Program/Finance Assistant, International Programs (part-time)
American Peanut Council
Application
Details
Posted: 16-Oct-24
Location: Northern Virginia
Type: Part Time
Salary:
Categories:
Project Management/Program Development
Salary Details:
Hourly rate is competitive, based on candidate experience
Preferred Education:
4 Year Degree
Company Background: The American Peanut Council works on behalf of the U.S. peanut industry to expand the export of USA peanuts globally. Supported with funding from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), staff, consultants and industry members travel extensively as part of program work.
Position Summary: Supports APC program and finance staff with the coordination of inbound and outbound trade delegations, completing trip reports, assisting with reports to USDA, and making travel arrangements.
Reports to: Vice-President, International Programs
Part-time position: Approximately 20-25 hours per week
Responsibilities:
Assist APC staff and international consultants with booking travel for trade missions
Assist in coordinating logistics for inbound and outbound trade missions
Assist in planning for participation in international trade shows
Review and process travel expenses for staff and contractors, in compliance with USDA regs
Validate expense documentation submitted by others before passing on to Finance Director for final payment and submission to USDA
Track and report on status of travel budgets
Assist Finance Director with completion of compliance audits
Other duties as assigned by VP of international programs and director of finance
Requirements:
Minimum five years professional administrative experience, preferably in a finance or logistics setting
Attention to detail / process drive
Ability to work as part of a small team
Ideally the candidate is familiar with U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) travel regulations and Cooperator Programs
To apply: Submit a cover letter outlining your qualifications and your resume by email to Peter Vlazakis pvlazakis@peanutsusa.com, noting “Project/Finance Assistant Application” in the subject line. The American Peanut Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Provider.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) prohibits discrimination in its programs on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, disability, political beliefs, sexual orientation, or marital or familial status.Persons requiring alternative means of program communication (Braille, large print, audio tape, etc.) should contact the APC for assistance at 703-838-9500.
The American Peanut Council is a nonprofit, membership-driven organization that supports the long-term growth of the peanut industry across all sectors of the supply chain.