Specialist, Banking Operations

World Central Kitchen, Inc. (WCK) seeks a talented Banking Operations Specialist for its Finance team. This individual will be responsible for a variety of banking team duties crucial to the efficient operation of WCK's financial processes and in support of the organization's mission. The ideal candidate must be reliable, detail-oriented, possess a deep understanding of bookkeeping procedures, and excel in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

Our Mission (What We Do): World Central Kitchen (WCK) is first to the frontlines, providing meals in response to humanitarian, climate, and community crises. This role requires a sincere commitment to WCK’s mission, please join our passionate team and truly help make a difference in the world!

Location (Where You Are):

Reporting directly to the Manager of Banking with direction from the Director of Finance, this exempt position requires a sincere dedication to WCK's mission. While the position is primarily based in Washington, DC, the opportunity for remote work may also be considered. Occasional travel may be required.

Responsibilities (What You Will Do): 

• Execute banking financial operations, including but not limited to accurate and timely uploading of bank payment files (including batch uploads as well as set up of individual wire payments), payment application in accounting software, setting up vendors in accounting and banking platforms; researching and resolving banking and payment application issues.
• Ensure wire set ups in the banking platform are accurate.
• Responsible for ensuring the accuracy and completion of vendor onboarding in accounting and banking platforms.
• Review and processing of expense reports; including collaborating with internal clients to ensure compliance with WCK policies, accurate coding of expenses, and reconciling credit cards.
• Reviewing and processing prepaid debit cards used during activations by Response Corps members, to ensure compliance with WCK policies and accurate coding of expenses.
• Assist with setting up and sharing coding/dimensions for new activations and events; including completion in accounting, expense reporting, and prepaid debit card platforms.
• Handle sensitive information in a confidential matter.
• Assist with internal and external audits.
• Assist with month-end period closing and other projects as required.
• Prepare accounting and financial reports, charts, and summaries as necessary.

Requirements

What We Are Looking For:

• Associates degree in banking or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 3-5 years of relevant work experience.
• Strong understanding of general accounting principles, bookkeeping functions, and banking procedures.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet frequent deadlines.
• Capable of working autonomously and as part of a team.
• Comfortable working both remotely and in an office setting.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills with a professional demeanor.
• Adaptable to changing priorities and departmental demands.
• Highly organized, self-motivated, detail-oriented and reliable.
• Proficient in Sage Intacct, Expensify, Stampli or similar accounting, billing and expense reporting software.

Preferred candidates will also have an associates degree (or 3 years of relevant work experience in lieu of a degree), previous experience working in a nonprofit, humanitarian, or relief organization, multilingual skills and multi-cultural experience.

Application & Cover Letter
This application requires a cover letter that explains your interest in this position and in working for WCK. Applications without a letter will not be considered.

References and Background Checks
To help ensure the safety of our communities and our teams, our selection process will include reference and background checks, subject to any legal or regulatory requirements.

Equal Opportunity
WCK is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusion and diversity and to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment at this time.

E-Verify
For US based employment, WCK participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. Please view the E-Verify posters here with important information.

Para empleados en los EEUU, WCK participa en E-Verify y proporcionará al gobierno federal la información de su Formulario I-9 para confirmar que usted está autorizado para trabajar en los EE.UU.. Los empleadores sólo pueden utilizar E-Verify una vez que usted haya aceptado una oferta de trabajo y completado el Formulario I-9. Haz clic aquí para ver los carteles de E-Verify con información importante.

No recruiters or agencies, please.

Benefits

What We Offer!
WCK offers competitive compensation and great benefits including:

• Zero premium medical, dental, and vision plans including for dependents within 30 days
• 403(b) retirement account with 50% match up to 8% of employee salary deferrals within 30 days
• 100% employer-sponsored group life and disability insurance within 30 days
• Responsible Paid Time Off which includes vacation, sick, and personal leave plus paid holidays
• Professional Development Reimbursement
• Growth Opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Annual salary reviews and other benefits as detailed in the Personnel Manual
  

Why Join Us?

Innovative Environment: Be part of a forward-thinking team that values creativity and innovation.

Global Impact: Your work will have a direct impact on building a diverse and talented global team.

Professional Growth: Opportunities for continuous learning and career development.

Dynamic Team: Work with a supportive and enthusiastic team that values collaboration and fun.

If you’re ready to bring your unique talents to a role that’s as challenging as it is rewarding, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and let’s build the future of World Central Kitchen together!

WCK is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Join us in being a part of WCK's global talent journey!