Chef för ekonomi/administration
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Jobdescription:
Financial Management
• Analyze and present financial reports in an accurate and timely manner; clearly communicate monthly and annual financial statements; collate financial reporting materials for all donor segments, and oversee all financial, project/program and grants accounting.
• Implement a robust contracts management and financial management/ reporting system; Coordinate and lead the annual audit process, liaise with external auditors and the board of directors; assess any changes necessary.
• Oversee and lead annual budgeting and planning process in conjunction with the ED; administer and review all financial plans and budgets; monitor progress and changes and keep senior leadership team abreast of the organization's financial status. - Build the capacity of field-based Finance Managers and other finance staff as needed in Addis Ababa, Nairobi, Khartoum and Bukavu.
• Manage organizational cash flow and forecasting.
• Ensure that the billing and payment schedules are adhered to and that financial data and cash flow are steady and support operational requirements.
• Update and implement all necessary policies and accounting practices; improve the finance department's overall policy and procedure manual.
• Effectively communicate and present the critical financial matters to the board of directors.
• Accountable to develop financial policies and procedures consistent with moral and ethical organizational principles, in line with LPI guidelines and in consultation with SMT, in order to ensure responsible and contribute to the effective use of public donations.
• Accountable to develop program to ensure adequate financial systems and controls are in place and the financial procedures and policies are being followed.
• Human Resources, Technology and Administration Further develop LPI's human resources and administration, enhancing professional development, compensation and benefits, performance evaluation, training and recruiting.
• Ensure that recruiting processes are consistent and streamlined across the organization.
• Work closely and transparently with all external partners including third-party vendors and consultants.
• Oversee administrative functions as well as facilities to ensure efficient and consistent operations as the organization scales.
Qualifications:
• Minimum of a B.A. in business or personnel administration, ideally with an MBA/CPA or related degree.
• At least 7-10 years of overall professional experience; ideally 6+ years of broad financial and operations management experience. - Experience of final responsibility for the quality and content of all financial data, reporting and audit coordination for either a division or significant program area, and has preferably overseen a human resources function previously.
• Experience from NGO and development cooperation work, preferably with field experience.
• Ability to translate financial concepts to - and to effectively collaborate with - programmatic and fundraising colleagues who do not necessarily have finance backgrounds.
• A track record in grants management .
• Technology savvy with experience selecting and overseeing software installations and managing relationships with software vendors; knowledge of accounting and reporting software.
• A successful track record in setting priorities; keen analytic, organization and problem solving skills which support and enable sound decision making.
• Excellent communication and relationship building skills with an ability to prioritize, negotiate, and work with a variety of internal and external stakeholders.
• Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and dedication to the mission of LPI.
• Language skills: proficiency in Swedish and English required, French knowledge is a merit.
Varaktighet, arbetstid
Tillsvidare
Heltid
Publiceringsdatum2016-07-20TillträdeSeptember 2016
ErsättningFast månads- vecko- eller timlön
Så ansöker duPlease send CV and cover letter (written in English) to
applications@life-peace.org . Please indicate job reference "DFA 16" in subject line. Kindly note that applications are only accepted via e-mail and that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
Ansökan kan skickas till e-postadress:
applications@life-peace.orgFöretagLife & Peace Institute
AdressLife & Peace Institute
75322 UPPSALA
KontorsadressKungsängsgatan 17
Övriga kontaktuppgifterTelefonnummer: 018-660136
E-postadress:
applications@life-peace.org Jobbnummer 2961808
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