[Hiring] Associate Director, Hub Accounting @FHI 360

Role Description

Manages across a regional Hub the development, implementation, and maintenance of one or more accounting systems and core accounting processes (e.g., journal entries, general ledger, accounts receivable, accounts payable, revenue reconciliation, and cash flows) in accordance with GAAP policies and procedures. Designs and improves operational procedures and processes to meet financial accounting standards and improve efficiency. Ensures integration of accounting data into systems and supports the objectives of financial analysts through accurate compilation, analysis, and reporting of accounting and revenue data. Participates in annual audits and special projects and may work with external consultants or auditors to provide required information and ensure proper recordkeeping. Selects, develops, and evaluates personnel to ensure the efficient operation of the function. Reports to the Senior Director, Financial and Operational Support.

Responsibilities / Duties

• Provides operational leadership to Hub accounting staff and supports coordination with country teams across a geographic Hub.
• Assigns and reviews the work of country office accounting teams, providing guidance and support as needed.
• Monitors and improves the monthly close process by analyzing performance and implementing more efficient procedures and use of available resources.
• Serves as Hub point of contact for audit requests and supports timely provision of required documentation.
• Ensures country office accounting business practices are adequate, documented, and compliant with internal and external requirements.
• Conducts live and virtual trainings on accounting systems and processes and provides mentoring to staff as needed.
• Meets with country office staff to understand how business processes are performed and identifies problems, challenges, and improvement opportunities.
• Coordinates with Corporate Accounting to ensure trial balances are updated for local statutory audits.
• Facilitates timely month-end close and resolution of issues prior to general ledger uploads.
• Ensures financial documentation is filed and readily available per country and organizational requirements.
• Ensures internal system guidelines (e.g., GFAS, DPA, Costpoint, banking portal processes) are followed and aligned; provides training and supports uptake of the TM1 budgeting system as applicable.
• Coordinates closeout reconciliation of projects and clearing of outstanding issues before system close.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of GAAP practices and reporting guidelines.
• Experience with automated financial reporting and government accounting practices, including CAS and FAR systems.
• Knowledge of laws and regulations impacting internal accounting and management controls.
• Strong organizational, supervisory, leadership, and managerial skills.
• Ability to provide guidance to teams, exchange information, and collaborate with colleagues and peers within and outside the organization.
• Excellent communication, diplomatic, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or international equivalent.
• Minimum of 8+ years related work experience, including 3 years in line management and 3 years working at the corporate or organizational level.
• Past experience managing a financial accounting department is required.
• Fluent English (read/write/speak).

Certifications

• Professional accounting certification (e.g., CPA/ACCA or international equivalent) preferred, based on hub/country operating needs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a Non-governmental organization (NGO) preferred.
• Experience working with an international organization preferred.

Travel

• Less than 10%

Typical Physical Demands

• Typical office environment.
• Constantly uses a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer.
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.

Technology

• Computer/Laptop, Microsoft applications (i.e., Office 365, SharePoint, Skype/Zoom/Teams), cell phone/mobile technology, and standard office equipment.