Job Title
Finance and Administration Manager
Job purpose
The Finance and Administration Manager will be responsible for establishing and maintaining sound financial management practices and operational excellence within the project and managing the team. The Manager will ensure compliance with donor procedures, rules, and regulations as well as national legislation. The Manager will be responsible for overall financial management, leadership, direct management, and control of budgets and reviewing and approving recommendations for financial planning and control.
Reports To
National Office Director
Key Responsibilities and Tasks
General responsibilities:
- Oversee and lead annual budgeting and planning process; administer and review all financial plans and budgets; monitor progress and changes; and keep director informed about the organization’s financial status.
- Analyze and present financial reports in an accurate and timely manner; clearly communicate monthly and annual financial statements; collate financial reporting materials for all donor segments, and oversee all financial, project/program and grants accounting.
- Manage organizational cash flow and forecasting.
- Update and implement all necessary organizational policies and accounting practices; improve the finance department’s overall policy and procedure manual.
- Ensure all financial operations comply with national laws.
- Effectively communicate and present the critical financial matters to the board of directors.
- Coordinate and lead the annual audit process, liaise with external auditors and the finance committee of the board of directors; assess any changes necessary.
- Supervise the accounting department to ensure smooth day-to-day transactions.
Skills and Competences Required
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Business, Finance, Economy, Management, or a related field is Required.
- 3+ Years of experience working in Accounting, Finance, Or A Related Field preferably in non-profit organization is Required. Experience should include legal, audit, compliance, budget, and resource management.
- A Strong Background in Nonprofit Management and familiarity with the way nonprofit organizations are structured;
- Working for or knowing Caritas network is an advantage.
- Strong analytical skills;
- Confident use of common IT applications such as Microsoft 365 and accounting software.
- Hands-on experience with accounting and financial management software is an advantage.
- Availability to work in Istanbul.
- Advanced knowledge of Turkish and English (written and oral).
- Residence and work permitin Turkiye is required.
- Diplomatic and negotiation skills in managing relationships with donors, public authorities, partners, and staff.
- Strong adaptation and flexibility attitudes.
- A multi-tasker with the ability to wear many hats in a fast-changing environment.
- Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and a commitment to Caritas Turkiye mission.
Starting date
01-05-2024
How to apply
Please send your application:
- Motivation letter,
- Updated CV with three reference contacts,
- Other supporting documentation to verify fulfillment of requirements,
to the following email addresses:
[email protected] [email protected]
with the reference: Job Application – Finance and Admin Manager latest until 30/04/2024.
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interviews. Female candidates are encouraged to apply as Caritas Turkiye is an equal opportunity employer.
Please send your questions to the following email address in case you need more information about the position and the organization.