Country Finance Manager| Addis Ababa
Lead the finance team and manage all financial aspects of Mercy Corps Ethiopia operations effectively.
Overview
Lead the finance team and manage all financial aspects of Mercy Corps Ethiopia operations effectively.
You have:
- At least 10 years of progressive financial management experience is required.
- BA/S or equivalent in accounting or finance is required. An advanced degree is preferred.
- At least 4 years of experience in grants management as well as an understanding of donor regulations is required (particularly USAID, DFID and EC).
- At least 3 years of international experience is required; international NGO or business
- Strong accounting skills and experience, including management of the general ledger, journal entries, payroll, payables, and balance sheet.
- Excellent oral and written English skills required.
- Advanced computer skills in MS Office programs, particularly Excel.
- Prior management experience and strong organizational skills.
Potential interview questions
| Describe a challenging financial situation you managed. How did you handle it? | This question assesses your problem-solving skills in financial management. | Provide specific details about the situation, actions taken, and the outcome. |
| How do you ensure compliance with donor regulations in financial reporting? | The interviewer wants to understand your approach to compliance management. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Can you share your experience with budget preparation and management? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What methods do you use to train non-finance staff on financial processes? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe how you would handle discrepancies in financial records. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you build effective relationships with external stakeholders? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What is your approach to managing financial risks in projects? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you prioritize tasks when managing multiple projects? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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