Tracking Code: 302313-818
Job Description
ChildFund International works in 31 countries, assisting
approximately 17.8 million children and their family members. Our distinctive
approach focuses on working with children, throughout their journey from birth
to young adulthood, as well as with families, local organizations and
communities globally to create the environments children need to thrive. What
began in 1938 as a modest effort to sustain orphanages has evolved into a
global force working for children.
Today, we have a strategy that reflects boldness and
ambition similar to that of our founders which is rooted in a renewed clarity
of purpose and grounded in an extended view of children’s potential to not only
survive and improve their own lives but to thrive as leaders of positive change
for others.
Within ChildFund International, ChildFund Liberia is a
flagship Program with a fully grant funding model and program delivery.
ChildFund Liberia has over the years consolidated emergency response by moving
into long term, sustainable development work for children in the past with
current operation in Lofa, Gbarpoulu, Bomi, Grand Cape Mount and Montserrendo
countries. The ChildFund Liberia interventions include food security, child
protection, juvenile rehabilitation, SGBV, health and capacity building.
The ideal candidate for Finance Manager will have a proven
track record of setting up effective internal controls to guide National Office
financial management. S/he must be have strong decision making ability using
good judgment and professionalism besides having, good understanding of
administrative, financial and general management principles and skilled in
financial reporting, budgeting and tax legislation. S/he must also be an
independent thinker with proven managerial skills and ability to work and
communicate clearly and influence decision based on organizational policies and
procedures.
DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
- Ensures
financial stewardship and accountability at all levels of financial
operations. Ensures the integrity of financial management systems within
the ChildFund Liberia Office. Ensures that proper internal controls
exist and are followed for all financial activities
- Ensures
Program is in compliance with internal control policies related to the
financial and administrative components, according to IO procedures and
donor’s requirements
- Ensures
that accounting manuals are updated and revised periodically
- Oversee
the financial software system and direct the appropriate monthly
accounting closing procedures. Ensure appropriate communication on
financial matters with the Regional/International Offices
- Ensures
timely and quality information for all financial reporting requirements
(e.g. IO, grants and donors)
- Ensures
timely preparation & disbursement of staff salaries, allowances and
regulatory requirements (e.g. taxes, pensions)
- Ensures
that annual audit is conducted according to procedures, the timely closure
of audit recommendations, documentation and preparation of a plan of
action and audit corrective measures are followed
- Monitor
cash flow in collaboration with the National Director; keep leadership
informed about significant operational variances from budget or other
financial issues. Supervises the preparation of cash flow and cash
transfer requests and ensures that appropriate balances are
maintained to facilitate smooth program implementation
- Supervises
bank relations and bank account activities including transfers, fees, and
interest and currency exchange rates. In compliance with organization
policies, establishes country policies regarding cash holding limits, cash
movements and fund management. Oversees the timely preparation, review and
approval of all monthly bank accounts and cash reconciliations
- Coordinates
the preparation, and implementation of the financial aspects of budget
packages (operative expenses, NSP, Grants) for the National Office and
Affiliated Entities. Monitors financial performance compared to the
budget throughout the year and takes corrective actions as appropriate
- Reviews
financial system of the affiliated entities and provide ongoing capacity
building, training and mentoring support to affiliates making sure
established standards are being followed
Required Skills
- Prior
experience in financial aspect of Grants Development and Management
preferred
- Proven
managerial skills an ability to work and communicate clearly both verbally
and in writing with employees at all levels
- Demonstrated
experience setting up effective internal controls to guide national office
finance management
- Proven
coaching and mentorship skills for direct reports
- Strong
decision making ability using good judgment and professionalism
- Good
understanding of administrative, financial and general management
principles and skilled in financial reporting, budgeting and taxes
- Experience
and proficiency on financial software and reporting systems.
- Self-guided,
strong organizational and planning skills; Ability to work independently
and under pressure
- Strong
interpersonal communicative skills
- Ability
to work and communicate with employees of all levels
- Fluency
in English required
- Ability
to overcomes challenges despite hurdles, and resolve them consistent with
ChildFund values and ways of working
- Proficiency
in Microsoft Office Programs including Excel, Word and Outlook
- Effective
under pressure, results oriented and proactive with the ability to
multi-task, inspire confidence and trust, and decisive;
Required Experience
- Minimum
university degree in business administration, accounting,
finance or related field or equivalent relevant work
experience. CPA or ACCA preferred
- 10
years progressive work experience in accounting including analysis,
financial reporting, budgeting, financial software and reporting systems;
5 years’ experience in a management role
Job Location: Monrovia, , Liberia
Position Type: Full-Time/Regular
