IRC Roving Finance Controller Jobs in Kenya
Background:
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises and helps people to survive and rebuild their lives. Founded in 1933 at the request of Albert Einstein, the IRC offers lifesaving care and life-changing assistance to refugees forced to flee from war or disaster.
At work today in over 30 countries and 22 U.S. cities, we restore safety, dignity and hope to millions who are uprooted and struggling to endure. The IRC leads the way from harm to home.
The IRC Finance department seeks to achieve excellence in financial management by providing accurate and timely financial information to IRC management and programs and by adhering to established financial practices and accounting principles.
The Global Finance Team does this by supporting and training finance staff in-country program offices, by implementing and monitoring the implementation of IRC and donor policies and procedures, and by gathering the necessary financial information in preparation of the organization’s financial statements and providing high-quality strategic finance partnering and leadership.
Job Overview:
Upon request, the Roving Finance Controller provides technical assistance to field programs and staff in matters of financial processes & procedures and will therefore be deployed to IRC field offices in various countries on a temporary basis. This position includes constant international travel to developing countries and requires high flexibility in terms of physical movement from country to country and duration of assignments.
Major Responsibilities:
Temporarily assume the position of the country or program office’s Deputy Director Finance until permanent staff can be identified and trained (including);
Closely monitors financial activities and advises the Country Director on the financial performance of the office, issues with internal controls or financial management
Ensures monthly balance sheet reconciliations are completed on a timely basis
Manages the finance department activities and schedules to meet the financial reporting requirements and deadlines specified by headquarters and donors
Ensures in-country internal control reviews of operations are regularly undertaken
Facilitates external, internal, donor or government audits
Maintains current knowledge of local government requirements related to finance and complies with tax and other legal requirements
Deploy to country or program offices to act as a surge finance staff, lead budget developments, and contribute to other financial activities as needed
Oversee the preparation and revision of grant proposal budgets; supports programs with guidance on costing and inputs in creating budgets for submission
Prepares and maintains the country’s annual operating budget; ensures cost coverage for in-country operating costs and updates the operating budget regularly
Presents and facilitates the review of actual to budget expenditures with the Country Director and program managers
Assist field offices with onboarding for the new Deputy Director of Finance and/or Finance Manager as required
Provide training and support to financial and non-financial staff regarding IRC financial procedures and internal controls
Work with the Regional Finance Directors, Deputy Director Finance and Country Director to develop the job descriptions and Terms of Reference (TOR) of various finance field positions
Meet with the respective Country Director and Deputy Director, Finance at the beginning and end of each assignment to discuss terms of reference and the outcome of the deployment
Assist with the rollout of IRC’s new ERP system
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of changes in IRC financial policy and financial systems
Assist HQ finance with other duties as required
Job Requirements:
Work Experience:
Minimum 6 years of progressive NGO accounting experience in an international development environment
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration; Master’s Degree a plus
Demonstrated Skills and Competencies:
Fluency in English and Spanish is required. Additional fluency in French is a plus
Ability and willingness to travel to different Country Programs as needs arise
Detailed knowledge of fund accounting, procurement and financial management of USAID and UN cooperative agreements
Ability to present sophisticated financial information in a succinct and compelling manner, and to solve complex matters through the use of analyses, data-sharing, and cooperation
Preferred experience & skills:
Professional finance certification is highly desirable (e.g. CPA/CA)
Experience within a humanitarian emergency setting is highly desirable
Knowledge of US Government, European Union, and United Nations donor reporting regulations highly desirable
Previous work experience with a major general ledger software package – experience with MS D365 preferred
Highly reliable and flexible approach to professional responsibilities: the ability to change course at a moment’s notice yet remain focused and productive, as well as the ability to work independently and as part of a team
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and diplomatic skills: the ability to effectively liaise with colleagues in diverse multicultural environments
Solid organizational skills: the ability to be productive under pressure in a fast-paced team environment
Strong digital literacy: facility with MS Word, Excel, various accounting software, and email/internet software
Demonstrated ability to thrive in a matrix management environment
How to Apply
For more information and job application details, see; IRC Roving Finance Controller Jobs in Kenya
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