Finance manager

We provide medical and psychological assistance and essential supplies to people affected by the conflict. Our teams in Ukraine consist of dozens of medical, logistical and administrative staff united by our fundamental principles. Our actions are guided by medical ethics and the principles of impartiality, independence and neutrality. We are a non-profit organization.

Medical Teams International adheres to strict principles of child protection and vulnerable adult safeguarding, as well as a zero-tolerance policy for misconduct related to sexual harassment, exploitation, and abuse in the workplace and other locations where the organization operates. In parallel with technical competence, recruitment, and selection, employment decisions will give due consideration to assessing candidate suitability through thorough background checks, absence of criminal convictions, and professional reference checks.

JOB SUMMARY

The Finance Manager contributes to the calling of Medical Teams International through supporting the Ukraine country program by providing strategic and technical support in the implementation of finance activities in line with policies, procedures and best practices, which may include design, implementation and improvement to financial systems and processes. The Finance Manager is responsible for the preparation and presentation of country-level financial statements to donors and Medical Teams Headquarters.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• 1.Leadership & Administration

• Participates in developing organizational objectives and change management strategies as a member of the Senior Leadership Team.  
• Provide leadership to Finance Team by mentoring other finance staff and providing technical supervision, trainings and participate in capacity building opportunities. Ensure proper induction of new finance staff and support to establishing new Medical Teams field offices and design of new finance team structures in country.
• Accountable for the appropriate use of resources in accordance with budget holder authority and Medical Teams cost principles.
• Develop, implement, and maintain internal controls and financial procedures to ensure compliance with statutory, international, donor, and HQ regulations and requirements.
• Conduct regular field visit to monitor and support the financial performance of a project and support the field team. 
• Represent the organization to financial partners, including donors, financial institutions, auditors, public officials, etc. 
• Coordinate with procurement and logistics teams on payment planning and sourcing strategy for program commodities.
• 2.Cash Management and Payables:
• Ensure timely financial planning, budgeting, and cash forecasting in collaboration with HQ and field team. Liaise with head office, field, and country office, to ensure there is optimal cash levels at all times.
• Ensure timely payment to all organization’s payees and venders and maintain sufficient and complete payment records.
• 3.Data Management: Ensure the timely posting of finance transactions in the Unit-4 accounting system.
• Ensure timely and accurate functioning of the Unit 4 financial system including maintaining the completeness and integrity of data, generating reports, reviewing account reconciliations, and authorizing transactions in accordance with MTI procedures
• 4. Budget and Reporting:
• Coordinate the development of annual master budget and actively participate in the development of budget proposals that align with donor requirements, prepare cost allocation schedules for shared costs following the set policy and donor standards.
• Set up new grants/project and budgets codes and budget lines in accounting system (Unit 4)
• Ensure timely and accurate preparation and presentation of financial statements and reports
• 5. Audit and Compliance Controls:
• Take the lead in audit preparation, sourcing external auditors and support program and HQ staff in preparation for external and internal audits; ensure that audit recommendations are implemented and maintained
• Regular compliance review of finance and procurement files in line with the designed checklists
• Verify sub awardee accounting systems, financial reporting and internal controls comply to applicable accounting and financial reporting standards
• Other duties as assigned

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Required: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Economics or Commerce Required:
• Preferred: Master’s Degree in related field.E. Professional Certification (CPA, ACCA, CFA, CIMA). Professional Certification (CPA, ACCA, CFA, CIMA)
• Minimum 3 years of work experience in finance management, 1 years of NGO or UN experience in a finance role and development of donor budgets with field and program staff.
• In-depth knowledge of local law in the areas of taxation and local regulatory reporting obligations required.
• Full fluency in Ukrainian, working proficiency in English

YOU WILL GET

• Work experience in an international non-governmental organization
• Competitive salary
• An international team
• Opportunity for training and professional development
• Full-time work schedule

Please send your CV in English.