Finance Director

Provide financial oversight and strategic guidance for cluster of offices managing refugee support services.

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Overview

Provide financial oversight and strategic guidance for cluster of offices managing refugee support services.

You have:

  • Undergraduate degree in related field such as Finance, Accounting, Business Administration; a graduate degree preferred.
  • 5+ years finance, budgeting, accounting practices experience required; preferably in a grant-driven non-profit or social services environment.
  • 4+ years direct staff supervision.
  • Advanced computer proficiency with an emphasis on Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Teams, Outlook).
  • Proven experience in web-based data entry systems, with both data extraction and design preferred.
  • Fluent in English, both spoken and written; ability to communicate in a refugee language strongly preferred.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills; conscientious, organized, self-directed, and thorough in working with accounting procedures, data entry/record keeping.
  • Must have a valid driver's license, active insurance policy, access to reliable transportation and the ability to travel regularly throughout the service delivery area.
  • In accordance with Arizona State Law, must possess or be eligible to receive a fingerprint clearance card.

Potential interview questions

Describe a time when you had to identify and manage financial risks within a project. What was the outcome? The interviewer wants to assess your risk management capabilities and problem-solving skills. Provide a clear example that highlights your analytical skills and the steps you took to mitigate risks.
How do you prioritize and balance your responsibilities when managing multiple budgeting processes? This question evaluates your organizational and time management skills in a fast-paced environment. Pro members can see the explanation.
Can you explain your approach to financial forecasting and what key metrics you consider? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Tell me about a significant challenge you faced in financial controllership and how you handled it. Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you ensure team members understand financial processes and policies? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What systems have you implemented to improve financial reporting accuracy and efficiency? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
How would you handle a situation where you suspect fraud or financial misconduct? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Describe your experience with working in a multicultural environment, especially with refugees or diverse communities. Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Added 10 months ago - Updated 8 months ago - Source: rescue.org