FHI 360 is currently seeking a qualified Finance and Operations Director for an upcoming five-year USAID Liberia Health Systems Strengthening (HSS) project. Working under the leadership of the Chief of Party as a key member of the senior management team, the Finance and Operations Director will be responsible for financial analysis, planning, and oversight to support effective implementation. He/she will supervise the finance and operations department processes. The position will be based in Monrovia, and is contingent upon award to FHI 360.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Oversee all aspects of financial management, including financial systems implementation, budgeting, expenditure tracking, and the project’s financial reporting
- Develop key operational and financial management and reporting systems that comply with USAID, FHI 360 and local government policies
- Establish and monitor compliance standards, including development of project policies and manuals
- Provide oversight to financial and administrative teams, including human resources
- Ensure financial project reporting and manage subcontractor financial and compliance processes
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- A minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree required (or foreign equivalent) in Business, Accounting, Finance, or related field relevant to the position requirements (Master’s degree strongly preferred)
- Must have at least 5 years of experience in financial management for USAID-funded projects, experience working with USAID contracts preferred
- Significant experience with automated financial reporting, government accounting practices, Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), and Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) systems; expert level knowledge and past experience with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), practices and reporting guidelines
- Must have excellent communication, diplomatic, and negotiation skills, including experience working at a home office/headquarters
- Ability to multi-task, meet deadlines, and accomplish goals
- Prior experience working in Liberia preferred
- Proficiency in oral and written communication in English required
This job description summarizes the main duties of the job. It neither prescribes nor restricts the exact tasks that may be assigned to carry out these duties. This document should not be construed in any way to represent a contract of employment. Management reserves the right to review and revise this document at any time.
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