[Hiring] Associate Manager - Country Office & Project Finance & Accounting @MCD Global Health

Role Description

Reporting to the Senior Manager for Project Finance and Accounting, the Manager/Associate Manager - Country Office and Project Finance and Accounting will implement the project infrastructure and systems needed to support projects and company strategic objectives. The Manager/Associate Manager will be accountable for cradle-to-grave project implementation finances, including:

• Start up and close-out
• Project cost management
• Reconciliation of project accounts
• Financial reporting to donors and project staff
• Financial analysis and data interpretation
• Complying with donor reporting requirements

They will collaborate with Finance colleagues in best practice activities to streamline the flow of project-related information and financial data, ensuring accuracy, transparency, and compliance with nonprofit accounting standards and donor policies and procedures. They will also be accountable for analyzing project costs and providing decision support to the Senior Manager.

The Manager/Associate will continually evaluate best industry practices in comparison to internal systems and needed resources, with an eye toward both future project needs and budget realities; they will not have any direct reports.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or a related field.
• 6-10 years of progressive experience in financial management, preferably in a nonprofit environment.
• Strong understanding of nonprofit accounting principles and GAAP.
• Expert knowledge of USG Rules and Regulations, including Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and 2CFR200.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication abilities and proficiency in financial software and reporting tools.
• Solid experience in cradle-to-grave project finances, particularly USG.
• Strong budgeting and analytical/problem-solving skills.
• Experience working under pressure while providing timely responses to requests and deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to translate complex financial concepts to individuals at all levels.

Requirements

• Experience assuming a wide range of responsibilities.
• Experience working with staff who vary in their work styles.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate key data effectively, including presentations to staff.

Benefits

• Remote/home office based position.
• Hybrid arrangement available for those within commuting distance to Hallowell, ME office.
• Pay grade: Grade 5/6 (Maine pay range: $64,000-$93,000).