Regional Senior Finance Manager, CWARO in Baltimore, Maryland at Catholic Relief Services

Position title: Regional Senior Finance Manager, CWARO

Location: Global, Benin | (Remote)
Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance. Master’s degree or CPA a plus.
• Minimum of 7 years’ progressive accounting experience in the non-profit sector with at least 2 years’ experience in management role.
• Work experience with ERP systems.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated familiarity with GAAP and proven general knowledge of Fund Accounting
• Knowledge of U.S. Government and major non-USG donors funding regulations.
• Excellent communication skills, ability to communicate effectively in a multi-cultural environment.
• Ability to present complex financial information in a succinct and compelling manner.
• Strong leadership and team management skills. Excellent relationship management skills with ability to negotiate, influence and get buy-in from people not under direct supervision.
• Ability to leverage a highly analytical, problem solving and results orientated mindset. Strong organization skills.
• Flexible work attitude: the ability to work productively in a team environment & independently and ability to meet unexpected demands.
• Strong Computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, various accounting software, and email/internet software,
• Preferred location within close time zone of the CWARO region and in CRS office locations. Flexibility to adjust work hours to support regional & HQ needs.

Agency Competencies (for all CRS Staff):

• Personal Accountability – Consistently takes responsibility for one’s own actions.
• Acts with Integrity - Consistently models values aligned with CRS Guiding Principles and mission. Is considered honest.
• Builds and Maintains Trust - Shows consistency between words and actions.
• Collaborates with Others – Works effectively in intercultural and diverse teams.
• Open to Learn – Seeks out experiences that may change perspective or provide an opportunity to learn new things.

Agency Leadership Competencies:

• Lead Change – Continually looks for ways to improve the agency through a culture of agility, openness, and innovation.
• Develops and Recognizes Others – Builds the capacity of staff to reach their full potential and enhance team and agency performance.
• Strategic Mindset – Understands role in translating, communicating, and implementing agency strategy and team priorities.

WHAT WE OFFER

CRS offers U.S. based staff a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, life insurance, vision, and a generous retirement savings plan. Benefits packages for successful candidates employed outside the U.S. are based on the country of employment/in-country office where the candidate will perform the role. CRS´ work culture is a collaborative, mission-driven culture committed to improving the lives of the poor throughout the world.

CRS is proud to be an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Selection and hiring decisions are made without regard to sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, age, disability, religion, national origin, color, veteran status or any other protected area.