Director of Finance and Compliance
Company: U.S Comm for Refuge
Location: Arlington
Posted on: February 18, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description The U.S. Committee for Refugees
and Immigrants (USCRI), established in 1911, is a nongovernmental,
not-for-profit international organization dedicated to addressing
the needs and rights of refugees and immigrants. USCRI, working
with two hundred affiliates, provides legal, social, and health
services to refugees, unaccompanied migrating children, trafficking
survivors, and other immigrants in all fifty states, El Salvador,
Honduras, Kenya, and Mexico. USCRI advocates for the rights of
refugees and immigrants both nationally and globally, helping to
drive humanitarian policies, practices, and law. To learn more
about our work, please visit our website at www.refugees.org.
OVERVIEW Reporting to and working in close collaboration with the
President and CEO of USCRI, the Director of Finance and Compliance
(DFC) is responsible for a wide range of financial and compliance
functions, including budget development and monitoring, accounting
and audit, procurement, pension administration, and loan collection
management. The DFC is responsible for ensuring USCRI compliance
with federal, state, and private funder financial requirements and
the monitoring of USCRI sub-awardees for OMB circular compliance
and risk. The DFC is responsible for timely financial reporting and
analysis to senior management, Board of Directors, and outside
agencies. The DFC implements and monitors the fiscal management and
administrative policies of USCRI and manages the operations and
activities of the Finance Department ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND
RESPONSIBILITIES Coordinates finance/accounting activities and
develops working relationships with Program Directors; coordinates
with external contacts providing timely reports, as required e.g.,
federal government agencies, State, pension service providers,
vendors, foundations, partner agencies, member agencies and others.
Administers banking relationships, develops appropriate procedures
and controls to provide receipt, custody, and disbursement of
liquid assets; projects cash needs and ensures availability of
sufficient funds for timely payment of all obligations; ensures
expeditious transfer of funds to domestic and international field
offices. Participates in preparation of annual budget proposals in
consultation with CEO and Program Directors according to
organization policy and procedures; discusses proposed changes and
significant revisions with Program Director’s; and coordinates the
preparation of the annual agency budget for approval by the
President and the Board of Directors. Assists in preparation of
program proposals and of contract budgets and revisions. Prepares
agency financial statements; prepares financial reports on monthly,
quarterly, and annual basis for internal management and the Board
of Directors. Assists independent CPA in the audit of agency
financial and programmatic operations; implements audit report or
management letters of recommendations on strengthening accounting
procedures, internal controls, or management improvements; obtain
auditors' advice or concurrence on significant accounting system
changes. Develops and manages policies for procurement of all goods
and services for the agency; ensures understanding and compliance
with relevant procedures through communications with Program
Director’s managers; ensures compliance of agency with applicable
Federal, State procurement laws and regulations. Designs and
implement procedures to streamline finance/accounting functions and
identify cost saving opportunities. Ensures compliance with
federal, state, and local regulatory and business registration
requirements. Directly supervises the Finance/Accounting
departments, provides necessary coordination between the activities
of such personnel, and ensures appropriate separation of duties
among staff; and Other duties as assigned by the President and CEO.
All the above duties and responsibilities are essential job
functions. All job duties indicated are not considered an
exhaustive statement and other job-related duties may be assigned
as required by the supervisor(s). REQUIREMENTS A CPA and minimum of
ten years’ senior-level accounting and supervisory experience
required. Knowledge of accepted accounting policies and procedures
for Federal grants and contracts, and in-depth knowledge of
nonprofit fund accounting policies and procedures essential. Strong
communications and writing skills in collaboration with others;
impeccable diligence. Excellent time-management and organizational
skills; ability to work as a team member and independently, with a
high level of self-motivation and ability to meet goals and
deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Highly adaptable and
flexible with the ability to multi-task and prioritize in a
demanding work environment. Ability to establish and maintain
professional relationships with Federal, State, Foundation Program
Directors, partner agencies, contractors and vendors. PHYSICAL
DEMANDS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be
able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. The
requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill,
and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to
enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
functions. Such accommodation must be requested by the applicant to
be considered. ADDITIONAL NOTES Please submit a resume with a cover
letter describing your interest and qualifications with your online
application. References will be required at time of the final
interview. No telephone calls please. Position will remain open
until filled. Work Location: In-person- Arlington, VA EQUAL
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants
is an equal opportunity employer. We maintain a policy of equal
employment opportunity without regard to race, color, national
origin, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender
identity, domestic partnership status, marital status, physical or
mental disability, AIDS/HIV status, age, political affiliation,
genetic information, veteran status or any other characteristic
protected by applicable law.
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