Finance Quality Assurance and Compliance Support
Job Description
Job Posting Organization:
Action Against Hunger is a leading global organization dedicated to ending world hunger. Established as a nonprofit, it operates in 55 countries and employs approximately 8,990 staff members. The organization focuses on innovative solutions and advocacy to combat hunger, reaching 28 million people annually through proven prevention and treatment programs. Action Against Hunger USA is part of the international network and manages operations in 8 countries, including Haiti, Kenya, South Sudan, Somalia, Tanzania, Uganda, Ethiopia, and Zambia.
Job Overview:
The Finance Quality Assurance and Compliance Support position is a mission-level technical support role aimed at enhancing financial quality, compliance, internal controls, and donor financial management within Action Against Hunger Haiti. This role does not involve direct supervision of the Finance Department but provides independent technical support and quality assurance services. The position reports to the director" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">Country Director and collaborates closely with the Finance Manager and the finance team. The primary focus is on strengthening financial systems, ensuring donor compliance, enhancing internal controls, and preparing for audits. The role aims to build the capacity of finance staff and budget holders to independently manage financial reporting and compliance, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and operational resilience.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The Finance Quality Assurance and Compliance Support will conduct internal reviews and compliance assessments, support audit preparedness, enhance financial reporting quality, and improve documentation management. Key responsibilities include supporting the Head of Finance in preparing donor budgets, conducting periodic internal financial reviews, developing capacity strengthening plans for finance staff, and ensuring compliance with organizational policies and donor requirements. The position will also involve technical guidance on donor rules, conducting field visits for compliance verification, and promoting a culture of accountability and transparency within the mission. Additionally, the role includes reviewing financial documentation quality, strengthening archiving systems, and implementing best practices for records management.
Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a Master’s degree in finance, accounting, or a related field, or a Bachelor’s degree with exceptional experience. Professional accounting qualifications such as CPA, ACCA, or CIMA are desired. A minimum of 10 years of experience in finance, compliance, audit, or grants management is required, along with strong knowledge of donor compliance and audit processes. Experience in capacity building, humanitarian contexts, and knowledge of institutional donors is advantageous. Excellent communication skills, the ability to work independently under pressure, and strong organizational skills are essential.
Educational Background:
A Master’s degree in finance, accounting, or a related field is required. A Bachelor’s degree may be considered if accompanied by exceptional relevant experience. Professional accounting qualifications such as CPA, ACCA, or CIMA are preferred.
Experience:
The position requires at least 10 years of relevant experience in finance, compliance, audit, or grants management. Candidates should have strong experience with donor compliance and audit processes, as well as experience in capacity building and coaching. Experience in humanitarian and complex operational contexts is advantageous, particularly within international non-governmental organizations (INGOs).
Languages:
Fluency in English and French is required for this position. Knowledge of Arabic is considered an added advantage. Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential for effective interaction with diverse stakeholders.
Additional Notes:
The position involves technical coaching and mentoring of finance staff in Haiti, with no direct line management responsibilities. The role requires regular attendance at the office, with the expectation of working outside normal hours or on weekends as needed. Travel to the field is required, and candidates must be physically fit to endure challenging conditions. The organization promotes gender equality and a zero-tolerance policy towards abuse, ensuring a respectful and inclusive work environment.
Action Against Hunger is a leading global organization dedicated to ending world hunger. Established as a nonprofit, it operates in 55 countries and employs approximately 8,990 staff members. The organization focuses on innovative solutions and advocacy to combat hunger, reaching 28 million people annually through proven prevention and treatment programs. Action Against Hunger USA is part of the international network and manages operations in 8 countries, including Haiti, Kenya, South Sudan, Somalia, Tanzania, Uganda, Ethiopia, and Zambia.
Job Overview:
The Finance Quality Assurance and Compliance Support position is a mission-level technical support role aimed at enhancing financial quality, compliance, internal controls, and donor financial management within Action Against Hunger Haiti. This role does not involve direct supervision of the Finance Department but provides independent technical support and quality assurance services. The position reports to the director" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">Country Director and collaborates closely with the Finance Manager and the finance team. The primary focus is on strengthening financial systems, ensuring donor compliance, enhancing internal controls, and preparing for audits. The role aims to build the capacity of finance staff and budget holders to independently manage financial reporting and compliance, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and operational resilience.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The Finance Quality Assurance and Compliance Support will conduct internal reviews and compliance assessments, support audit preparedness, enhance financial reporting quality, and improve documentation management. Key responsibilities include supporting the Head of Finance in preparing donor budgets, conducting periodic internal financial reviews, developing capacity strengthening plans for finance staff, and ensuring compliance with organizational policies and donor requirements. The position will also involve technical guidance on donor rules, conducting field visits for compliance verification, and promoting a culture of accountability and transparency within the mission. Additionally, the role includes reviewing financial documentation quality, strengthening archiving systems, and implementing best practices for records management.
Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a Master’s degree in finance, accounting, or a related field, or a Bachelor’s degree with exceptional experience. Professional accounting qualifications such as CPA, ACCA, or CIMA are desired. A minimum of 10 years of experience in finance, compliance, audit, or grants management is required, along with strong knowledge of donor compliance and audit processes. Experience in capacity building, humanitarian contexts, and knowledge of institutional donors is advantageous. Excellent communication skills, the ability to work independently under pressure, and strong organizational skills are essential.
Educational Background:
A Master’s degree in finance, accounting, or a related field is required. A Bachelor’s degree may be considered if accompanied by exceptional relevant experience. Professional accounting qualifications such as CPA, ACCA, or CIMA are preferred.
Experience:
The position requires at least 10 years of relevant experience in finance, compliance, audit, or grants management. Candidates should have strong experience with donor compliance and audit processes, as well as experience in capacity building and coaching. Experience in humanitarian and complex operational contexts is advantageous, particularly within international non-governmental organizations (INGOs).
Languages:
Fluency in English and French is required for this position. Knowledge of Arabic is considered an added advantage. Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential for effective interaction with diverse stakeholders.
Additional Notes:
The position involves technical coaching and mentoring of finance staff in Haiti, with no direct line management responsibilities. The role requires regular attendance at the office, with the expectation of working outside normal hours or on weekends as needed. Travel to the field is required, and candidates must be physically fit to endure challenging conditions. The organization promotes gender equality and a zero-tolerance policy towards abuse, ensuring a respectful and inclusive work environment.
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