CHARITY JOBS IN AFRICA

Organization: Accounting for International Development
Country: Mali, Senegal
Closing date: 26 Feb 2015

Our partner is an award-winning social enterprise/non profit in West Africa that uses a mobile technology platform to provide a comprehensive set of services: (1) Access to fertilizer and seed packages on layaway (2) Technical Training (3) Market Access to premium buyers (4)Access to asset loans for appropriate small-scale farm equipment. Its model doubles farm income and helps farmers move out of poverty.

Other roles they are also recruiting for:

Programmes Director

Finance Consultant

Location: Bamako, Mali for first 12 months. Afterwards minimum of 60% of time in country (Mali or Senegal, though preference for Mali).

Commitment: Minimum 24 months, longer preferred.

Start date: ASAP

Finance Manager

The Finance Manager and will play a key role in in integrating and executing financial systems, processes as well as operational strategies, priorities and goals. S/he will work in close coordination with the programmatic leadership to ensure the successful execution of financial systems and daily operations in Mali and Senegal.

As a key member of the management team, the Finance Manager will provide leadership to the operational and financial management strategy. S/he will be responsible for ensuring that our partner is completing its work in a timely, efficient, and high-quality manner. At least 50% of time will be spent in Mali and Senegal.

Key Responsibilities

• Work with the CEO, Executive Team and in-country finance teams to ensure proper financial and planning cycles, including creation and adherence to the organization’s annual budget, mid-year reconciliation and effective cash flow management processes

• Complete monthly and quarterly reports and analysis for all levels – in-country accounting team, company-wide financial reports for you, the CEO and the board.

• Responsible for executing internal audits, ensuring adherence to financial policies

• Complete monthly payroll process and ensure adherence to HR policies in each country.

• Support the Director of Operations, organization-wide financial, operational and HR system strengthening and execution

• Conduct and communicate financial analyses on core elements of the organization, including, but not limited to the program model and strategic plan

• Improve and execute sound operational and financial systems and provide oversight of daily activities

• Liaise with the Development Manager and CEO to ensure smooth communication between the Development and the Operations teams

• Work and assist on special initiatives and projects

Required Qualifications

• Oral and written fluency in French and English.

• At least a Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, accounting and/or management;

• CPA or equivalent preferred;

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in supporting financial systems and HR;

• Proficiency with accounting software (particularly QuickBooks)

• Strong experience in spreadsheets and budget development across multiple departments/programs /projects

• Great at problem-solving and commitment to continuous improvement

• Positive, humble and easy-going attitude strongly preferred

• Demonstrated ability to work and communicate effectively with people from diverse backgrounds

Benefits

• Compensation is modest, but will be competitive with other social enterprises

• Flights to, and accommodation in West Africa

• Health, travel and emergency medical insurance

• Language lessons stipend

• Flexible work schedule and generous vacation benefits

• This is a career track role and may develop to Senior Finance Manager, Finance Director and/or CFO

How to apply:

If you are interested in this role, please email your CV to jobs@afid.org.uk or call +44(0)208 741 7000.