Financial Analyst II at Washington

Job Description

FHI 360 is a nonprofit human development organization dedicated to improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven solutions. Our staff includes experts in Health, Education, Nutrition, Environment, Economic Development, Civil Society, Gender, Youth, Research and Technology creating a unique mix of capabilities to address todays interrelated development challenges. FHI 360 serves more than 60 countries, all 50 U.S. states and all U.S. territories. We are currently seeking qualified candidates for the position ofFinancial Analyst II, in Washington, DC.

Position Description:

Coordinates financial/accounting operations, including overall financial monitoring and support/guidance to Country Office/Departmental and project staff, to ensure the fiscal well-being of the projects. Provides financial management, conducts analyses of financial data, provides budget analyses for project funds, and prepares required reports for Sr. Management. Assist in trainings and the development/testing of Enterprise Financial Reporting Tools. Carries out unit finances to proactively guide and support respective financial success by providing high level analytical expertise, implementing business strategies and developing strong customer relationships. Analyzes financial data and prepares reports to determine accuracy and completeness. Provides analysis and business modeling support on strategic initiatives for senior management and field operations. Responsible for analyzing performance trends, modeling complex business decisions, tracking performance and presenting results. Ensures and provides financial expertise, critical thinking, and customer service.

• Prepare or Review annual/modification direct project and overhead budgets with periodic updates as needed.
• Conduct as needed, internal reviews with international/domestic program, technical and financial staff to obtain and/or verify financial and budget information to ensure quality of budget/fiscal controls.
• Perform Actual vs. Budget analysis, forecasting, cost allocation and tracking, and other quantitative and qualitative analyses.
• Perform monthly financial analysis for portfolios (Departments/Country Offices) direct and indirect projects as assigned.
• Lead monthly portfolio status meetings with technical leads & embedded finance staff.
• Provide financial guidance to program and international field office staff on financial policies and best practices.
• Provide training to supporting program staff on financial reporting systems and procedures
• Assist in the testing and maintenance of the new financial modules and tools.
• Assists in development of best practices and training initiatives as requested.
• Special assignments supporting Country Office finance with technical assistance and capacity building.
• Perform other duties as assigned, and is capable of working independently with minimal supervision.

Minimum Requirements:

• A degree or its international equivalent in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration is required. A combination of Education and work experience will be accepted as follows: Bachelors degree plus 5-8 years of relevant work experience; or a masters degree with 3 years of relevant experience or an Associates degree and a minimum of 7 to 9 years of relevant experience.
• Prior work experience should consist of financial, analytical and/or pricing responsibilities, preferably in a government contracting environment. Candidate must be able to demonstrate prior experience handling complex financial and quantitative information with analytics, accuracy and precision.
• Prior experience with an international organization and/or cross cultural context is strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of GAAP, Government Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), budgeting, forecasting and financial control theory procedures/practices.
• Relevant software skills to include: automated accounting software, database spreadsheets, Microsoft Office Suite with advanced Excel skills.
• Thorough knowledge of U.S. Government grants, co-operative agreements, and contracting modalities is preferred.
• Experience with application of OMB A-122, CFR and/or FAR is not required and strongly preferred.
• Must be able to read, write and speak fluent English

FHI 360 has a competitive compensation package. Interested candidates may register online through FHI 360s Career Center athttp://www.fhi360.org/careers or through the Employment section at www.fhi360.org. Pleasesubmit CV/resume and cover letter including salary requirements. Please specify source in your application.

AA/EOE/M/F/V/D

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Country: USA, State: Dist of Columbia, City: Washington, Company: FHI 360.