Finance Manager (Cluster of Chad, Cameroon, Central Africa Republic) in Chad | and 2 more | (On-site) at Catholic Relief Services

Position title: Finance Manager (Cluster of Chad, Cameroon, Central Africa Republic)

Location: Chad | and 2 more | (On-site)
Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration with courses in accounting, or a qualification in accounting (CPA/ACCA or equivalent).
• Minimum of 6 years' experience in a similar position; additional education may substitute for some experience.
• Substantial budgeting, budget/expense analysis, and accounting experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in related field with a focus on accounting preferred.
• A professional certification in accounting or a related field is highly preferred.
• Experience in an International NGO.
• Experience with Knowledge of relevant public donors’ regulations is highly preferred.
• Experience with financial reporting software highly preferred
• Experience managing a team of finance professionals.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Proficient in Oracle ERP as well as MS Office packages (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio), and Web Conferencing Applications.
• Strong experience in presenting and facilitating trainings on financial management topics.
• Knowledge of local law in taxation and local regulatory reporting procedures.
• Staff management experience.
• Excellent analytical skills with ability to make sound judgment and decisions
• Very good planning, monitoring and organizational skills
• Ability to act ethically in accordance with recognized professional and organizational codes of ethics
• Ability to leverage a proactive, resourceful, solutions oriented and results-oriented
• Ability to work collaboratively

Required Languages – English and French

Travel - Must be willing and able to travel up to 35%.

Supervisory Responsibilities - Yes

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.