Canada: Financial Manager
Country: Canada
Closing date: 04 Sep 2013
Context:Founded in France in 1979, Action Against Hunger/Action contre la Faim (ACF) is one of the world's most important international humanitarian organizations although we are unique in targeting malnutrition as the focal point of our programmes. Our focus on hunger and its underlying causes leads to profound and positive changes in the most vulnerable communities where we work. Malnutrition is treatable and affordable. We are respected innovators, our research is widely published and we have a reputation for results. The ACF network now works in over 47 countries with a staff of over 5000 staff and volunteers.
Today we are just beginning to be known by Canadians and there is a great deal we will be doing in the coming months to build awareness of ACF and most importantly of the need to put nutrition at the centre of the global development agenda. In order to achieve our goals, we have recently relocated our Canadian HQ from Montreal to Toronto. While retaining a small team in Montreal, we are building a strong, dynamic and highly talented team in Toronto. ACF Canada is responsible for global leadership of the SMART nutrition survey methodology, recruiting Canadians to work in the field, advocacy and fundraising to increase public, government and donor support for a world free from hunger.
Responsibilities:Reporting to the Executive Director, the Financial Manager is responsible for all aspects of accounting and finance including the day to day management of A/P, A/R, payroll, budget control, reporting and forecasting and preparation and management of the annual financial audit. In addition, working closely ACF Canada's Director of Operations, the Financial Manager is responsible for all aspects of budget management and reporting on donor grants.
Duties:• Annual budget development and tracking;• Quarterly reports to Board of Directors;• Tracking and analysis of expenses;• Day to day bookkeeping;• Management of payroll for both HQ staff and expatriates working abroad;• Monthly management of inter-agency charge backs and reconciliations;• Monthly financial reports to the Ed;• Oversight and revising as necessary of internal SOPs for maximum efficiency, privacy of donor data and monthly budget control and tracking;• Monthly reconciliation of the Donor Database with bank records;• Lead on day to day matters with ACF Canada's financial and insurance institutions;• Management of assets including leasing, purchase, IT, etc.;• Efficient management and negotiation on behalf of ACF Canada with various operations and service suppliers;
• Detailed management and control of finance and administration records;• Collaboration, cooperation and liaison with financial counterparts at other ACF HQs;• A/R & A/P;• Monthly donor grant financial control and reporting;• Other duties as required by the Executive Director, Board of Directors or senior management team.Standard health and dental benefits are available after completion of three months employment. ACF Canada's work week is the standard 37.5 hours. However, there are specific periods such as year-end or during a humanitarian emergency, when the hours are not predictable.
Requirements:• Related university degree; • Demonstrated knowledge of CRA Acts and Regulations regarding charitable organizations;• Minimum two years experience in a similar position;• Fluency in Simply Accounting and other financial management programmes;• Extensive knowledge of, and competency in, Excel and MS Office;• Knowledge of other current and related IT programmes and tools; • Strong communication skills;• Ability to read and understand French;• Experience in financial management of grants;• Demonstrated ability to initiate and follow up on recommendations for improvements that result in financial efficiency and improved performance;• Able to establish and manage priorities of tasks and time management;• Comfortable with busy office environment; • Able to successfully manage bank and supplier relationships;• Experience with an international NGO and field finances is an asset;• Interest and commitment to the humanitarian principles of Action Against Hunger;• Demonstrated strong detail orientation;• Able to work legally in Canada.
We are looking for an independent and dynamic professional to complement the ACF Canada team.
How to apply:
If you are interested in this position, please send your CV BEFORE SEPTEMBER 4TH, 2013 to the Head of HR at rec@actioncontrelafaim.ca. In the subject line, please write ACF-CA Financial Manager. No telephone calls please.
To learn more about ACF, visit our website at www.actioncontrelafaim.ca
