Manager Sr., Finance

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Title: Senior Manager- Finance
• Div/Dept: Global Finance and Account Service Team (GFAST)
• Location: Delhi, India
• Reporting Relationship: Director- Finance

Job Summary

The Senior Manager- Finance will be responsible for providing support to the Director – Finance in providing support to develop budget proposals, preparing and analyzing periodic financial reports to all external and internal stakeholders or audiences regardless of funding sources, and preparing financial statements as needed by the country offices. She or he will also be responsible for reforesting the Finance Director in the analysis, consolidation and, review of monthly financial reports and other periodic financial data analysis, managing financial risks as well as compliance to policies and procedures of the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Remain alert and responsive to any child safeguarding risks, acquire relevant knowledge and skills which will enable you to promote strong safeguarding practices, understand the child safeguarding policy and procedures, and conduct yourself in a manner consistent with the Child Safeguarding Policy.
• Coordinate with the GSS Accounting Team as needed to ensure aligned accounting to support reporting and management needs.
• Support the CO teams in developing budgets and budget notes for proposals.
• Maintain an updated pricing table/s for budget proposal development use.
• Carry out capacity assessments for potential partners and DI locations.
• Maintain a comprehensive system for cash-flow forecasting and budget monitoring for LPs and Direct Implementation
• Review periodic financial reports for all external and internal stakeholders
• Facilitate the close-out process of grants and reporting requirements and support close-out audit facilitation.
• Monitor Forex fluctuations and risks affecting operations and recommend appropriate action.
• Ensure an adequate internal control environment to mitigate or reduce opportunities for fraud and errors.
• Other tasks assigned Finance Director.

Qualifications/Experience

• 5+ years’ experience in international finance or financial management; exposure to INGO finance environment preferred
• Demonstration of knowledge of generally accepted international accounting principles, internal controls, auditing, and grants management
• Demonstrated ability to lead strategic initiatives
• Evidence of critical and analytical thinking; pragmatic problem-solver/able to confront issues & achieve effective resolution
• Ability to train/develop others in financial management & accounting
• Cross-cultural sensitivity & experience
• Effective under pressure, results-oriented & proactive
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional integrity
• Computer literate – Word processing, spreadsheets, internet
• Fluency in English required, proficiency in other CO dialects desirable
• Required travel of 20 – 30% in operating areas

Education/Certifications

• Master/Post Graduate degree in Finance, Accounting, Business or equivalent, and relevant work
• Five years experience in a similar position or full qualification in a recognized accountancy body such as ICAI/ ICWAI preferred.

Disclaimer: This job description is not an exhaustive list of the skill, efforts, duties, and responsibilities associated with the position.

Note: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

ChildFund International is committed to safeguarding the interests, rights, and well-being of children with whom it is in contact and to conducting its programs and operations in a manner that is safe for children.