JOB PURPOSEResponsible for all aspects of financial management, including corporate accounting, regulatory and financial reporting, budget and forecasts preparation, as well as development of internal control policies and procedures.SPECIFIC DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Oversee all accounts, ledgers, and reporting systems ensuring compliance with appropriate standards and regulatory requirements.
Maintain internal control and safeguards for receipt of revenue, costs, and program budgets and actual expenditures.
Coordinate all audit activity.
Consistently analyze financial data and present financial reports in an accurate and timely manner; clearly communicate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements; monitor progress and changes and keep senior leadership abreast of financial status;
Assist leadership in the annual budgeting and planning process; administer and review all financial plans and compare to actual results with a view to identify, explain, and correct variances as appropriate.
Manage and comply with local, state, and federal government reporting requirements and tax filings
Support the Accountant in engaging the board’s audit and finance committees around issues and trends in financial operating models and delivery.
Oversee all financial, project/program and grants accounting; ensure that expenditures are consistently aligned with grant and program budgets throughout the grant/fund period; collate financial reporting materials for government, corporate, and foundation grants;
Manage organizational cash flow forecasting by working in partnership with the program vice presidents; continuously collaborate with program vice presidents to assess the financial efficacy of program operations and establish finance and administrative systems to support program operations.
Manage and track the performance of invested assets in keeping with policies and investment guidelines.
QUALIFICATION
A degree in Accounting, Finance or any relevant field
Chartered Accountant or equivalent
Minimum 4 years of demonstrated work experience in finance and business management
A demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and effectively (oral and written), establish trust quickly, and create win-win situations.
MBA (Added advantage)
Experience in working in multiple organizations with emphasis on communicating and decision making with demonstrated ability to work under pressure
Experience with business processes and systems should include systems development, planning, forecasting, order processing, invoicing, credit, collection, sales credit tracking and filing for tax.
Experience in the design, implementation and monitoring of internal controls and compliance.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED
Knowledge of generally accepted accounting and internal control principles.
Knowledge of statutory provisions.
Strong analytical, problem solving and decision making skills to evaluate alternatives and provide recommendations on business issues.
Excellent written and oral communications skills.
Technology savvy with experience selecting and overseeing software installations and managing relationships with software vendors; advanced knowledge of accounting and reporting software
Ability and desire to translate complex financial concepts to individuals at all levels including finance and non-finance managers
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