** This is a Remote position. Candidates based in countries CRS is registered to work at will be prioritized.
Job Summary
The Regional Senior Finance Manager (RSFM) provides strategic financial leadership and management necessary to ensure that CRS has the appropriate financial infrastructure and systems in place at the country & program offices to support the mission of CRS. The RSFM contributes to the development of the country/programs strategic and operational plans and is accountable for ensuring and monitoring delivery against the financial plans through targeted and comprehensive financial analytical review. The RSFM is responsible for overseeing the financial and accounting management of the country and program offices within an assigned region. Supported by a team of analysts, the RSFM will have responsibility for all aspects of strategic and operational finance across the region, acting as the principal finance business partner to the Regional Director.
Roles and Key Responsibilities
Strategy & Analysis
- Provide financial information which supports the Regional Director (RD) in making business decisions.
- Lead monthly financial health reviews within the region, providing reports and highlighting key considerations for regional leadership and CRS Global Finance. Collaborate across the regional teams and with countries on corrective actions and implementation plans.
- Contribute and provide feedback to the development of Annual Plans and annual operating budgets.
Financial Management Oversight
- Provide high quality financial and accounting support ensuring financial controls are in place and compliance with CRS financial policies.
- Oversee account analysis and reconciliation processes, ensuring the accuracy and completeness of financial data. Support during month-end and yearend closing in preparation for the annual audit.
- Lead initiatives to improve financial management systems, business processes, reporting tools, job aids, and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) finance functionality to ensure effective internal controls and efficient operations.
- Lead discussions on financial policy including the maintenance and development of CRS financial policies
- Monitor updates to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles GAAP and donor regulations, translating them into actionable improvements and guidance for program teams.
Grant Financial and Accounting Management
- Oversee all financial aspects of grant management, including monitoring grant-related accounts, cost share tracking, and timely financial closeout.
- Support the financial close-out of, ensuring all financial obligations are met, final reports are submitted, and any remaining accounts and funds are reconciled
- Support cash management by monitoring cash flow and ensuring funds are available for activities and close-out
- Support business development efforts with reviews and input to proposal budgets as needed. Perform financial review of the proposal documents before submission to the donor. Review donor agreements for financial implications.
- Ensure compliance with donor-specific financial requirements and GAAP standards across all grants.
- Provide expert guidance and support to country teams on grants accounting and general finance practices.
- Review audit reports and support country offices in addressing audit findings. Oversee the Internal/External audit closure and corrective action plan development and tracking.
Regional Financial Support
- Monthly Reviews of the financial health highlighting key issues shared with the Regional Director and Director, Program Finance
- Conduct periodic support visits to the country programs
- Respond to ad hoc requests
Recruitment, Capacity Building, and Team Management
- Support the recruitment and onboarding process for Finance leads across the region.
- Support the development of finance capacity within the various country office teams, including training and mentorship of staff in financial management, accounting practices, policies and procedures.
Required Languages: English and French required
Travel: Must be willing and able to travel up to 20%
Supervisory Responsibilities – Yes
Qualifications
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance. Master’s degree or CPA a plus.
- Minimum of 7 years’ progressive accounting experience in the non-profit sector with at least 2 years’ experience in management role.
- Work experience with ERP systems.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Demonstrated familiarity with GAAP and proven general knowledge of Fund Accounting
- Knowledge of U.S. Government and major non-USG donors funding regulations.
- Excellent communication skills, ability to communicate effectively in a multi-cultural environment.
- Ability to present complex financial information in a succinct and compelling manner.
- Strong leadership and team management skills. Excellent relationship management skills with ability to negotiate, influence and get buy-in from people not under direct supervision.
- Ability to leverage a highly analytical, problem solving and results orientated mindset. Strong organization skills.
- Flexible work attitude: the ability to work productively in a team environment & independently and ability to meet unexpected demands.
- Strong Computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, various accounting software, and email/internet software,
- Preferred location within close time zone of the CWARO region and in CRS office locations. Flexibility to adjust work hours to support regional & HQ needs.
Agency Competencies (for all CRS Staff):
- Personal Accountability – Consistently takes responsibility for one’s own actions.
- Acts with Integrity - Consistently models values aligned with CRS Guiding Principles and mission. Is considered honest.
- Builds and Maintains Trust - Shows consistency between words and actions.
- Collaborates with Others – Works effectively in intercultural and diverse teams.
- Open to Learn – Seeks out experiences that may change perspective or provide an opportunity to learn new things.
Agency Leadership Competencies:
- Lead Change – Continually looks for ways to improve the agency through a culture of agility, openness, and innovation.
- Develops and Recognizes Others – Builds the capacity of staff to reach their full potential and enhance team and agency performance.
- Strategic Mindset – Understands role in translating, communicating, and implementing agency strategy and team priorities.
WHAT WE OFFER
CRS offers U.S. based staff a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, life insurance, vision, and a generous retirement savings plan. Benefits packages for successful candidates employed outside the U.S. are based on the country of employment/in-country office where the candidate will perform the role. CRS´ work culture is a collaborative, mission-driven culture committed to improving the lives of the poor throughout the world.
Organization context
General Requirements
CRS offers are contingent on the selected candidate’s ability to legally work where the position is to be performed. Every government has a unique set of work permit eligibility requirements. All positions requiring residence or frequent travel outside a home country must undergo and clear a pre-employment medical clearance; some work permit processes require clearing a separate government administered medical examination.
CRS prioritizes candidates who are citizens/ permanent residents of the countries where we have CRS offices.
