Finance Officer, Contract Management Unit

CARE Canada is currently seeking a Finance Officer for its Contract Management Unit.

CARE Canada’s Finance Officer will perform general accounting and administrative functions to meet operational and contractual requirements that support the effective management of various humanitarian projects. This position specifically is accountable for monitoring the financial progress of projects, investigating variances, reviewing project expenditures and ensuring that project billings are issued and payments collected and processed. This position is based in Ottawa, but international travel will be required (a valid passport will be required). This position will report directly to the Director, Country Office Financial Analysis and Risk Management, and will work alongside other financial staff in CARE Canada. It is based in Ottawa, but international travel will be required.

What you offer:

· University degree in Accounting

• An ability to readily see the financial and reporting implications of the terms and conditions in donor contracts
• A thorough understanding of budgetary processes, variance analysis and accounting processes
• A good appreciation of the need to provide timely and reliable information to senior management and to donors
• Ability to explain financial concepts to non-finance personnel in a simple manner, without the technical / accounting jargon
• Strong computer skills specifically in Excel, Access database, Outlook and the Windows operating environment
• Willingness and ability to travel internationally (a valid passport will be required)
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English

What would make you extraordinary (Assets)?

· Professional accounting designation (i.e. CA, CMA, CGA)

• Fluency in French and/or Spanish
• Experience working for an International non-government organisation (INGO)
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Access, Visio

What we offer:

• Generous leave entitlements, including December holiday closure;

• Full benefits: dental, medical, vision care, paramedical, life insurance (some exceptions may apply) and professional and confidential Employee Assistance Program services;

• Flexible work hours and a work from home policy;

• Central location which is close to popular amenities, public transportation routes, free parking;

• International travel opportunities;

• Learning and development opportunities, and specialised training;

• A family friendly environment;

• Business casual four days per week, Jeans Fridays;

• Onsite BBQ and shower facilities.

About CARE

Founded in 1945, CARE is a leading international humanitarian organization fighting global poverty. In over 80 countries, CARE works with the poorest communities to improve basic health and education, enhance rural livelihoods and food security, increase access to clean water and sanitation, expand economic opportunity, help vulnerable people adapt to climate change and provide lifesaving assistance during emergencies. CARE places special focus on working alongside women and girls, living in poverty, because, equipped with the proper resources, women and girls have the power to help whole families and entire communities escape poverty. To learn more, visit www.care.ca

To learn more about CARE Canada, visit our social pages:

https://www.facebook.com/CARECanada

https://twitter.com/carecanada

https://www.youtube.com/user/CARECanada

If you are someone who thrives on challenge, loves to be part of a dynamic international team and you are passionate about making a difference, then this opportunity is for you. Please apply directly at https://goo.gl/zcWLzh by January 1, 2018. Resumes will be reviewed on an ongoing basis and the position will remain posted until a qualified candidate is identified.