Organization: FHI 360
Country: United States of America
Closing date: 15 Jun 2015
FHI 360 is a nonprofit human development organization dedicated to improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven solutions. Our staff includes experts in health, education, nutrition, environment, economic development, civil society, gender, youth, research and technology — creating a unique mix of capabilities to address today’s interrelated development challenges. FHI 360 serves more than 70 countries and all U.S. states and territories. We are currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of: Manager, Finance
Description:
The programs of Economic Development & Livelihoods help women and men create a sound economic future for themselves and their families. We work to build stronger economies, enhance household security and strengthen individual well-being within the world’s poorest and most-at-risk communities.
We include health, education, nutrition, financial security and growth, environmental factors, gender equality, and civil society and government in our economic development approach. This serves as a cross-cutting element while ensuring sustainable outcomes by building local capacity.
Job Summary / Responsibilities:
Responsible for supporting USAID-funded programs, working closely with project staff as well as with FHI 360 Accounting, Billing, and Contract Management Services. A pivotal team player responsible for managing development and maintenance of systems to track and manage the financial status of selected project activities. Detailed, organized, hard-working, solutions oriented team player sought.
Major Responsibilities:
Portfolio Management – Responsible for sub-set of projects in Economic Development and Livelihoods portfolio
- Monitor and report on award, obligation, commitments, accruals and burn rates
- Respond to senior management requests for department financial/contractual information.
- Interpret and provide explanations for discrepancies and variations in data
- Prepare ongoing projections of staff coverage across portfolio of projects.
Project Finance – Responsible for project level finance and transaction management
- Work with senior Technical Director and Project Directors to develop and implement appropriate training and orientation for program and finance staff, both in Washington and in field offices.
- Apply a thorough knowledge of financial management in coordinating and maintaining financial management systems by creating budgets, tracking expenditures, accruals, and obligations
- Review subcontractor vouchers for accuracy and compliance with budgets & billing requirements for assigned projects.
- Review field financial deliverables, including quarterly accruals and spot checking reports for assigned projects.
- Analyze highly complex project operations and financial statements.
Compliance – Responsible for project and transaction level compliance
- Review and determine compliance with USAID laws and regulations and FHI 360 policies.
- Work with the Technical Director and Project Directors to manage audits and other issues that may arise in projects.
- Serve as a resource to identify, accurately research, analyze and resolve complex problems & substantive issues.
- Work with project directors to develop strong systems for task order reporting to USAID under global awards.
- Review for accuracy and allowability and approve overseas Imprest reports for department projects;
Business Processes, Operations & Other – Work with staff and other departments to instill high level of quality operations
- Train and mentor department staff to develop and strengthen necessary financial management skills.
- Develop and maintain effective working relationships with consultants, management, and staff.
- Manage documentation of complex issues and effectively articulate written conclusions
- Other job related duties as assigned.
- May require international travel
Qualifications:
- Experience as a finance manager in a fast-paced environment, under pressure and within deadlines.
- Bachelors in Accounting, Business, Economics, or Finance or equivalent education/work combination. Masters preferred.
- 5+ years financial, accounting, and/or implementation experience including budgeting, cost analysis, financial management.
- 5+ years of experience working with federal regulations and procedures. (USAID, CFR preferred)
- High proficiency in the use of spreadsheets (Excel). Experience with Quickbooks preferred.
- Experience multi-tasking a variety of financial duties by organizing and establishing priorities.
- Must be able to read, write and speak fluent English.
This job description summarizes the main duties of the job. It neither prescribes nor restricts the exact tasks that may be assigned to carry out these duties. This document should not be construed in any way to represent a contract of employment. Management reserves the right to review and revise this document at any time.
We offer competitive compensation and an outstanding benefit package. Please click here to visit FHI 360’s Career Center for a list of all open positions.
FHI 360 is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. FHI 360 is committed to providing equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, disability or status as a veteran with respect to policies, programs, or activities.
How to apply:
https://jobs-fhi360.icims.com/jobs/15455/manager%2c-finance/job
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