ROLE DESCRIPTION:<\/p>\n
\tReporting to the Head of Delivery in the Programme Management Unit (PMU) and Head of Finance, the Project Finance Manager is responsible for providing high-quality oversight of project finance management within PMU and technical accounting support across the Genesis project portfolio. Working closely with the project accountants, project managers, and commercial and finance teams, the role is expected to have individual project finance responsibilities and be a focal point for coordination on all matters related to project finance within Genesis.
\n\tThe Project Finance Manager is crucial in overseeing and managing the project financial processes and improvements, and collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams. The Project Finance Manager proactively contributes to the effective financial planning and monitoring, and provides accurate financial oversight of projects, providing a solution-focused approach to ensure day-to-day support to the practices throughout the project life cycle (from pre-award planning and budgeting to post-award reporting and close-out). The Project Finance Manager ensures compliance with internal policies, procedures and guidelines, as well as donor requirements and accounting principles, driving continuous improvements in systems, business processes and working practices.<\/p>\n
Requirements
\nKEY REQUIREMENTS AND ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES:\u00a0<\/p>\n
Financial Accounting and Reporting<\/p>\n
\tOversee, monitor and control the financial position of projects, including budgeting, cash flows, revenue, expenditure and indirect cost recovery.
\n\tEnsure adherence to internal policies, procedures and guidelines, as well as compliance with donors\u2019 requirements.
\n\tSupport day-to-day accounting activities, and ensure accurate financial reporting, compliant with accounting principles, standards, and regulations, including supervising timely and accurate submissions of tax returns.
\n\tResponsible for providing project finance support to an agreed portfolio of projects, providing timely, accurate and relevant project financial information to practices and stakeholders.\u00a0
\n\tProvide support on submitting accurate, timely and complete proposal budgets, as well as budget realignments, forecasts, and cost modifications. \u00a0
\n\tActively contribute to the effective monitoring of project spending, and oversee the compilation and consolidation of financial reports, ensuring that they are complete, comply with donors\u2019 specifications and internal policies, reflect costs incurred, are supported and consistent with financial records, reflected in the correct periods and properly allocated to budget categories
\n\tIdentify, assess and report on material risks in a timely manner, communicating to relevant stakeholders and escalating when necessary.
\n\tManage financial audits and liaise with external auditors to ensure a smooth audit process.<\/p>\n
Project Finance Processes Management\u00a0<\/p>\n
\tDrive efficiency in project financial operations and delivery through implementing best practices and agile working practices.
\n\tIn collaboration with Finance and Commercial teams, support the design and management of systems, policies and procedures that provide appropriate levels of security, control and accountability of donor funding.
\n\tIdentify continuous process improvement opportunities, \u00a0and coordinate with relevant teams to streamline financial processes and drive efficiency.<\/p>\n
Team Management and Capacity Building<\/p>\n
\tManage and support the Project Accountants\u2019 team, providing guidance and fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment
\n\tFoster professional growth through training, performance evaluations, and skills development to strengthen knowledge, skills and abilities on financial management of the projects
\n\tEnsure that the team operates as a high-performing, efficient unit with clear, documented responsibilities aimed at fulfilling expectations from stakeholders across the organization.\u00a0
\n\tBuild a flexible and resilient team by fostering job-shadowing and knowledge sharing.
\n\tDevelop strong networks and relationships with practices and GS teams.
\n\tDevelop work-processes and checklists for award implementation and record the lessons learned.\u00a0
\n\tDevelop onboarding and training materials as required.<\/p>\n
Finance Support<\/p>\n
\tSupport the organisation\u2019s Finance on policy audit and implementation.
\n\tSupport the organisation\u2019s Finance on identified matters, as agreed, including internal audits.
\n\tParticipate in relevant Finance meetings.<\/p>\n
Other Responsibilities<\/p>\n
\tEducate and promote the staff\u2019s understanding of financial processes and policies.
\n\tCoordinate knowledge management initiatives.
\n\tAssist with induction of new joiners.
\n\tOther tasks as agreed.<\/p>\n
EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, EXPERIENCE AND PERSONAL COMPETENCIES:<\/p>\n
\tCA(SA) designation is essential.
\n\tBachelor’s\/Master\u2019s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field;
\n\tProven experience as a project finance professional, with a strong track record of successfully managing the financial aspects of complex projects.
\n\tStrong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify issues, evaluate options, and implement effective solutions to contribute to the company’s overall financial success.
\n\tA deep understanding of financial regulations, accounting principles, budgeting, financial analysis, forecasting, and financial reporting.
\n\tExperience in financial management of institutional funding, and understanding of donor financial guidelines and requirements.
\n\tExceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate clearly and use professional confidence to influence internal and external stakeholders to achieve positive outcomes.
\n\tProficiency in financial software and ERP systems.
\n\tExperience in managing a team, including performance management and development.
\n\tIndependent self-starter able to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic business environment.
\n\tAbility to collaborate, delegate and work well under pressure, meeting tight deadlines, and adapting to changing priorities.
\n\tExcellent project management skills, including the ability to plan, organise, and prioritise tasks effectively, while maintaining attention to detail.<\/p>\n
Apply via company website ( http:\/\/www.genesis-analytics.com ) or<\/p>\n
genesis.mcidirecthire.com<\/p>\n
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