Project Finance Account Manager

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Want to make a positive difference to the future of people and our one shared home, the Earth?

Working at WWF could be your opportunity of a lifetime.

All around the world, people are waking up to the deepening crisis of nature loss. A growing realization that nature is our life-support system. And that nobody will be spared from the impacts of its loss. Here at WWF, we are helping to tackle this enormous global challenge.

Our people come from hugely diverse backgrounds and with a variety of expertise, ranging from HR and finance to advocacy and conservation science. We welcome applications from anyone who believes they can help us create a better future for people and wildlife.

WHAT WE DO

We are an independent conservation organization, striving to sustain the natural world for the benefit of people and wildlife. From individuals and communities to business and government, we are part of a growing coalition calling on world leaders to set nature on the path to recovery by 2030. Together, we seek to protect and restore natural habitats, stop the mass extinction of wildlife, and make the way we produce and consume sustainable.

Location: Gland, Switzerland

Work percentage: 100%

Contract: Fixed term - 6 months

Mission of the Unit:

The Project Finance Unit serves the Network as the vital link between programmes, donors, and operations. In doing so it facilitates the flow of funds, provides financial management, and applies operational expertise for the effective coordination of projects. Most importantly, the Unit ensures accountability towards donors.

Major Functions:

Responsible for the financial management, planning, and financial overview of WWF projects and programmes ensuring approved policies, procedures and Network Standards are adhered to with the aim to increase operational efficiencies and effectiveness.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Leads project and programme financial planning, including development of proposals, budgeting, development and drafting of contracts, and monitoring contractual compliance and progress, all in accordance with WWF policies and procedures.
• Manages the operational and financial administration of WWF projects and programmes. Identifies and communicates major funding gaps and recommends best working solutions.
• Ensures all issued agreements and payments are processed in a timely manner in accordance with policies and procedures.
• Ensures the implementation of WWF standards and best practices.
• Enters revenue, expenditure and intercompany transactions in Oracle including any adjustments necessary.
• Creates and manages purchase orders in Oracle
• Prepares and reviews financial reports to management and donors, ensuring that expenditure is according to approved contractual budgets and that donor requirements are met.
• Ensures that the financial donor reports are of good quality.
• Monitors and reconciles funding awards and bank accounts as required.
• Provides liaison between programmes and donors as and when required.
• Assists in audit of project/programmes as required.
• Ensures adequate cost recovery from restricted funding.
• Visits field offices to review financial management of projects, train field staff and participate in Finance workshops if required.
• Performs other appropriate duties upon request of the Head, Project Finance.

Profile:

Required Qualifications

• University degree in an appropriate subject (business, finance, economics, or accounting).
• Minimum seven years of financial, project management, and/or accounting experience within an international organisation with complex donor requirements or multinational company.

Required Skills and Competencies

• Developed financial management/accounting skills are essential.
• Strong analytical skills with ability to set priorities, complete work with minimal supervision, and meet deadlines.
• Able to work with multiple demands.
• Experience of working in a multicultural environment.
• Self-starter with strong organisational skills and adaptive planning skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Advanced IT skills, particularly knowledge of Microsoft Office software. Oracle ERP experience would also be a strong asset.
• Excellent communication skills, with fluency (spoken and written) in English. Other languages, especially French, would be an asset.
• Willingness to conduct international travel and conduct assignments in the field offices.
• An interest in conservation.
• Identifies and aligns with the core values of the WWF organisation: Courage, Integrity, Respect & Collaboration.

Working Relationships:

Internal - Directors, Practice leaders or teams, Project Supervisors and Programme Managers, Corporate Relations team, WWF National Organisations, Regional Offices, Programme Offices and project stakeholders. Frequent contacts with Fundraising, Finance, Human Resources and Legal departments are also necessary.

External- Interacts with donors, partners, representatives, consultants and field offices as required in fulfillment of duties.

HOW TO APPLY

Only one single document can be uploaded through LinkedIn. Upload your covering letter and CV as one file. We will not accept applications without CV and Cover Letter.

Deadline for applications: by May 10th.

Kindly note work permit restrictions may apply and thatonly shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert early.

WWF is an equal opportunity employer and committed to having a diverse workforce.