Senior Analyst – Financial Services and Reporting

Join World Vision as Senior Analyst – Financial Services and Reporting.

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Overview

Join World Vision as Senior Analyst – Financial Services and Reporting.

You have:

  • First degree in Accounting or Finance and/or professional qualification such as ACCA or CIMA
  • Minimum of 5 years relevant experience in Financial Planning and Budgeting in International NGO
  • Knowledge in Data science and Data analytics preferred
  • In-depth working knowledge of accounting software packages; Sun Systems, Vision XL and Vision Executive, PowerBI and Power Apps
  • In-depth working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and IFRS
  • Experience in international grant accounting, proposal budget development and reporting
  • Able to perform complex financial analyses
  • Able to work with minimum supervision
  • Able to articulate and communicate ideas well verbally and in writing

With 75 years of experience, our focus is on helping the most vulnerable children overcome poverty and experience fullness of life. We help children of all backgrounds, even in the most dangerous places, inspired by our Christian faith.

Come join our 31,000+ staff working in nearly 100 countries and share the joy of transforming vulnerable children’s life stories!

Employee Contract Type:

Local - Fixed Term Employee (Fixed Term)Job Description:

Field Office Financial Reporting and Analysis

  • Run and Review National Office (NO) Monthly Reporting Packages Prepare and validate monthly financial reports for the National Office, ensuring completeness, accuracy, and alignment with organizational standards and donor expectations.
  • Prepare Audit Support Documentation Compile and organize financial records and reconciliations to support internal and external audits. Respond to audit queries and ensure timely submission of required documentation.
  • Draft the NO Cover Memo Develop the Monthly Financial Summary and Management Review document, highlighting key financial insights, risks, and action points for leadership review.
  • Oversee Balance Sheet Reconciliation Processes Supervise monthly reconciliations of all balance sheet accounts. Ensure reconciling items are investigated and resolved, and that documentation is audit-ready.
  • Conduct Balance Sheet Aging Reviews Analyse aging reports for receivables, payables, and advances. Identify overdue items and coordinate with relevant teams for resolution.
  • Perform Variance Analysis Compare actuals to budgeted figures across projects and cost centres. Identify trends, anomalies, and provide actionable insights to management.
  • Support Strategic Reporting Extract and compile financial data to support reporting to the Board, Committees, SLT, and monthly FFR submissions.
  • Assist FP&A Manager with Forecasting Contribute to predictive analysis and financial forecasting using historical data and current trends to inform planning and budgeting.

Shared Services and Financial Systems Coordination

  • Analyse General Ledger Transactions Review GL entries for accuracy, proper coding, and compliance with financial policies. Flag and correct anomalies in collaboration with Shared Services.
  • Review Journal Entries Validate journal entries for completeness, correctness, and proper authorization. Ensure entries are supported by adequate documentation.
  • Manage Chart of Accounts and A&T Codes Maintain and update the Chart of Accounts and Activity & Task codes. Ensure proper classification and usage across all financial systems.
  • Facilitate Account Opening and Closure Coordinate the opening and closing of accounts in Sun System and other platforms, ensuring compliance with internal controls and financial policies.
  • Validate Financial Data Prior to FFR Submission Conduct final checks on financial data before submission to ensure integrity and consistency across systems.
  • Maintain Document Management Systems Organize and archive financial documents to ensure audit readiness and easy retrieval for compliance reviews.
  • Design and Monitor Internal Controls Develop and implement internal control mechanisms to address identified risk gaps in financial processes and systems.

Compliance, Cost Recovery, and People Management

  • Monitor Cost Recovery Across Projects Track cost recovery contributions and ensure each project supports its share of operational costs. Address gaps and follow up with project leads.
  • Support Audit Processes Provide financial documentation and analysis to support project-level audits. Ensure compliance with donor and internal requirements.
  • Coordinate with Shared Services and GFS Liaise with Shared Services and the Global Financial Solutions(GFS) for system support, troubleshooting, and process improvements.

People Management

Provide mentorship and oversight to junior finance staff involved in budgeting and partner monitoring. Deliver training sessions on budgeting and monitoring tools, system usage, and compliance protocols.

Required Knowledge, Qualifications, Professional Experience, training, license, registration, and certification:

  • First degree in Accounting or Finance and/or professional qualification such as ACCA or CIMA
  • Minimum of 5 years relevant experience in Financial Planning and Budgeting in International NGO
  • Knowledge in Data science and Data analytics preferred
  • In-depth working knowledge of accounting software packages; Sun Systems, Vision XL and Vision Executive, PowerBI and Power Apps.
  • In-depth working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and IFRS.
  • Experience in international grant accounting, proposal budget development and reporting
  • Knowledge of how to prepare, review, and present financial statements and financial reports.
  • Able to perform complex financial analyses
  • Able to work with minimum supervision
  • Able to articulate and communicate ideas well verbally and in writing

Travel and/or Work Environment:

Local travel to the community at least once a quarter

Language Requirements:

  • English
  • Local languages

Attitudes et comportement

World Vision est une ONG dont le travail est centré sur les enfants. Ainsi World Vision se réserve le droit d’éliminer tout candidat qui aurait un antécédent relatif à l’abus sur un enfant ou des comportements contraires à la protection des enfants ; ce, même après la proclamation des résultats du test.

Les candidatures féminines et celles de personnes vivant avec handicap, conformes au profil recherché, sont vivement encouragées.

AVIS IMPORTANT!

Nous avons appris que plusieurs agences ou personnes prétendent agir au nom de World Vision pour recruter ou faciliter le recrutement de personnel.

World Vision souhaite informer le public en termes inconditionnels que :

• World Vision ne confie pas son processus de recrutement à aucune organisation ou agence qui, par le biais d'affichages sur le site Web, envoie des messages électroniques, des bulletins d'information ou prétend faire du recrutement en son nom. World Vision n'utilisera que des cabinets de recrutement de cadres agréés et réputés (base d'exception seulement).

• Les publicités pour les postes vacants se trouvent soit sur le lien indiqué dans l’offre ou sur notre site Web officiel de carrière World Vision International http://careers.wvi.org et / ou sur les sites Web de World Vision Support Office.

• World Vision ne sollicite et ne sollicitera jamais d'argent pour une partie de ses processus de recrutement, y compris la présélection, les entrevues, les vérifications des antécédents et / ou les examens médicaux.

• World Vision ne sera pas responsable de toute correspondance frauduleuse ou de toute perte d'argent ou de vol pouvant résulter de toute personne se livrant à une activité de recrutement frauduleuse.

• Soyez prudent, et si vous avez des questions et / ou souhaitez signaler ce que vous pensez être une agence de recrutement frauduleuse de World Vision, veuillez envoyer un email à [email protected].

Au cas où une demande quelconque vous serait adressée, merci de pouvoir dénoncer aux adresses suivantes :

Téléphone : 0972607911 ligne verte 47 88 88

Adresse mail : wvdrc_[email protected]

LA DIRECTION.

Applicant Types Accepted:

Local Applicants Only

Potential interview questions

Can you describe your experience with financial reporting in an international NGO context? This assesses your relevant experience and understanding of financial practices in NGOs. Share specific examples of financial reports you have prepared or contributed to.
How do you ensure accuracy and compliance in financial documentation? This question evaluates your attention to detail and compliance orientation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Describe a time when you performed variance analysis. What did you find? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What accounting software have you used and how proficient are you with it? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Explain your approach to managing and mentoring junior finance staff. Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you handle discrepancies or issues during audits? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What internal controls have you implemented in past roles? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you stay updated with changes in GAAP and IFRS? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
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