Mission inclusion supports
innovative community actions which mobilise communities in favor of the social
inclusion of vulnerable or marginalized people in 14 regions of Quebec and in
12 countries around the world.
One of the few foundations
in Quebec to affirm its solidarity at home and abroad, Mission inclusion
supports actions resolutely focused on fostering profound and lasting social
change. It builds quality relationships with partners, many of whom have marked
the social development of their countries.
In 2019, Mission inclusion
adopted a new name and programming strategy, which are a great source of
motivation for its team. We are currently looking to fill the position of:
FINANCE CONTROLLER
Nairobi, Kenya (national
staff position)
PROGRAM SUMMARY
Mission inclusion, in consortium with International Union for the Conservation of Nature (IUCN) and local partners, will contribute to the Great Blue Wall initiative by supporting the establishment of a network of sustainable, resilient, and inclusive seascapes to reduce vulnerability to adverse impacts of climate change of 350,000 women, men and young people living in coastal communities in Kenya, Tanzania, Mozambique, Comoros and Madagascar. The programme will be based on three key pillars: Blue Planet (conservation), Blue Partners (local stakeholders), and Blue People (women’s and youth leadership in the blue economy) and will be implemented through equitable nature-base solutions with biodiversity co-benefits for climate adaptation.
JOB SUMMARY
Under the supervision of
the Chief of Party (CoP) based in the regional office and in close
collaboration with the Senior Finance and Compliance Manager (SFCM) based in
headquarters, the Finance Controller (FC) will provide overall leadership,
management, and coordination of the administration and financial aspect of the
future program,ensuring compliant and harmonized application of the highest
standards and effectiveness. The FC role requires working with HQ, regional and
local offices on monthly management accounts, cashflows, annual budget planning
and quarterly forecasting. The FC will review projects to confirm financial
outcomes and will assist the CoP preparing periodical reports for the donor.
The role is responsible
for the preparation and production of financial statements, including all
supporting schedules and reconciliations, and will interact with external
auditors both in Canada and in implementation countries. The role requires a
sound understanding of donor accounting regulations and the ability to work with
the auditors to ensure a clean audit. FC reporting extends to other ad hoc
requirements, such as preparing documentation to support due diligence
enquiries from financial and governmental institutions and contributing to the
capacity building of local offices.
The role is responsible to
promote and uphold a commitment to the efficient use of Mission inclusion and
donor resources, and to ensure compliance with the donor’s requirements and
regulations, including financial tracking and oversight of partner budgets,
finance, administration, and reporting.
Duties &
Responsibilities
Financial Reporting
- Prepare
consolidated Financial Statements in accordance with Mission inclusion’s
and donor’s norms.
- Support
the external auditors and ensure that all external audit requirements are
met.
- Responsible
for local offices financial records, including audit. Work with CoP, SFCM
and relevant stakeholders to prepare regulatory periodic reports.
Financial Control
- Responsible
for policies, procedures, and the internal controls around all accounting
matters.
- Responsible
for ensuring strong controls over restricted reserves.
- Oversee
bank reconciliations and all other reconciliation processes across the
program.
- Oversight
of payroll processing in regional and local offices.
- Oversight
of accounts payable processing including regional and local offices.
- Responsible
for management of multi-currency transactions and accounts.
- Oversight
of accounts receivable.
Management Reporting and
Budgeting
- Consolidate
and prepare monthly management reports in cash flows.
- Analyze
and discuss variance to budget and/or forecasts with business team as well
as the CoP.
- Work
with CoP and SFCM to prepare annual budget and quarterly forecasts.
- Work
with the business development team as required on bid submissions, budget
and reports.
Compliance / Regulatory
- Coordinate
with Mission inclusion for formal registration in countries.
- Liaise
with overseas regulators on relevant topics.
- Liaise
with overseas legal advisor to ensure compliance with local legislation.
Management
- Coach,
train, supervise and mentor direct-report staff, including communicating
clear expectations, setting quarterly performance objectives, providing
regular and timely positive and constructive performance feedback, and
providing documented annual performance reviews.
- Promote
and monitor staff care and well-being.
- Model
healthy work-life balance practices. Ensure compliance with environmental
management and gender equality and social inclusion standards.
Qualifications
- Bachelor
of Finance, Commerce, Business Administration, or related undergraduate
degree or equivalent. Master’s degree a plus.
- Certified
Public Accountant (CPA) or its equivalent.
- At
least 8 years working experience in financial management and accounting in
an INGO or a large organization.
- At
least 3 years experience in a management position.
- Is
a member with good standing of relevant professional body, e.g. ICPAK.
Knowledge & Skills
- Extensive
experience and understanding of accounting for donors, knowledge of Global
Affairs Canada’s rules (Canada’s Government), regulation and procedures
preferred.
- Strong
budgeting and forecasting experience.
- Practical
experience managing consortia-led grants.
- Good
knowledge of Quick Books, Sage or other accounting system and Excel.
- Fluency
in English required. French, Kiswahili and/or Portuguese a plus.
- Experience
in MS Office package, Web Conferencing Applications, and information and
budget management systems.
- Strong
analytical skills, problem solving capacities and attention to details.
- Ability
to work with others in a constructive way.
- Strong
relations management abilities and strategic approach to
relationship-building. Ability to relate to people at all levels
internally and externally.
- Abilities
with diverse/multi-cultural teams.
- Proactive,
resourceful, solutions-oriented, and results-oriented.
- A
good understanding of human rights, women’s rights, and socio-economic
justice.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
- Annual
gross salary ranges from 3,200,000 KES to 4,000,000 KES with full range of
benefits
- Based
in Nairobi, Kenya, with time travel (West Indian Ocean region and
international events).
Interested candidates are
invited to submit their applications promptly.
The position will be
posted until it is filled.
Only those selected for an
interview will be contacted.
Human Resources Department
/ Mission inclusion
Website: https://missioninclusion.ca/
Job opportunities: Career – Mission
inclusion
Email:recrutement@missioninclusion.ca
Mission Inclusion is an inclusive workplace that
embraces accessibility, diversity, and equality. At any time during the recruitment
process, as long as it meets the requirements of the position, a candidate may
request an accommodation.
