Finance ManagerExpiring Today!

• Oversee all financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, cash flow management and risk management.
• Develop and implement financial strategies, policies and plans aligned with the organization’s goals, objectives and vision.
• Provide leadership and direction to the finance team, including the Finance Officer and Assistant Finance Officer, to achieve departmental and organizational objectives.
• Manage the annual budgeting process, working closely with program officers and management to develop and review budgets, forecasts and financial plans.
• Monitor financial performance against budget, forecast and key performance indicators (KPIs), analyzing variances and trends and providing insights and recommendations.
• Ensure timely and accurate preparation of financial statements, reports and disclosures in accordance with accounting principles, regulatory requirements and internal policies.
• Coordinate and liaise with external auditors, tax authorities and regulatory agencies to ensure compliance with financial reporting and tax obligations.
• Develop and maintain effective internal controls, policies and procedures to safeguard assets, mitigate risks and ensure integrity and accuracy in financial reporting.
• Assess and manage financial risks, including currency exchange risk, interest rate risk, credit risk and market risk.
• Lead financial analysis and modeling initiatives to support strategic decision-making, investment evaluation and business planning processes.
• Provide financial insights and guidance to senior management and the board of directors, presenting financial performance, forecasts and recommendations.
• Foster a culture of accountability, transparency and continuous improvement within the finance department.
• Ensure compliance with donor financial requirements, grant agreements and approved budgets.
• Work closely with management and program officers to ensure expenditure complies with approved budgets and procurement procedures.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance; a master’s degree in Finance or Accounting is preferred.
• Professional certification, including Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Chartered Accountant (CA), is highly desirable.
• At least seven (7) years of progressive professional experience in finance and accounting, with at least 3 years in a senior finance or managerial position.
• Proven experience in finance leadership roles, with a track record of success in financial management, strategic planning and grant management.
• Proven experience managing donor-funded grants, including preparation of donor budgets, financial reports, expenditure monitoring and grant compliance.
• Deep knowledge of financial principles, accounting standards, taxation and regulatory requirements.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex financial data, identify trends and insights, and develop actionable recommendations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to articulate financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders.
• Leadership qualities, including vision, integrity, strategic thinking and the ability to inspire and motivate teams.
• Proficiency in financial analysis tools, modeling techniques and ERP systems (QuickBooks, SAP, Oracle or Microsoft Dynamics).
• Strategic financial management, budget management, risk management and internal controls, audit and compliance management, and donor compliance and grant management competencies.