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

Since 1939, the 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, conducting policy advocacy, and advancing 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, and vision available on 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 Sr. Financial Compliance Auditor, the Financial Compliance Auditor, in conjunction with the Sr. Financial Compliance Auditor, works closely with programs, legal compliance, and finance staff including field offices (domestic and international), and most importantly with recipients of federal grant sub-awards (affiliates) on all matters related to financial compliance and internal controls.

The Financial Compliance Auditor will be responsible for helping monitor LIRS' affiliates and ensuring each of them is in compliance with the federal regulations listed in 2 CFR 200 and corresponding partner MOUs and Agreements. The successful applicant will help identify which affiliates are the riskiest financially and help the Sr. Financial Compliance Auditor collaborate with LIRS' Headquarters, Affiliates, and Field Offices to ensure that rules and regulations are adhered to, and adequate internal controls are in place to mitigate risk. This position can be remote with occasional trips to Baltimore as needed.

DUTIES

• Perform risk assessment on proposed sub-awardees and annual risk assessment on existing sub-awardees (affiliates), in accordance with 2 CFR 200.
• Conduct and perform regular structured field and desk audits of recipients of sub-awardees (affiliates) following a well-defined audit program on a regular basis.
• Review sub-awards and supporting financial documentation and provide guidance to program and field office staff on sub-award management.
• Coordinate with the grants finance team to contribute as needed and provide compliance and financial risk input on monitoring affiliates' invoice submissions.
• Ensure internal subaward management policies are maintained, and updated, and segregation of duties at all times.

QUALIFICATIONS

1. Bachelor's degree in accounting.
2. Working towards or currently possessing an active CPA license.
3. At least one year of internal audit or public accounting experience is preferred or 2-3 years of relevant experience in general finance and accounting.
4. Familiarity with 2 CFR 200 and financial audit and review of contracts and agreements.
5. Demonstrated ability to understand and utilize audit programs, internal control assessments, flowcharts, and other relevant tools for assessing and mitigating financial risks.
6. Ability to effectively communicate audit findings both orally and in writing.
7. Ability to build strong relationships and to accomplish work through others.
8. Attention to detail and follow-through a must
9. Commitment to LIRS' core mission and values and an ability to model those values in relationships with colleagues and partners; commitment to empowering refugees and migrants.

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 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.