Senior Finance and Operations Manager

Closing date: 23 Aug 2013

Founded in 1965, Counterpart International is a diverse, non-profit, international development organization dedicated to working in partnership to empower people, communities and institutions to drive and sustain their own long-term development. Counterpart does this by building the capacity of local partner nongovernmental organizations, lenders, businesses, governments and other institutions to solve their own self-defined economic, ecological, political, and social problems in ways that are sustainable, practical, and independent.

SUMMARY: Counterpart International is seeking a Finance and Operations Manager for a 5-year, $10 million Leadership Development Program in Bangladesh. The program aims to promote community leaders and youth as change agents for democracy and development by promoting greater understanding of democratic practices and values and providing opportunities for community leaders and young people to engage in community development. With the support and under the supervision of the Chief of Party (COP), the Finance and Operations Manager will be responsible for all financial, accounting, procurement and compliance aspects of the program. Key responsibilities include:

RESPONSIBILITIES: • Oversee the preparation of internal financial and budget reports, and keep records of and follow-up on all reports submitted by the field office to Counterpart HQ. • Monitor budgets and inform management about their status; prepare burn trackers and spending projections. • Review and monitor internal control systems and procedures on a regular basis to ensure compliance, transparency and effective utilization of resources. • Monitor cash and bank operations. • Supervise and ensure timely submission of financial reporting to Counterpart HQ. • In coordination with Counterpart HQ, ensure the submission of financial reports to the USAID. • Oversee day to day operations (including procurement). • Supervise the administration and procurement unit and ensure its efficient and effective operation. • Oversee development of key HR policies and personnel manual, and ensure their adherence to local labor laws. • Oversee day to day personnel issues, staff development and training activities.

REQUIREMENTS: • BA Finance/Accounting or equivalent. CPA, MBA or Master’s in accounting, finance or other relevant field is preferred. • 7 years’ experience working with international NGOs in management positions with Finance, Administration and Human Resources functions. • Experience with the financial management of USAID funded programs/projects required. • Experience with Excel and QuickBooks. Experience using Microsoft Dynamics accounting products preferred. • Excellent communication, problem-solving, teamwork and leadership skills. • Understanding of the socio-cultural issues and nuances of working with community, civil society and government settings is highly desirable. • English fluency required.

How to apply:

http://www.counterpart.org/working-with-us

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