Company Name: International Committee of the Red Cross
Roles & Responsibilities:
- Supervises the accounts department and preparation of the annual budget/monthly forecast and risk reporting, cost-control and analysis of budget deviations. Ensures compliance with statutory reporting requirements (i.e. taxes and social security, the latter in close collaboration with the Human Resources Manager) and regularly assesses the financial situation (including treasury) of the delegation/structure.
- Supervises the internal travel department and the premises department to ensure the application of the Institutional Travel Policy and Housing Policy.
- Acts as adviser, trainer and coach on all financial or economic matters for the teams running humanitarian projects.
- Participates in drawing up contingency measures to respond to critical changes in the operating context.
- Interprets institutional guidelines and policies in light of the local context; sees to it that these are strictly implemented and monitored, ensuring compliance with ethical standards and mitigating financial risks.
- Acts as co-signatory and finance interface for both authorities and commercial parties (suppliers, banks etc.).
- Contributes with reliable forecasts and budget data to managerial decision-making on tactical (current fiscal year) and strategic (next fiscal year) matters.
- Oversees day-to-day financial management and maintenance of offices and residential premises; maintains an appropriate security set-up, including safe accommodation for all mobile staff.
- Supports the mobile F&A manager and the Deputy Head of Delegation-OPS in establishing (and updating) the Risk Assessment for the delegation/structure, focusing on risks related to real estate and finance. Implements and monitors risk-mitigation measures in his/her area of responsibility, in close liaison with technical departments.
- leads and initiates measures to reduce energy consumption and implements "gap-closing" measures identified in the Sustainability Assessment in joint collaboration with technical departments and the sustainability team at headquarters,
Educational Qualification:
- University degree in Business Administration, Finance/Accounting or Human Resources, or Hospitality Management.
- Diploma in accounting (CPA/CMA or similar) / internal audit (CIA or similar) an asset.
Work Experience:
- At least 6 year(s)
Others Requirements:
- Fluent command of English and computer literacy.
- 6 years confirmed practical experience in finance, management or human resources, including at least 1 year in financial accounting/controlling.
- Experience in an international working environment, abroad or with an international organization/development agency.
- Excellent sense of responsibility and confidentiality
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, respecting the established framework
- Ability to define priorities
- Ability to adapt to and work in a multicultural team environment
- Team spirit and capacity to integrate a multidisciplinary approach
Others Benefit:
Attractive compensation and benefits along with medical insurance and accidental coverage, 13th months' salary, In-house and/or external training, The opportunity to apply your knowledge and experience in an international setting of humanitarian endeavour.