Finance Manager Job Description
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We are currently seeking a qualified candidate for the Finance Manager position for an upcoming FCDO-funded Public Financial Management (PFM) and service delivery programme in Kinshasa, South Kivu and Kasai, DRC. This position is contingent upon award of this project to FHI 360.
Job Summary:
The Finance Manager will be responsible for the financial health of the PARI-TACS project. They will produce financial reports, direct investment activities, and develop strategies and plans for the long-term financial goals of the project.
Key Responsibilities:
Financial Management:
Oversee financial operations including invoicing, accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, cost accounting, payroll, and tax compliance.
Develop and maintain financial accounting systems for cash management, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and petty cash.
Review monthly results and implement monthly variance reporting.
Budgeting and Forecasting:
Assists in the development of annual budgets and its monitoring. Work closely with the technical team to monitor programme budgets.
Work closely with technical team for smooth and effective programme implementation and cash flow projections.
Work with Team Lead and Programme Manager to create, implement, and monitor systems for budget pipelines and projections.
Develop and manage financial controls in accordance with the projectโs procedures.
Prepare annual budget in consultation with the Project Director and team.
Monitor and analyse monthly operating results against budget.
Reporting:
Coordinate with inventory staff to ensure non-consumable items are properly recorded.
Coordinate the compiling of periodic and monthly financial reports and statements for submission to HQ.
Develop quarterly accruals report for the submission to FCDO and FHI 360.
Prepare Government of DRC mandated financial and tax reports as well as donor reports.
Work with the selected audit firm to implement annual audit as mandated by the Government of DRC.
Prepare financial analysis for contract negotiations and product investment decisions.
Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal budgetary reporting requirements.
Prepare accurate and timely monthly financial reports.
Qualifications:
Bachelorโs degree in business administration, finance, accounting or related field โ Masterโs degree preferred.
8+ years of experience in project finance with the minimum of 3 years of financial and budget management experience.
Strong working knowledge of FCDO financial management policies, procedures and practices.
Must have demonstrable hands-on experience with an accounting system and high-degree of competency in MS Excel and other accounting packages.
Strong working knowledge of DRC Government mandated financial reporting requirements.
Attention to detail and strong numeracy skills; strong organizational and prioritization skills.
Ability to work both independently and in a team; proven analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Experience working on multi-cultural teams.
Excellent communication skills.
Fluency in French โ English proficiency preferred.
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