healthy eating plans (to name a few) all in an inclusive and progressive environment!

Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service is a champion for all uprooted people. Please join us as we make a difference in the lives of newcomers.

Reporting to the Manager for Field Operations, the Field Office Staff Accountant will be responsible for daily, monthly and yearly accounting activities of the field office including but not limited to accounts receivable, accounts payable, maintaining ledgers and preparing reports. The role will be responsible to keep the organization and clients' numbers and budget on track with accuracy.

DUTIES

Responsible for recording of cash receipts, including working collaboratively with other departments to assist with coding, invoice processing, and payment, along with maintaining database.

Responsible for overseeing field office accounting activities including assisting with check requests, expense reports, Concur and other field office activity.

Responsible for recording recurring activity such as prepaids, depreciation, allocation entries.

Review account records for accuracy and compliance. In addition, ensure compliance of policies and procedures and identify and suggest improvements.

Responsible for accounts payable including preparing check requests, entering Accounts Payable (AP) invoices, filing, etc.

Responsible for employee expense reimbursements through Concur, including review and processing journal entries in accounting system.

Perform monthly financial closeout and account reconciliations.

Prepare ad-hoc or special financial reports as requested by management.

Assist with annual audit, prepare documentation for audit and IRS Form 990 preparation.

Assist with budget preparation and monitoring to ensure revenue and costs are aligned.

Liaise and coordinate with Headquarters accounting and grant finance teams to implement LIRS policies and procedures.

Provide oversight of local and state funding in close coordination with the Field Office Manager.

Support the management and implementation of field office projects and grants by coordinating with funders and sub-grantees, collecting reports, preparing reports and request for reimbursements in a timely manner.

Support other finance related processes, including process improvement and document retention management.

Supervise accounts payable clerk providing guidance, leadership, and direct support in all aspects of accounting and record keeping.

Build and maintain relationships with partner agencies, vendors, and banks

Comply with federal, state, and local legal requirements by studying requirements; enforcing adherence to requirements; filing reports; advising management on needed actions

Perform other duties as assigned including supervision

QUALIFICATIONS

Undergraduate degree in accounting, business administration, or finance, or equivalent experience required.

Two or more years in accounting and with experience in a larger non-profit organization is strongly preferred.

MIP accounting software, SAP Concur, and/or SAP Invoice experience is preferred.

Demonstrated problem-solving skills and ability to identify critical priorities and take initiative to respond in a flexible way to changing needs.

Superior mathematical, analytical, and technical skills. Highly organized, detail-oriented and motivated to remain current on a day-to-day basis.

Highly proficient in using general ledger software and spreadsheets.

Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Experience with and commitment to working in a very diverse workforce.

Commitment to LIRS's core mission and values and an ability to model those values in relationship with colleagues, and partners; commitment to refugees and immigrants

Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service (LIRS) is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We participate in E-Verify in the states that permit its use.

We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package in an innovative and rewarding work environment. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage effective on your first day of employment, 403(b) with company contribution and match, 20 days of vacation per year, tuition reimbursement, professional development and much more. Salaries are based on the latest market data and reflect the education, skills and requirements for the role. Differentials may exist based on the region and language abilities.