POSITION: Finance Associate

ORGANIZATION: UN Global Compact Network USA (Network USA) 

LOCATION: New York, NY (Hybrid)  

EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full time

FSLA CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt

SALARY RANGE: $65,000 – 75,000

TO APPLY: Please submit your cover letter and resume to jobs@globalcompactusa.org with 'Finance Associate’ as the subject line. 

Please note that Network USA is not in a position to sponsor visas at this time. We kindly ask that you only apply to this role if you have the right to work in the United States. 

ABOUT UN GLOBAL COMPACT NETWORK USA

UN Global Compact Network USA is the U.S. Chapter of the United Nations Global Compact, the largest corporate sustainability initiative in the world. We are a powerful network of companies and stakeholders dedicated to advancing the Sustainable Development Goals. By connecting our partners with the resources of the greater United Nations, we support companies that are committed to fully integrating our principles of human rights, labor, environment, and anti-corruption into their business strategies and operations.   

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Finance Associate will report directly to the Head of Communications & Operations. This position will support the Operations team and Executive Director by managing day-to-day financial operations, updating finance and contact databases, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements. This role is essential to the smooth operation of the finance team and provides critical administrative and reporting support.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Invoicing Duties

• Lead the quarterly invoicing process, collaborating with our Operations and Engagement teams and our accounting firm to ensure invoices are delivered accurately and on time.
• Serve as the point of contact for participating companies and staff on any invoicing inquiries or database updates.
• Process payments through partner company portals to ensure invoices are paid.
• Work with accounting firm in compiling quarterly revenue reports for global colleagues.

Finance Administrative Duties

• Serve as the day-to-day contact for finance vendors.
• Manage general inbox inquiries and ensure timely responses.
• Process bills and invoices through the accounts payable system.
• Maintain filing systems, both digital and physical, for financial documentation.
• Assist with audits and liaise with external auditors as needed.
• Maintain and update company’s finances, revenue, and contact information in Salesforce and QuickBooks.

Accounting Support‍

• Assist with budget preparation and monitoring, working collaboratively with finance vendors on financial performance reports.
• Help finance vendors maintain accurate financial records, including accounts payable and receivable, general ledger entries, and bank reconciliations.
• Work with finance vendors to ensure financial statements, reports, and summaries are prepared and shared with management on a consistent basis.
• Work in partnership with finance vendors to prepare meeting materials and presentations to the Board of Directors and the Finance Committee of the Board.
• Collaborate with internal teams to provide financial guidance and support.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• 2 years of experience in finance, accounting, or administration.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Proficiency in financial software (e.g., QuickBooks, Bill.com, Salesforce, Xero).
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Comfort working with external vendors and internal stakeholders.
• Demonstrate ability to work independently and as part of a team.

PREFERRED SKILLS:

• Ability to communicate effectively across departments.
• Respond to our financial contributors in a timely and professional manner.
• Ability to identify potential finance-related risks and escalate to management as needed.
• Experience with budget management and forecasting.
• Familiarity with nonprofit finance.

The Network USA office is headquartered in New York City. This position is open to candidates in the New York tri-state area.  

Network USA is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. Network USA is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Network USA are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Network USA will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.