Finance Director
Finance Director (Accountable Local Governance Proposal)
Background:
Creative Associates International is a dynamic, fast-growing global development firm that specializes in education, economic growth, democratic institutions and stabilization. Based in Washington, D.C., Creative has a field presence in more than 25 countries with a strong client portfolio that includes the U.S. Agency for International Development and the State Department, among others. Since its founding in 1977, Creative has earned a solid reputation among its clients and is well-regarded by competitors and partners alike.
Position Summary:
The Finance Director will be based in Ramallah. S/he will provide overall financial management and oversight for the anticipated USAID funded project in Ramallah and will work closely with the Chief of Party (COP). This position will also be a liaison with headquarters to ensure full compliance with regulations and policies related to the implementation of effective internal controls.
Reporting & Supervision:
The Finance Director will report to the COP and supervise the finance team members.
Responsibilities:
- Establish and maintain financial management and accounting control systems for program expenditures;
- Ensure that the project meets all donor contractual requirements and complies with donor policies and regulations;
- Ensure accurate and timely information is provided, to assist in the day-to-day management of the project and to drive management, strategic and budgetary decisions;
- Ensure project liquidity and establish appropriate checks and balances to mitigate financial risks and conflicts of interest;
- Track the transfer of funds between headquarters and the field office and manage accounting and finance records of in-country expenses, including developing tracking and monitoring all financial project activities, and maintaining current project expense data;
- Ensure all financial records are audit ready, establish cost and fiscal controls and enforce stringent international financial & auditing standards that ensure efficiency, accountability and compliance;
- Lead the development of the monthly projections, annual budget, forecasts, pipeline analysis, budget realignment, fund obligation requests and support the development of the annual workplan;
- Direct the formation and implementation of financial, compliance policies and procedures, guiding policy decisions and providing technical expertise;
- Provide guidance to support teams on compliance requirements of client, local tax and labor laws;
- Work closely with field-based subcontractors to ensure budgets, projections, and invoices are completed according to Creative/USAID policies and procedures;
- Ensure all procurement processes are fair and transparent, reviewing financial compliance, and monitoring subcontract implementation;
- Verify all the project procurements prior to execution and determine source selection methods for complex procurements to ensure compliance with Creative polices and USG rules and regulations;
- Secure USG vetting clearance for all the vendors selected for the project procurements;
- Manage personnel and payroll office staff and procedures;
- Develop financial procedures manual;
- Provide financial management and systems training for project staff;
- Lead on all financial close-out of project activities and ensure complete documentation is secured; and
- Other related duties as assigned.
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Qualifications:
- Master’s Degree in accounting, business, financial management or related field with at least 10 years of work experience is required;
- Previous financial management of a donor-funded project in Palestine;
- Public or private sector management, financial analysis, cost accounting and relevant experience preferably in developing countries;
- Demonstrated capacity to supervise a complex financial management or general ledger system;
- Competent in using computers and financial software;
- Experience managing teams;
- Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills;
- Excellent written and spoken English essential;
- Ability to work under pressure and efficiently handle multiple tasks; and
- Ability to work under own initiative or as a part of a team
Candidates should submit their CV to [email protected]. Please include "Finance Director" in the subject line.
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