FHI 360 is seeking a qualified candidate who will serve as the Business Official (BO) for a potential US CDC-funded work that seeks to build upon activities to support Global Health Security (GHS) through implementation of programs and activities that focus on protecting and improving health globally through partnerships with Ministries of Health and other governmental institutions. This work will build on lessons learned from the global COVID outbreak and other significant public health events. The main outcomes of this work are to: a) Improve prevention of avoidable epidemics including naturally occurring outbreaks and intentional or accidental releases of dangerous pathogens; b) Improve ability to rapidly detect threats early, including detecting characterizing, and reporting emerging biological threats; c) Responding rapidly and effectively to public health threats of international concern.
Job Summary:
If the prospective project is awarded to FHI 360, the Business Official will support a US CDC funded project managing, preparing, administering and directing the control of the budget. They will manage the activities of the financial analyst staff. They will review and approve recommendations for financial planning and control, providing relevant fiscal information to the project director and/or the projectโs senior management team. They will assist with development and management of the projectโs internal financial audits. They may develop formal reporting system to communicate results of audit activities to project and other FHI 360โs program management and regulatory compliance agencies. They will provide leadership and technical guidance for compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Procedures (GAAP). Knowledge of Cost Accounting Standards (CAS) and Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) may also be required. Experience in comprehensive management of business support and compliance functions in organizations funded via government, contracts and grants, foundation, and commercial sources. They will select, develop and evaluate relevant personnel to ensure the efficient operation of the function. **This position is contingent upon award and donor approval.
Accountabilities:
- Reviews and analyzes monthly financial reports regarding budgets- actual and forecast.
- Provides recommendations and consults with management on financial projects and compliances.
- Participates and provides financial reporting for annual budget planning, audit reviews and assessments ensuring proper documentation and reporting.
- Engaged in the more critical and confidential aspects of financial analysis.
- Duties require broad conceptual judgment, initiative and ability to deal with a wide range of finance issues.
- Oversees cash flow forecasting ensuring liquidity for operations in the project supported countries.
- Works with confidential data, which if disclosed, might have significant internal and / or external effect.
- Keeps abreast with the latest trends in financial accounting and mentors staff.
- Ensures compliance with financial regulations, tax laws, and internal policies in the project supported countries.
- Leads risk management teams and initiatives and oversees project related insurance and liability coverage
- Builds and trains staff on financial policies and procedures, GAAP practices and client relationships.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Applied Knowledge & Skills:
- Comprehensive knowledge of concepts, practices, and procedures with accounting, financial controls and financial information systems.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Excellent and demonstrated organizational and presentation skills.
- Excellent and demonstrated project management skills.
- Ability to influence, motivates, and negotiates and work will with others.
- Is well-versed in state and federal laws and regulations that have impact on financial analysis and management controls.
- Has familiarity with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) and experience with automated financial reporting, government accounting practices, Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), and Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) systems.
- Sound knowledge and past experience with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) practices and reporting guidelines.
- Must have excellent organizational, supervisory, leadership and managerial skills.
- Ability to provide strategic leadership and advice to team, exchange information and collaborate with colleagues and peers within and outside the organization.
- Possesses a full understanding of the organizational structure, policies and practices, and the impact on own area and the entire organization.
- Must have excellent communication, diplomatic and negotiation skills.
- Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines in a timely manner.
Problem Solving & Impact:
- Works on problems moderately complex scope that require in depth evaluation of data and various factors.
- Exercises judgment within broadly defined practices and policies in selecting methods, techniques, for obtaining results.
- Decisions made generally affect company operations and may jeopardize overall business activities.
Supervision Given/Received:
- Career levelโ manager.
- Works under broad direction with considerable latitude for independent action.
- Ability to motivate, mentor, and manage individuals and groups from diverse backgrounds and expertise, resulting in high quality and timely work delivery.
- Reports to the Principal Investigator
Education:
- Bachelor's Degree or its International Equivalent.
Experience:
- Minimum of 5-8 years related work experience, including 3 years in management and 3 years working at the corporate or organization level.
- Past experience managing a financial analysis department is required.
- Must be able to read, write and speak fluent English; fluent in host country language as appropriate.
- Prior work in a non-governmental organization (NGO).
- Experience working with an international organization.
- USG, particularly US CDC or Department of State experience is required
Typical Physical Demands:
- Typical office environment.
- Ability to spend long hours looking at computer screen and doing repetitive work on a keyboard.
- Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time.
- Ability to lift/move up to 5 lbs.
Technology to be Used:
- Personal Computer/Laptop, Microsoft applications (i.e., Office 365, SharePoint, Zoom/Teams), cell phone/mobile technology, and standard office equipment.
Travel Requirements:
- Less than 10%
The expected US Based hiring salary range for this role is listed below. Candidates FHI 360 pay ranges represent national averages that vary by geographic location. When determining an offer amount, FHI 360 factors in multiple considerations, including but not limited to: relevant years of experience and education possessed by the applicant, internal equity, business sector, and budget.
Base salary is only one component of our offer. FHI 360 contributes 7% of monthly base pay to a money purchase pension plan account. Additionally, all US based staff working full-time, which is calculated at 40 hours/week, receive 18 days of paid vacation per year, 12 sick days per year, and 11 holidays per year. Paid time off is reduced pro rata for employees working less than a full-time schedule.
US Based Hiring Salary Range: USD 90,000 - 120,000 annually
International hiring ranges will differ based on locationโ
This job posting 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.
FHI 360 is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer whereby we do not engage in practices that discriminate against any person employed or seeking employment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.
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- Less than 10%
- Personal Computer/Laptop, Microsoft applications (i.e., Office 365, SharePoint, Zoom/Teams), cell phone/mobile technology, and standard office equipment.
- Bachelor's Degree or its International Equivalent.