What are the responsibilities and job description for the Finance & Administration Coordinator position at Ronald McDonald House Washington DC?
Company Description Ronald McDonald House Washington DC supports families facing a child’s illness by providing programs that directly improve children’s health and wellbeing. The organization focuses on children’s health and helps families who must travel long distances for medical care by easing financial, emotional, and logistical burdens. Through housing and supportive services, Ronald McDonald House offers families stability, resources, and a comforting environment during medical treatment. The team believes that a safe, welcoming “home away from home” and a strong community can be as powerful as medicine in helping families heal. Staff and volunteers work together to create an oasis of comfort and shared hope for thousands of families each year.
Role Description The Finance & Administration Coordinator is a full-time, hybrid role based in Ashburn, VA, with some work-from-home flexibility. This role supports daily finance and administrative operations, including processing invoices, recording donations, assisting with payroll and benefits administration, and maintaining accurate accounting records. The Coordinator helps prepare financial reports, tracks budgets, and supports compliance with internal controls and organizational policies. Day-to-day responsibilities include managing data entry, maintaining files and documentation, responding to finance-related inquiries from staff and partners, and coordinating with program and development teams on financial information. The role also provides general administrative support such as scheduling, coordinating vendors, and contributing to process improvements that enhance operational efficiency.
Qualifications
- Candidates should possess skills in Finance and Budgeting to support day-to-day financial operations and budget tracking.
- Candidates should possess skills in Accounting and Financial Reporting to maintain accurate records and assist in the preparation of financial statements.
- Candidates should possess strong Communication skills to collaborate effectively with internal teams, families, vendors, and external partners.
- Experience with nonprofit or fund accounting, donor management systems, or ERP/accounting software is beneficial.
- Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment are beneficial.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel) and comfort working with financial data and spreadsheets is beneficial.
- Prior experience in finance, administration, or operations, and an associate or bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, business, or a related field are beneficial.
- Commitment to the mission of supporting children’s health and families, with a respectful, inclusive, and team-oriented approach, is beneficial.