In addition to the stated location of Montpellier, this position can also be based in Rome or other agreed CGIAR locations. Please refer to our website for more information regarding where we operate from.
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The Financial Planning and Analysis Unit is responsible for the oversight and management of long-range plans, annual budgets, forecasting, modelling, analysis and reporting across CGIAR. The Unit ensures that financial information is collated accurately and in a timely fashion from across CGIAR. The analysis and reporting of this data support senior leaders and budget holders to make decisions which secure CGIARโs standing as an effective, well-run organization.
The Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Business Partner supports budget and planning activities and the monitoring of financial results across CGIAR. The FP&A Business Partner works with senior leaders and budget holders to support them in developing their budgets and forecasts.
The FP&A Business Partner ensures that the right information is collected and consolidated from across CGIAR in a timely and efficient manner to monitor results. The FP&A Business Partner carries out extensive analysis to equip senior leaders and their teams with reports, insights and recommendations to overcome any issues that have been identified.
Duties and Responsibilities
Assess and analyze financial data and information to support the development and monitoring of CGIAR annual budgets. Analyze financial information across CGIAR Units and Centers to support the development of budgets and forecasts, providing accurate reports and insights to assist with decision-making. Highlight insights gained which are of importance to business leaders and initiate methodologies to assist with KPI identification and tracking of progress. Illustrate data, key findings and insights gained from financial analysis by producing reports which are easily understood and support effective decision-making. Engage with senior managers and their teams and provide advice, information, and insights to support effective financial functioning. Advise and support global teams with expense reviews to ensure alignment and compliance with CGIAR procedures of accounts and expense monitoring. Communicate the financial status of projects underway with partners and stakeholders, ensuring that the information is accurate, reliable and presented in a way that is suitable for the audience as requested. Establish a reporting schedule for delivering analyses and insights to senior managers and their teams to support the smooth running and financial standing of their work, highlighting potential issues as soon as possible. Assess and make recommendations to improve data collection and analytical processes to ensure that financial information is readily available and accessible. Review financial information and outputs to ensure alignment with CGIAR standards and compliance with local legislation. Assess the effectiveness of financial reporting and make recommendations to improve the quality and usefulness of dashboards and reports.Requirements
Education and Experience
Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or similar. Demonstrated Experience with Business Intelligence and Analytics. Demonstrated experience working within an international organization. Experience with data storytelling and data visualization is a plus.Key Competencies
Strong data-gathering and analytical skills. Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with various levels of stakeholders and ensure that information is shared effectively and accurately. Ability to carry out financial modelling. Highly developed communication skills and the ability to present financial information and associated insights in a format which is easily understood. Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills and ability to work collaboratively with people at all levels in a decentralized, respectful, multi-cultural, multi-disciplinary organization. Consistent record of personal integrity and upholding the highest ethical standards by inspiring trust and treating all people with respect.Language(s)
Fluency in English is essential to communicate in writing and speaking. Knowledge of a second language is desirable.The closing date for this position is 31st May 2023 at 18:00 CEST
Benefits
The successful candidate will be offered an initial three-year contract, renewable. We are an equal opportunity employer and offer a competitive compensation and benefits package. Relocation may be a possibility for the successful candidate in this position, to be discussed during the recruitment process.This is a One CGIAR position open to both internal CGIAR and external candidates. Ideally the position will be based in Montpellier or Rome, although other CGIAR locations are possible options.
Applications must be in English and submitted online by clicking the 'Apply' button below. The application process will require you to submit your contact details, a cover letter, CV, and some basic additional information. If you require assistance or face challenges in submitting your application, please email recruitment@cgiar.org with the position title in the subject line. Please note we will not accept applications through this email.
CGIAR is committed to fair, safe, and inclusive workplaces. We believe that diversity powers our innovation contributes to excellence, and is critical for our mission. We offer a multi-cultural, multi-color, multi-generational, multi-disciplinary, collegial working environment with a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and flexible working arrangements. We are creating an inclusive organization that reflects our global character and commitment to gender equity. We, therefore, encourage applicants from all cultures, races, ethnicities, religions, sexes, national or regional origins, ages, disability statuses, sexual orientations, and gender identities. If you require accommodation due to a disability, please email your request to recruitment@cgiar.org and include โDiversity and Inclusion Accommodationโ in the subject line. Apply Now