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  • Posted: Mar 23, 2017
    Deadline: Mar 23, 2017
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    Driven by the vision that everyone needs a decent place to live, Habitat for Humanity began in 1976 as a grassroots effort on a community farm in southern Georgia. The Christian housing organization has since grown to become a leading global nonprofit working in nearly 1,400 communities throughout the U.S. and in more than 70 countries. Families and individu...
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    Regional Finance Manager (EMEA)

    Job description

    Habitat for Humanity International is seeking a professional and seasoned finance professional to fill the role of Regional Finance Manager for the Europe, Middle East and Africa region. This position will be hired locally and will be based at our office in Pretoria, South Africa. Required travel up to 40% within the region.

    Our Area Finance team provides the financial management and oversight for our Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) area’s assets and resources in 20+ countries throughout the area. As a member of our Regional Finance team, you’ll work directly with the Grants Manager to assist the Programs and/or Resource Development department in the development and design of grant proposals, you’ll partner with the Internal Controls Manager to provide valuable feedback to support and develop local programs, and you’ll coordinate with key departments to ensure the financial and statistical reports reflect the most accurate and reliable information possible. You consider yourself an analytical individual, capable of taking complex issues and working through the various elements to provide sound advice to management on the strategic planning, development of the area, and implementations of the various programs throughout Europe, Middle East, and Africa.

    As an added ‘benefit’ to the role, you’ll enjoy travelling throughout EMEA, while working with National Directors and National Finance Managers to provide ongoing financial support to improve financial performance within the country offices. You will utilize your passion and intricate understanding of nonprofit finance to further the amazing work in the EMEA area. As a member of this team, you’ll interact with individuals at all levels throughout the organization, whether it is the CEO or CFO from a National Organization or a member of a partner organization. Additionally, you are responsible for managing staff that provides the financial support with the National Programs, including financial analysis and monitoring. You will report to our area’s Director of Finance and Administration.

    You are patient, well-versed in successfully interacting with people from diverse backgrounds, beliefs, and cultures. You utilize diplomacy to reach desired outcomes and are considered an accomplished facilitator with an interest in further developing a strong career in finance.

    Key Areas Of Responsibility

    • Financial Management and Technical Oversight
      • Monitor and ensure all Habitat for Humanity International Branch/NO financial operations are carried out according to Habitat for Humanity International policies/procedures in addition to International Accounting Standards (GAAP, IFRS) and within local laws
    • Audits (External and Internal)
      • Coordinate the planning, preparation and completion of Habitat for Humanity International Branch Audits in line with Habitat for Humanity International external audit policy whilst ensuring all timelines met
    • Financial Planning and Budgeting
      • Support EMEA Area Office Programs Department in the development of Branch/National Organization annual plans and budgets
    • International Transfers
      • Review, approve, track and report International monetary transfer requests within the EMEA area
    • Policies and Procedures
      • Support the Branches, National Organizations, and Internal Controls in the roll out of new policies & procedures; ensure the effectiveness and efficiency of controls in place
    • Capacity building
      • Serve as SME and consultant to Branches and National Organizations on financial issues, providing support in areas such as accounting, reporting, cash-flows, systems, policies & procedures, and internal controls

    Requirements

    • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or other similar fields OR a combination of relevant academic qualifications and work experience
    • 7+ years of experience in international accounting and/or financial management, including experience at management level
    • 3+ years of experience in grant management or fund/project accounting
    • Solid experience with GAAP reporting
    • Experience using Sun Systems or equivalent accounting software
    • Fluency in English (both written and spoken) and strong communication skills
    • Patience and perseverance and the ability to use diplomacy and persuasion to address issues and effect change

    Preferred

    • 2+ years’ auditing experience
    • 4+ years of experience at an NGO or nonprofit
    • CPA or chartered accountant
    • Experience installing and training computerized accounting systems
    • Fluency in French, Portuguese, Russian or Arabic a distinct advantage

    Priority will be given to local candidates.

    Method of Application

    Interested and qualified? Go to Habitat for Humanity International on www.habitat.org to apply

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