Head of Finance Department

Main responsibilities include:

• Develop and implement financial policies, procedures, and systems to ensure efficient and transparent financial operations.
• Prepare and monitor the annual budget in collaboration with the relevant departments.
• Conduct financial analysis, forecasting, and risk assessment to support decision-making processes.
• Monitor and manage cash flow, including timely disbursements and receipts.
• Oversee financial transactions, such as accounts payable and receivable, payroll, and procurement, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Prepare timely and accurate financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.
• Ensure compliance with financial reporting standards and regulatory requirements.
• Provide financial reports and analysis to the management team, board of directors, and external stakeholders as required.
• Develop and maintain financial controls to safeguard assets and prevent fraud.
• Coordinate the financial aspects of grant proposals, budgets, and financial reports for donors and funding agencies.
• Monitor and track grant expenditures, ensuring compliance with donor requirements.
• Collaborate with program managers to ensure proper financial tracking of project expenses and revenue.
• Lead, mentor, and supervise finance department staff, fostering a positive and productive work environment.
• Conduct performance evaluations, provide feedback, and identify training needs.
• Coordinate external audits and facilitate the implementation of audit recommendations.
• Liaise with auditors, tax authorities, and other stakeholders as required.
• Maintain an effective internal control system to safeguard assets and ensure the accuracy of financial records.

Key Requirements:

• Financial Management and reporting
• Grant and Donor Management:
• Team Management and Capacity Building of the finance department.
• Ensuring compliance with financial policies and processes.
• Conducting regular audits on financial data, documents and processes.
• Ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and accounting standards.
• Risk Management and identification and developing strategies to mitigate them.
• Stay updated on financial best practices and recommend improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

Education and Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or a related field.
• A master's degree or professional certification (e.g., CPA, ACCA).
• Minimum 5-year proven experience in a senior financial management role, preferably in an NGO or nonprofit sector.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial regulations, and reporting standards.
• Proficiency in financial software and advanced Microsoft Skills.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Effective leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact with diverse stakeholders.
• Attention to detail, integrity, and a commitment to upholding ethical standards.
• Experience working with donors and managing grants is an advantage.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, time-management, multi-tasking and decision-making abilities.
• Superior time management skills and the ability to juggle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Fluency in Arabic and English (Oral and written) French is a plus.
• Prior experience with USAID and UN Agencies funded projects is a plus.
• High levels of emotional intelligence, flexibility, and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.