INTERNATIONAL RESCUE COMMITTEE

Regional Finance Analyst

INTERNATIONAL RESCUE COMMITTEE

full-time

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Location Type: Remote

Location: Central African Republic

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About the role

  • Consolidate the annual operating budget and reforecast; prepare detailed analyses and reports for the RFD.
  • Oversee accounting, payments, and financial reporting for regionally managed awards.
  • Assist the RFD in conducting financial analyses of country offices, including funding status, spending trends, cash flow, sub-grant status, and identifying potential risks.
  • Review non-USG donor financial reports for accuracy prior to submission to donors.
  • Review other donor financial reports submitted to the regional office for compliance and accuracy.
  • Perform final financial reviews of proposal budgets and subsequent realignments before approval and donor submission; review and approve budgets in OTIS.
  • Collaborate with Country Programs to upload all approved budgets into the Integra system, including temporarily restricted and unrestricted grants.
  • Assist the RFD in preparing internal financial reports for regional and HQ management.
  • Provide technical guidance and support to field offices as requested.
  • Review cash requests from field offices prior to HQ submission; perform variance analysis and share feedback with Country Programs.
  • Analyze monthly CAM allocations for CPs and advise on deviations from policy.
  • Follow up with field offices on the inquiries of the Global Finance related to field office accounts.
  • Conduct quarterly reviews of analytical packages; identify risk areas and ensure corrective actions are implemented in subsequent periods.
  • Support the RFD in monthly financial health reviews for the region.
  • Assist in reviewing MFD and MFR reports and provide actionable feedback.
  • Respond to ad hoc requests from country offices or regional staff as prioritized by the RFD.
  • Proactively identify and communicate potential financial risks to the RFD.
  • Assist the RFD with internal and external audit closures, including developing and tracking corrective action plans.
  • Compile and monitor waivers (cost allocation exemptions) approved in the region; track expenses charged to U4999 subsidy and ensure proper use of D0 codes for subsidy costs.
  • Update regional match tracking tools and share updated Budget vs. Actual (BvA) reports with Country Programs for monitoring and spending.
  • Serve as an Integra Superuser, providing guidance and troubleshooting support.
  • Maintain an organized filing system for all relevant documentation related to supported Country Offices, including waivers, checklists, MFD analyses, budgets, financial report approvals, and other key financial documents.
  • Support the RFD in implementing planned financial management training for budget holders, project managers, and partners, ensuring compliance with IRC procedures and tools.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance, or equivalent experience - Master’s Degree, CPA or CA a plus;
  • Fluent in the working languages used in the Region (English, French);
  • Minimum three years progressive finance/accounting experience in the non-profit sector;
  • Previous work experience in a multi-cultural international environment abroad is highly desirable.
  • Demonstrated familiarity with GAAP and proven general knowledge of Fund Accounting;
  • Previous work experience with a major general ledger software package – experience with MS D365 preferred;
  • Excellent communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively in a multi-cultural environment and diplomatically manage collegial relationships;
  • Solid organizational skills: the ability to be flexible and work well under pressure in a fast-paced team environment;
  • Flexible work attitude: the ability to work productively in a team environment & independently and ability to meet unexpected demands;
  • Strong Computer skills: facility with MS Word, Excel, various accounting software, and email/internet software;
  • The ability and willingness to travel to field offices as needed
Benefits
  • Health insurance
  • Flexible working hours
  • Professional development opportunities
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
financial analysisbudgetingvariance analysisGAAPFund Accountingfinancial reportingcash flow analysisproposal budgetingrisk identificationaudit support
Soft Skills
communication skillsorganizational skillsflexibilityteamworkindependencediplomatic managementproblem-solvingmulticultural awarenessadaptabilitytime management
Certifications
Bachelor's Degree in AccountingBachelor's Degree in FinanceMaster's DegreeCPACA