Finance Manager Jobs In Egypt And Career In AMIDEAST Giza Office Vacancies In Cairo 2014
Finance Manager
Job Title
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Finance Manager
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Position Classification
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Full time
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Unit / Department
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Finance
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Reports to:
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Country Director
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Location
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AMIDEAST Giza Office, Egypt
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Overview:
The Finance/Accounting Manager should be responsible for AMIDEAST field
office accounting, budgeting, forecasting, reporting, cash management and
analysis operations, reporting directly to the Country Director with the
capacity to liaise with the Regional Finance Director and HQ Controller.
Tasks and Responsibilities:
Finance
Monitor the AMIDEAST financials to ensure appropriate design,
implementation and management of all financial systems;
Direct the preparation and negotiation of proposed project, grant and
services for a fee budgets and modifications, and coordinate with
partners/donors as appropriate ensuring compliance with international and local
donor procedures and regulations in implementation of all program activities;
Manage, monitor, and update project budgets and obligated funds and also
review and analyze variations and share with donors as may be required;
Supervise, manage and maintain organization finances, transactions,
purchase orders, contracts, and petty cash;
Designing the AMIDEADT Egypt finance manual in coordination with the
Regional Director and HQ
Providing assistance and guidance to all project managers on
comprehending financial and labor reports
Lead development of AMIDEAST’s field office annual operating budget,
rolling forecasts, and related internal management and operational reporting.
Reviews and assists the Country Director in monitoring field office
(functional) and program financial performance keeping management abreast of
current and projected performance and trends.
Provide training to staff on budgeting, accounting procedures and other
relevant areas as needed;
Work closely with HQ Controller and Regional Finance Director in
response to external audits, as well as with our Internal Auditor on internal
audits
Works closely with HQ Treasury department to effectively prepare
accurate cash forecasts and weekly cash positions
Liaise with HSBC bank on operational matters; prepare and transmit
domestic and international wires, Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) payments
(where available).
Prepare financial reports as required for program sponsors in
coordination with HQ accounting and HQ contracts and grants departments.
Accounting
Participates in the proposal pricing process as a key member of proposal
team..
Monitors and reviews field office (functional) and program financial
performance keeping management abreast of current and projected performance and
trends.
Work closely with the Country Director, HQ Controller and Regional
Finance Director in response to external and internal audits.
Supervise all financial staff in Cairo and Alexandria and serve as the
point person for organization-related financial queries, coordinating all
correspondence from Head Quarters in DC regarding wiring of cash, payments and
other financial matters together with effective preparation of accurate cash
forecasts and weekly cash positions;
Oversight of all field office accounting including monthly closing
process, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll and monthly
reconciliation activities. All to be completed on a timely manner and in
accordance with HQ standardized processes;
Review and clear vouchers for disbursement to vendors, contactors,
consultants, suppliers and employees;
Develop, review, and punctually submit monthly, quarterly, and annual
financial statements/reports for donors as may be required by grant/donor
agreements and in coordination with HQ accounting and HQ contracts and grants
departments;
Ensure staff liaises with the bank on day to day operational matters;
Ensure preparation and transmission of domestic and international wires,
Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) payments (where available).
Ensure that monthly staff timesheets are signed and approved in a timely
manner.
Ensure compliance with local statutes, including internal reviews and
annual audits, etc;
Maximize the use of our transactional accounting system - Deltek
Costpoint, as well as the AMIDEAST’s proprietary SRA (point of sale system).
Oversee training and development of accounting staff as required.
Other accounting/finance and analysis duties as assigned.
Demonstrates world class cultural attributes and behaviors in all
interactions with country directors, project managers, department heads, and
senior staff.
Qualifications Required:
Required:
BA/BS (or equivalent) in Finance, Accounting, or related field required,
Higher Degree or Certification preferable.
At least 8 years experience as an Operations and/or Finance Manager,
preferably with a donor-funded project;
CPA/CMA
Proficiency in English spoken and written – TOEIC Score of 800
Understanding of non-profits relative to FASB and GAAP rules
Understanding of OMB Circulars A-110 and A-122 preferred
Experience with successful implementation of technical assistance
cooperative agreements and contracts in Egypt with international programs
and knowledge of their policies and procedures;
Experience in Grants Management with knowledge of contracts and grants.
Demonstrated capacity to create and/or maintain systems and procedures
for managing multiple programs/grants with different partners and
beneficiaries
Experience coordinating interface between technical, administrative and
financial departments;
Experience conducting oversight of similar duties in prior USAID
projects/programs;
Awareness of special tax laws and regulations that affect the business
Understanding of audits to be able to interface effectively with outside
auditors
System and Excel skills required
Preferred:
MBA holder will be an added value.
Technical Competencies
Analyze complex financial business situations and design innovative
solutions
Serve as a key resource on technical concerns/challenges
Demonstrate an advanced level of technical skills in carrying out the
responsibilities of this position that require profound knowledge in: Budgeting
and Financial Analysis; Financial/Accounting policies, procedures and common
practices; Risk Management; Cash Management and Banking Relations; Monitoring
and Evaluation of financial/accounting treatments and processes; Payroll
Administration; Egyptian Taxes and Applications.
Core Competencies
Exceptional strategic thinking and business oriented philosophy
Experience leading and managing change
Communication, interpersonal and teamwork skills
Strong Analytical thinking, problem solving and decision making ability
Effective planning and organizing skills
Good computer skills (windows, Microsoft Office, accounting package
software);
Ability to lead and manage a team
Willingness to learn and take on increasing responsibilities;
Ability and willingness to work in a challenging and dynamic
environment
Understanding:
This Postion Posting is not intended to be all-inclusive, and the
employee will also perform other reasonable related business duties. AMIDEAST
reserves the right to change job duties and responsibilities as needed. This
Postion Posting does not constitute a written or implied contract of
employment.
TO APPLY:
This position is being posted both internally and externally from March
30th, 2014 to April 10th, 2014. All interested applicants should submit an
updated resume and a cover letter via e-mail to HR-Egypt@amideast.org .
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