Regional Finance Manager – Africa Bureau
AIDS Healthcare Foundation is a global not for profit organization that provides cutting-edge medicine and advocacy to more than 300,000 patients in 33 countries and is headquartered out of Los Angeles, California. USA. Since 1987, AHF has cared for thousands of people living with HIV and AIDS worldwide. We create and implement unparalleled programs in new communities globally, we expand delivery of healthcare and influence over policy with the sole aim of saving more lives. AHF global programs require the expertise of individuals to support delivery of quality services in clinics across its medical programs in Latin America, Africa, Asia and Europe.
Regional Finance Manager – Africa Bureau
Reporting to the Director of Global Accounting on all Bureau Chief, Africa and the Director of Global Accounting and Chief Financial Officer based in Los Angeles, on all financial & operational functions and to the Bureau Chief on the administrative function., the Finance Manager willprovide leadership in management of full accounting cycle functions and maintenance of accounting practices and standards including compulsory filings, taxes, audit and risk management for the Accounting and Finance of Africa Bureau and AIDS Healthcare Foundation.
She/he creates and maintains solid relationships with country program staff and Corporate. This position reports to the Director of Global Accounting.
Specific duties will include:
Manages the full accounting cycle functions and maintains accounting practices to ensure accurate and reliable data necessary for the Bureau’s operation.
Assures that the financial structure and reporting practices are in compliance with AHF policies and procedures as well as with rules and regulations governing grants and supports grantor requirements.
Participates as a member of a team to develop and maintain accounting and finance infrastructure in Africa and assure timely and accurate reporting.
Liaisons with Global staff and accounting firms. Communicate timely and very concisely with our Global staff and ancillary services.
Assures the accuracy and timely reporting of accounting data and financial analysis related to the Global division.
Supports the processes that assist managers in making strategic and operational data-based decisions by delivering timely, accurate and relevant financial information.
Completes accurate and timely compulsory reporting requirements for global contracts.
Liaisons with Corporate Headquarters in Los Angeles, CA (USA). Provides assistance to the CFO, Associate Chief of Finance, and Director Global Accounting as requested
Finance responsibilities include:
1. Review, analysis and verification of various business transactions including all revenues, expenses, and accruals.
2. Collect and prepare documentation and reconciliations.
3. Review monthly general ledger for accuracy with and provide periodic updates, variance analysis and performance reports.
4. Provide cash management oversight. Prepares monthly cash budget and manages cash flows by assuring that adequate cash is available. Assures that no payroll or inappropriate purchases are made from the petty cash.
5. Review and negotiate leases, contracts and agreements to assist AHF with securing the best financial position possible. Establishes new vendor relationships and accounts.
6. Provides information to Corporate Finance about compulsory legal requirements including: required tax filings and other legal business filings, insurance requirements, and any other requirements that may be mandatory in E/W Africa. Assist AHF in assuring compliance with all laws and regulations.
7. Provide assistance by supporting Global accounting efforts as directed.
8. Provide support with Annual Financial Audits, Contract Audits, and any additional audits as necessary.
9. Leads the preparation of and coordinates the review of budgets within the Africa Bureau.
10. Communicate regularly with the Finance Department located at Corporate Headquarters.
8. Perform constant monitoring of financial and accounting requests and submissions to assure compliance with policy.
9. Review expense reporting, including credit card and expense report reconciliations for accuracy and compliance with policy.
10. Monitor petty cash fund.
11. Manage staff advances assuring that advances are controlled, monitored, and cleared.
Assures that policies are followed.
12. Monitor the development of drug inventory reporting and value.
13. Maintenance of depreciation/fixed asset schedules.
14. Management of monthly payroll including timely salary transfers and payment of taxes.
Also, manages the “top-offs” to Ministry of Health employees working at AHF.
15. Participates in monitoring and analysis of Global contracts, MOU’s and other agreements.
16. Maintain the Africa Bureau contracts/MOU library.
17. Perform a wide variety of special projects and data gathering functions as well as
developing reports as necessary.
18. Prepare specialized reports, analysis and financial models; present results of analysis.
19. Review month-end financial reports, provide variance analysis, research financial irregularities, and use the analysis to develop meaningful financial reporting.
20. Train both Finance and non finance staff and Support country programs to comply with AHF policies, Donor requirements and national laws.
Qualifications, experience and skills
Applicants should posses the following:
a) A Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting plus a professional accountancy of finance qualification like ACCA, CPA
b) At least ten years related experience in Accounting or Audit preferably with an
International Non-Governmental Organization. Demonstrated leadership within the
Finance and Accounting Function
c) Deep accounting knowledge of end-to-end financial systems and processes
d) Skills in SAP other large ERP financial software is desired
e) Solid project management experience.
f) Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
g) Knowledge of Excel Spreadsheet software and Microsoft Office Word Processing software.
Knowledge of QuickBooks, MAS-90, Great Plains, Pastel, FRX Forecaster/Reporter, Access, and other software applications preferred.
To Apply: Qualified candidates who are highly motivated, have experience and eager to commit to AHF’s mission are invited to submit their application to include cover letter of interest, detailed CV, certified copies of academic qualifications, one example of written work proving d track-record not later than 5:00pm March 16th 2015 to: The Bureau Chief, AIDS Healthcare Foundation Africa Bureau, through email only clearly marking position on the subject line to: globalhr.africa@aidshealth.org
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. AHF is an equal opportunities employer.
Regional Finance Manager – Africa Bureau
Reporting to the Director of Global Accounting on all Bureau Chief, Africa and the Director of Global Accounting and Chief Financial Officer based in Los Angeles, on all financial & operational functions and to the Bureau Chief on the administrative function., the Finance Manager willprovide leadership in management of full accounting cycle functions and maintenance of accounting practices and standards including compulsory filings, taxes, audit and risk management for the Accounting and Finance of Africa Bureau and AIDS Healthcare Foundation.
She/he creates and maintains solid relationships with country program staff and Corporate. This position reports to the Director of Global Accounting.
Specific duties will include:
Manages the full accounting cycle functions and maintains accounting practices to ensure accurate and reliable data necessary for the Bureau’s operation.
Assures that the financial structure and reporting practices are in compliance with AHF policies and procedures as well as with rules and regulations governing grants and supports grantor requirements.
Participates as a member of a team to develop and maintain accounting and finance infrastructure in Africa and assure timely and accurate reporting.
Liaisons with Global staff and accounting firms. Communicate timely and very concisely with our Global staff and ancillary services.
Assures the accuracy and timely reporting of accounting data and financial analysis related to the Global division.
Supports the processes that assist managers in making strategic and operational data-based decisions by delivering timely, accurate and relevant financial information.
Completes accurate and timely compulsory reporting requirements for global contracts.
Liaisons with Corporate Headquarters in Los Angeles, CA (USA). Provides assistance to the CFO, Associate Chief of Finance, and Director Global Accounting as requested
Finance responsibilities include:
1. Review, analysis and verification of various business transactions including all revenues, expenses, and accruals.
2. Collect and prepare documentation and reconciliations.
3. Review monthly general ledger for accuracy with and provide periodic updates, variance analysis and performance reports.
4. Provide cash management oversight. Prepares monthly cash budget and manages cash flows by assuring that adequate cash is available. Assures that no payroll or inappropriate purchases are made from the petty cash.
5. Review and negotiate leases, contracts and agreements to assist AHF with securing the best financial position possible. Establishes new vendor relationships and accounts.
6. Provides information to Corporate Finance about compulsory legal requirements including: required tax filings and other legal business filings, insurance requirements, and any other requirements that may be mandatory in E/W Africa. Assist AHF in assuring compliance with all laws and regulations.
7. Provide assistance by supporting Global accounting efforts as directed.
8. Provide support with Annual Financial Audits, Contract Audits, and any additional audits as necessary.
9. Leads the preparation of and coordinates the review of budgets within the Africa Bureau.
10. Communicate regularly with the Finance Department located at Corporate Headquarters.
8. Perform constant monitoring of financial and accounting requests and submissions to assure compliance with policy.
9. Review expense reporting, including credit card and expense report reconciliations for accuracy and compliance with policy.
10. Monitor petty cash fund.
11. Manage staff advances assuring that advances are controlled, monitored, and cleared.
Assures that policies are followed.
12. Monitor the development of drug inventory reporting and value.
13. Maintenance of depreciation/fixed asset schedules.
14. Management of monthly payroll including timely salary transfers and payment of taxes.
Also, manages the “top-offs” to Ministry of Health employees working at AHF.
15. Participates in monitoring and analysis of Global contracts, MOU’s and other agreements.
16. Maintain the Africa Bureau contracts/MOU library.
17. Perform a wide variety of special projects and data gathering functions as well as
developing reports as necessary.
18. Prepare specialized reports, analysis and financial models; present results of analysis.
19. Review month-end financial reports, provide variance analysis, research financial irregularities, and use the analysis to develop meaningful financial reporting.
20. Train both Finance and non finance staff and Support country programs to comply with AHF policies, Donor requirements and national laws.
Qualifications, experience and skills
Applicants should posses the following:
a) A Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting plus a professional accountancy of finance qualification like ACCA, CPA
b) At least ten years related experience in Accounting or Audit preferably with an
International Non-Governmental Organization. Demonstrated leadership within the
Finance and Accounting Function
c) Deep accounting knowledge of end-to-end financial systems and processes
d) Skills in SAP other large ERP financial software is desired
e) Solid project management experience.
f) Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
g) Knowledge of Excel Spreadsheet software and Microsoft Office Word Processing software.
Knowledge of QuickBooks, MAS-90, Great Plains, Pastel, FRX Forecaster/Reporter, Access, and other software applications preferred.
To Apply: Qualified candidates who are highly motivated, have experience and eager to commit to AHF’s mission are invited to submit their application to include cover letter of interest, detailed CV, certified copies of academic qualifications, one example of written work proving d track-record not later than 5:00pm March 16th 2015 to: The Bureau Chief, AIDS Healthcare Foundation Africa Bureau, through email only clearly marking position on the subject line to: globalhr.africa@aidshealth.org
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. AHF is an equal opportunities employer.
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