Finance Assistant
Company: U.S. Comm For Refuge
Location: Rensselaer
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants (USCRI), is a
non-governmental, not-for-profit international organization with a
mission to protect the rights and address the needs of persons in
migration by advancing fair and humane public policy, facilitating
and providing direct professional services, and promoting the full
participation of migrants in community life. For over 100 years, we
have shaped history with the belief that immigrants strengthen our
communities, economy and social fabric through freedom, hard work,
and family unity. To learn more about our work, please go to our
official website at www.refugees.org . OVERVIEW The Finance
Assistant will contribute to the efficient and effective work of
the Field Office financial operations by executing daily tasks with
a strong attention to detail. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Review and verify all invoices for appropriate documentation and
approval prior to payment Sort, code, and match invoices by cost
center and document before processing Post transactions to the
general journal, ledger and other records Reconcile organization
credit card accounts at month end Assist with the processing of
checks and disbursement of funds to support clients’ needs Perform
a range of other job-related duties as assigned by supervisor All
of the above duties and responsibilities are essential job
functions. All job duties indicated are not be considered an
exhaustive statement and other job-related duties may be assigned
as required by the supervisor(s). REQUIREMENTS Dedication to human
rights of refugees, immigrants, asylum seekers, and displaced
people High School Diploma or GED at a minimum Proficient in data
entry and data management Proficient in Microsoft 365 (Outlook,
Word, Excel, SharePoint), Adobe Acrobat, and database programs
Excellent written, oral, and speaking communication skills in
English Excellent time-management and organizational skills and
ability to meet goals and deadlines in fast-paced environment
Ability to work collaboratively as a team member and independently
with a high-level of self-motivation (with a proactive approach to
assignments, to address needs when noticed or received) Ability to
organize, prioritize, and accomplish work assignments Attention to
detail and quality of work outputs Positive attitude, can-do
approach, and pleasant, diplomatic manner 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 accommodations must be requested by the applicant to be
considered. Use of manual dexterity, tactile, visual, and audio
acuity Use of repetitive motion, prolonged periods of sitting and
standing, and sustained visual and mental applications and demands
Occasional lifting (up to 25 pounds), bending, pulling, and
carrying ADDITIONAL NOTES Please submit a resume with your online
application References will be required before or at time of the
final interview No telephone calls please – the position will
remain open until filled Work Location: In-person 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.
Keywords: U.S. Comm For Refuge, Hamden , Finance Assistant, Accounting, Auditing , Rensselaer, Connecticut
