Finance and Administration Director at Abt Associates

The Finance and Administration Director is responsible for the primary oversight and in-country leadership of all financial reporting, human resources, and administrative operations through the life of the program. In particular, s/he will oversee financial operations for the program and conduct continual reporting to ensure the financial health of the program and the correct usage of funds.

Key Roles And Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain sound financial management systems in line with USAID rules and regulations, accounting best practices, and Abt Associates policies and procedures
• Lead the development, monitoring, and review of project budgets in line with national laws, donor regulations, and corporate policies
• Produce budget projections and reports for submission to USAID and Abt home office
• Review financial analyses and budget vs. expense reports to determine reasonableness of variances and take appropriate actions as required
• Maintain regular communications with the senior management team providing relevant and timely financial information for planning and decision-making purposes
• Oversee financial audits
• Oversee Operations and Administration staff, ensuring that functions are performed timely and accurately
• Lead recruitment, orientation and training of new administrative or accounting staff
• Ensure implementation of and adherence to Abt Associates Human Resources policies including compliance with national labor law
• Negotiate with vendors for best terms for procuring goods, supplies, and services in compliance with USAID and Abt Associates policies and procedures

Preferred Qualifications

• Masters degree in accounting, finance, business administration or other relevant field
• At least ten years of experience in financial analysis, financial reporting, cash flow analysis, budget development and forecasting on donor-funded projects. USAID experience required
• Experience developing and implementing finance and accounting policies, procedures and systems
• Excellent analytical and computer skills, with strong experience in Excel and QuickBooks;
• Well-developed and effective organizational skills, including to ability to multi-task and work in a high-pressure environment
• Demonstrated experience interacting with government agencies, civil society counterparts, and international donor agencie
• Previous direct supervisory experience of professional and/or support staff
• Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal, and presentation skills in English

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree and 10-12 years of experience OR the equivalent combination of education and experience