Senior Finance Manager at FHI 360 - Abuja

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 equality, youth, research and technology - creating a unique mix of capabilities to address today's interrelated development challenges. FHI 360 serves more than 60 countries and all U.S. states and territories.

We are currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of:

Job Tile: Senior Finance Manager

Job ID: 14071

Location: Abuja

Overview/Responsibilities:
Reporting to the project Chief of Party and working closely with the projects HQ Finance Backstop, the Senior Finance Manager is responsible for oversight of all in-country finance and accounting activities for the 5 year, $80 Million Nigeria MAPS project. S/he leads a diverse team of up to 12 staff members at both the national and state level ranging from functions in accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll and grants management.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Provide leadership and guidance to all finance staff by clearly identifying key roles and responsibilities, setting individual target objectives, giving constructive performance feedback and ensuring the right tools and resources are in place for success.
• Maintain accurate pipelines and other monthly financial reports for internal analysis and tracking purposes to be reviewed with the projects HQ Finance Manager and Chief of Party.
• Oversight of the project’s Imprest accounts by providing guidance to finance staff during the detailed input and review process and by ensuring the timely submission to HQ for monthly posting.
• Review all procurement actions (e.g., purchase orders, consultant agreements/work orders, and subcontracts) for required supporting documentation, financial accuracy and conformity with FHI 360 and USAID policies, procedures and regulations.
• Review all payment actions (e.g., travel advances, expense reimbursements, fee payments, check/wire requests, vendor invoices) for required supporting documentation, financial accuracy, adherence to approved contract and verification of completed deliverables.
• Develop and implement process improvement plans for department to ensure financial controls, compliance with donor regulations and adherence to the organizations policies and procedures.
• In collaboration with the project Compliance Officer, liaise with the FHI 360’s Office of Compliance and Internal Audit to provide necessary documentation and or answers to questions arising from internal and external reviews or audits.
• Maintain a high level of knowledge in all current internal financial policies and guidelines as well as external federal and donor regulations.
• Ensure appropriate finance input and support is provided to program staff and other involved parties during the preparation of their activity budgets and Work Plans.
• Work with the Purchasing department to ensure the correct procedures are followed in the procurement of goods and services.
• Assist in the development of quarterly and annual financial reports for submission in accordance with guidelines and project deliverable deadlines set forth by the donor.
• Interact regularly with project leadership to provide updates on the organization’s financial status and resolve any problems or issues associated with monthly expenditures and budget variances.
• Ensure accurate entries into the accounting system are done on a daily basis and all online banking uploads are in accordance with the organizations policies and procedures.
• Manage the monthly payroll process to ensure best practices and procedures are followed by staff and are in compliance with all Nigerian federal laws and regulations.
• Maintain an accurate list of project accrued and committed expenditures as part of the monthly cash flow management process.
• Engage the COP and technical leaders in all aspects of financial planning and management to ensure the projects strategic objectives are well understood in order to deliver anticipated results.
• Monitor the projects cash balances and complete monthly projections in conjunction with the submission of funds transfer requests to HQ Finance Manager on a timely basis to ensure bank account balances stay at optimal levels to implement planned activities.
• Provide oversight to the management of any awardees or grantee programs by giving support and leadership to the projects Grants Manager and Compliance Officer.
• Regularly review project spending vs. budget to maintain expenditure controls, alert other managers of variances and approve budget revisions when necessary.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or its international equivalent in Business, Finance, Accounting or related fields required.
• Master’s degree or its international equivalent in Business, Finance, Accounting or related field preferred.
• CPA, ACA, ICAN, CIMA, CFE or any other relevant professional certification/qualification is preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years relevant experience which includes 5+ years of experience in a managerial role required.
• Prior experience working for an international NGO strongly preferred.
• Experience and good working knowledge of USAID and other U.S. government organization’s rules and regulations is required.

Application Closing Date
20th March, 2014

Method Of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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