Palladium Finance Manager Jobs in Ethiopia
Palladium Finance Manager Jobs in Ethiopia
Project Overview and RoleCATALYZE is a $250 million 5 to 8-year program, designed to catalyze $2 billion in private capital, especially to underfinanced social sectors (such as education) and higher risk countries (especially low-income and post-conflict countries) around the globe, complemented by a cross-cutting inclusion of gender-lens investing.
CATALYZE will provide services to USAID missions and bureaus that “buy in” to tap the CATALYZE investment and pay-for-results project management expertise.
Our aim is for investors to explore and find commercially viable opportunities and approaches to creating jobs, developing sustainable social services, tightening and rationalizing supply chains, and advancing inclusive growth.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
The Finance Manager, CATALYZE: MS4G will report to the Deputy Chief of Party, Operations & Compliance. S/he will be responsible for the overall management of MS4G finances.
Oversee implementation and ongoing adherence to Palladium’s finance and accounting procedures;
Supervisor four accountants, including three in regional offices;
Track expenditures across various USAID funding streams;
Draft weekly field transfer requests and budget reports;
Oversee management of the MS4G’s Ethiopian bank accounts according to company policies and procedures;
Track vendor/subcontractor invoice submission,
review for compliance with USAID cost principles, and ensure prompt payment;
Conduct spot checks, coordinate internal project audits, and support external project audits as required;
Oversee payroll for country office staff in compliance with Ethiopian labor law; and
Provide timely and accurate financial reports to management and home office.
Required Qualifications
Knowledge of USAID rules and regulations, especially cost principles;
Proactive problem-solving, decision-making and good judgment skills;
Demonstrated ability to manage and protect confidential information;
Ability to communicate effectively with managers, colleagues, vendors, and clients;
Experience conducting risk assessments of low capacity partners, identifying weaknesses, and monitoring partner;
Proven ability to be a mentor to counterparts and supervisees;
Excellent English language communication skills; and
Relevant computer software skills and familiarity with accounting software (including, at a minimum, the standard applications in MS Office).
Desired Qualifications
A bachelor’s degree in financial management, accounting, business administration, or a relevant field;
At least 8 years of experience in financial management on large, donor-funded projects, including 4 years in a finance role on a USAID-funded project with progressive responsibility;
How to Apply
For more information and job application details, see; Palladium Finance Manager Jobs in Ethiopia
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