We are currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of Deputy Chief of Party – Finance, Operations, Compliance for an anticipated multiyear project improving the utilization of health services for underserved ethnic minority populations in western and southwestern China. This position is based in Bangkok, Thailand.
Position Description:
The Deputy Chief of Party – Finance, Operations, Compliance will work under the direction of the Chief of Party. S/he is responsible for financial analysis, planning, and oversight to support effective financial management and implementation of the project. S/he will oversee all aspects of financial management, including financial systems implementation, budgeting, expenditure tracking, and financial reporting and accounting for both the prime and other implementing partners. S/he will provide leadership in comprehensive management of business support, and compliance functions.
Responsibilities:
Responsible for the management of funds in such a manner as to maximize operational effectiveness while minimizing risks, and ensures that an adequate control structure is in place over the program funds
Conducts financial analysis in areas such as forecasting, budgeting, engaging in cost reduction analysis, and reviewing operational performance
Ensures that all applicable regulations, guidelines and legal requirements are met in the execution of financial operations; assists in establishing and maintaining professional
standards or performance
Oversees and audits the work of the finance, operations, and human resources staff, while providing guidance to staff, and will provide leadership in financial reporting for annual budget planning, project budget modification, subaward budget and Pre-Award Assessment review, audit reviews and assessment processes.
Ensures that the project is in compliant with donor regulations, award requirements/conditions, FHI 360 policies and local laws
Oversees financial risk management and control strategies, manages all financial related activities, leads in selection, monitoring and evaluation of finance personnel to ensure the efficient operation of the function
Provides direct supervision and guidance to the Operations Manager in the China representative office to ensure all operations, administrative and contractual activities and expenditures are financially sound and consistent with relevant requirements and policies of the donor agency and FHI 360
Provides leadership and guidance for compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Procedures (GAAP), GAS (Government Auditing Standards), Cost Accounting Standards (CAS) and Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR)
Provides recommendations and consults with management on financial project and compliance
Monitors and analyzes department work to develop more efficient procedures and use of resources while maintaining a high level of accuracy
Minimum Requirements:
Master’s degree or higher in Business, Finance, Accounting, Development Management, Economics, Public Administration, or a related field
10 or more years of experience managing finance, operations and compliance for international donor-funded programs, with at least 5 years of experience working with USAID-funded projects
Minimum of 5 years managing an internal audit, internal fraud investigation or compliance department and employee management is required
Must have at least ten years of experience in financial management for large projects, of which at least five years were working in the field of international development, with strong experience with funds control, and the ability to monitor fraud and abuse
Experience working with USAID grants and cooperative agreements
Must have all necessary computer, software, interpersonal, and analytical skills to ensure financial requirements for a large scale, complex project
Fluency and proficiency in English are required
This job posting summarizes the main duties of the job. It neither prescribes nor restricts the exact tasks that may be assigned to carry out these duties. This document should not be construed in any way to represent a contract of employment. Management reserves the right to review and revise this document at any time.
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