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Experience Experience

San Francisco, CA

Finance & Administration Manager

San Francisco, CA

Collins LLC

San Francisco, CA

Finance & Administration Manager

Reporting-Closing, AP/AR, Financial statements, Tax
Controlling- budget/forecast, analysis
Budgeting and forecasting
Financial Management
Review and monitor staff and partners' financial reporting and compliance. Provide additional technical assistance/training to staff and partners as necessary to maintain high standards of financial compliance
Oversees all payments issued under the project (including those made to vendors, grantees, consultants, subcontractors, and staff) and ensure that they are issued in compliance with RTI and USAID financial accounting policies and procedures and that they are in line with the project budget
Communicates goals and objectives, applies company policy, staffs, trains, coaches, recommends salary increases, administers discipline, insures positive employee relations and reviews the performance of employees

Houston, TX

Finance & Administration Manager, Kenya

Houston, TX

Ratke-Daugherty

Houston, TX

Finance & Administration Manager, Kenya

Oversee all payments issued under the project (including those made to vendors, grantees, consultants, subcontractors, and staff) and ensure that they are issued in compliance with RTI and USAID financial accounting policies and procedures and that they are in line with the project budget
Ensure proper segregation of duties on all authorized financial transactions
Record all financial transactions in QuickBooks and ensures accurate bookkeeping with proper supporting documentation
Manage the monthly financial close each month, according to RTI protocols
Take a lead in preparing the annual project budget that aligns with project workplan activities
Regularly monitors the project budget, informing the Chief of Party and other staff on the project burn rate and advising her/him on any necessary adjustments
Routinely prepare financial projections (including accrued and projected costs) with the project team in order to ensure that project expenses are in line with the budget and provide accurate forecasts

present

Chicago, IL

Senior Finance & Administration Manager

Chicago, IL

Effertz, Purdy and Bernier

present

Chicago, IL

Senior Finance & Administration Manager

present

Manage and monitor performance of office petty cash system
Provide training and guidance to field finance officers and COP on managing project expenses to annual work plan and contract budgets
Perform other duties as assigned
Oversight of finance, human resource management, logistics, procurement, administration and information technology (IT) support to the project
Oversight of the project’s management of financial and reporting functions to ensure compliance with the terms of the agreement
Coordinate and consolidate the projection of monthly, quarterly and annual expenditures and prepares pipeline estimates for the project
Provide leadership and support during project start-up and close-out with regard to setting up the project office, bank account, operations and logistics, staff administration, etc.

Education Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration

North Carolina State University

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration

Skills Skills

Working knowledge of short and long term budgeting and forecasting, rolling budgets, and profitability analysis
Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines
Knowledgeable on Legal/tax and insurance
Strong attention to detail and an investigative nature
Experience and familiarity with QuickBooks, or a similar accounting program is highly desired
Strong team-player skills and the ability to ensure that policies are carried out across multiple countries
Strong knowledge of IFRS and internal controls principles
Good time management skills and the ability to prioritise
Excellent computer skills and proficient in excel, word, outlook, and access
Ability to analyze financial data and prepare financial reports, statements and projections

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Finance & Administration Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Experience of Canadian billing and accounting practices
Experience of Canadian HR regulations
Experience of Canadian finance and tax requirements
Experience of working for US business

Finance & Administration Manager Resume Examples & Samples

University Degree in Business Administration or Finance
Experience in working in a family-run business
Experience in business start up process
Financial advisory skills
Knowledgeable on Legal/tax and insurance
Compliance skills
Professionalism and ethics
Governance, risk and control
Stakeholder relationship management
Leadership and management
Sustainable management accounting
Audit and assurance
Resistant to pressure

Finance & Administration Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Day to day responsibility for all financial and administrative requirements including financial accounting and reporting, treasury, legal, HR, tax and IT
Provide support to employees of UPI and other divisions of Comcast NBCUniversal based in India
Ensure full compliance with local and NBCUniversal regulations
Prepare and oversee annual audit process
Manage a team of two responsible for payables and receivables
Coordinate and liaise with external agents, including auditors, tax partners, legal support and IT
Ensure timely submission of multiple reporting requirements to UPI London
Ideally experience of working with a similar media organisation
Experience of working with remote stakeholders across multiple locations
Ideally experience of managing third party vendors and partners e.g. audit firms, legal firms, IT vendors
Ideally experienced of managing, motivating and developing a small team
Must work effectively under own initiative and strict deadlines
Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word, ideally use of SAP

Finance & Administration Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Reporting-Closing, AP/AR, Financial statements, Tax
Controlling- budget/forecast, analysis
Inventory monitoring/control
Supervise internal/external audits
HR, General Administration tasks with support of shared service functions
3-5 years experience in a related industry
Native Japanese and Solid English skills
Education in Finance/Masters is a plus
Experience handling HR/GA/Legal preferred

Finance & Administration Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Assist in tracking budget against programs and operations expenses and preparation of cost and budget projections
Supervise AECOM and USAID financial reporting requirements, including monthly finance reports
Manage Quicken, supervise daily booking and closings
Perform or supervise the completion of internal control audits and initiate necessary actions to correct control weaknesses to ensure compliance with AECOM and USAID requirements
Comply with all USAID rules and regulations, all local laws and regulations, AECOM policies and procedures, and proper accounting standards
Supervise all bank relations and bank account activities
Supervise preparation and payment national staff income tax and social insurance
Manage office administrative and ancillary staff, ensure smooth logistical support for office activities
Recent work experience in Ethiopia
Previous USAID experience

Finance & Administration Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Applies accounting principles and practices to a limited range of accounting, budgeting, forecasting, cost accounting and/or other fiscal functions
Provides support for field programs by conducting live meeting training on financial systems and processes
Works with Global Program Management (GPM) staff to help them understand the financial aspects of the assigned Country Offices
Reviews Country Office monthly financial reports for month end closings involving cash and travel reconciliations, accuracy of reports, and cost allowances
Work may include: reconciliation of accounts or reports, examination of various financial statements for accuracy, completeness, and conformance to guidelines, and maintenance of subsidiary ledgers
Assists in various financial analysis projects and closure of accounting records
Reconciles US based sub recipients with the General Ledger accounts
Reviews inter department cash requests and journal entries
Assists with internal and external audit request
Prepares field office risk assessment reports
Independently applies accounting principles and practices to a variety of accounting, budgeting, forecasting, cost accounting and/or other fiscal functions
Work may include: account report preparation and reconciliation, development and implementation of control systems for determining and distributing costs, working with administrators to develop and operate accounting systems, examination of a variety of accounting documents to verify conformance with internal policies and external accounting standards
Prepares reports and statements requiring interpretation and analysis
May be involved in system design
This is an advance level position in which the incumbent has the ability to perform complex, specialized accounting functions
May lead cost accounting or other fiscal operations and functions
Ensures daily operations of the accounting systems, develops non- standard reports and statements requiring interpretation and analysis of trends
Responds to new or changing management requests related to audit and fiscal procedures, account structures or reports and accounting systems
Independently resolves issues of moderate complexity
Responsibilities may extend beyond accounting system maintenance to the solution of accounting problems
Bachelor's Degree or its International Equivalent - Accounting, Business Administration, Finance or Related Field
5+ years of accounting experience in public accounting firm or a large company
Substantial experience using computerized information systems
Prior team lead experience preferred
Demonstrated leadership experience preferred
CPA required

Finance & Administration Manager Resume Examples & Samples

To ensure that the Service Level Agreement SLA signed with SSC is respected
Responsible for the issuance, consolidation and filing of the Financial Statements prepared by the SSC in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards, local Standards and Local Tax and Accounting Requirements for the corresponding ACO
Analysis of financial information and financial reports concerning assets, liabilities, profit and loss, tax liability and other financial activities in compliance with professional and corporate standards
Instruct and monitor the SSC for the maintenance of the relevant accounting documentation in order to back up company financial statements in front of Tax authorities, external/internal auditors and any other competent authority requiring information
Collaboration with group external auditors for their audit of group and statutory annual accounts; follow up on identified issues
ACO performance analysis

Finance & Administration Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Work with the Chief of Party (COP), Deputy Chief of Party, technical staff, pertinent RTI regional and home office staff and appropriate USAID staff to ensure project resources are effectively and efficiently budgeted, analyzed, disbursed, monitored and reported in achieving project objectives and results
Work closely with key RTI staff, government and non-government officials, contractors and USAID staff to ensure full compliance with local laws (e.g., with respect to taxes, shipping, customs, registration) while integrating with RTI systems and procedures
Provide training and guidance to field finance officers and DCOP on managing project expenses to annual work plan and contract budgets
Master’s degree in finance, business administration, management, or accounting
At least 9 years’ experience in the financial and administrative management of donor-funded programs, preferably on large-scale USAID programs in Southeast Asia
Prior experience overseeing finance and administration for large, complex, USAID-funded projects, preferably in the Southeast Asia region
Professional Accounting Designation (CPA, ACCA), or significant progress toward obtainment of designation preferred
Expert knowledge of USAID financial rules, regulations, procedures and reporting requirements
Excellent track record of good interpersonal, supervision, leadership and managerial skills
Results-oriented and team player who has the ability to follow guidelines and controls required of the position
Advanced budgeting, financial analysis, and MS Excel skills required
Fluency in written and spoken English required

Senior Finance & Administration Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Oversight of finance, human resource management, logistics, procurement, administration and information technology (IT) support to the project
Coordinate and consolidate the projection of monthly, quarterly and annual expenditures and prepares pipeline estimates for the project
Provide leadership and support during project start-up and close-out with regard to setting up the project office, bank account, operations and logistics, staff administration, etc
Minimum of Bachelors Degree in Business Administration, Accounting or related field required along with an ACCA/CPA or other recognized professional accounting qualification. Masters degree in Business Administration or related field preferred
Minimum of 12 years of experience in financial management of international-donor-funded projects including experience in the management of USAID-funded projects
Familiarity with USG Cost Accounting Standards; Extensive knowledge of computerized accounting systems, accounting software and Microsoft Office
Proficiency in QuickBooks software preferred
Possess excellent organizational and analytical skills
Experience in DRC preferred

Senior Finance & Administration Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Oversee the finance and administration functions for this large, complex project and ensures compliance with RTI and USAID procedures
Manage finance, human resources, logistics, procurement, administration and information technology (IT) support to the project, requesting direction from RTI headquarters business partners as needed
Work with the Chief of Party (COP), technical staff, pertinent RTI regional and home office staff and appropriate USAID staff to ensure project resources are effectively and efficiently budgeted, analyzed, disbursed, monitored and reported in achieving project objectives and results
Provide training and guidance to field finance officers and COP on managing project expenses to annual work plan and contract budgets
Ensure timely submission of expense reports, bank reconciliations and wire transfer requests to corporate headquarters in the US
Manage and monitor performance of office petty cash system

Finance & Administration Manager Resume Examples & Samples

At least 3 years of professional business experience, with prior experience supporting, financial management and strategic planning functions preferred
Strong financial management and strategic planning skills, prior experience with SAP a plus
BA/BS in Finance, Accounting, or Business (or equivalent work experience)
Excellent communication and listening skills to articulate ideas and thoughts clearly through various means, including written and oral communications with all levels of the organization up to and including executive management
Strong analytical and problem solving skills and the ability to quickly grasp new concepts and use a facilitative style to gather information for decision making
At least 2 years of people management experience preferred
Strong MS Office skills required, including PowerPoint and Excel
Must be willing to be located in Lexington, KY
Must be authorized to work in the US

Finance & Administration Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Ensure adherence to RTI and USAID financial and accounting policies and procedures
Provide training and guidance to field and subcontract/grantee finance managers and COP on managing project expense to annual work plan and contract budgets, as needed
Minimum of Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Accounting or related field; Master’s degree in Business Administration or related field preferred
Minimum of 10 years of experience in financial management of international-donor-funded projects including experience in the management of USAID-funded projects
ACCA/CPA or other recognized professional accounting qualification preferred
Experience in grants/subcontract management is highly preferred
Demonstrated knowledge, skills, and/or experiences in accounting, financial planning and management, and procurement, among other management support areas/functions, as required
Written and verbal fluency in French and English

Finance & Administration Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Oversees all payments issued under the project (including those made to vendors, grantees, consultants, subcontractors, and staff) and ensure that they are issued in compliance with RTI and USAID financial accounting policies and procedures and that they are in line with the project budget
Ensures proper segregation of duties on all authorized financial transactions
Records all financial transactions in QuickBooks and ensures accurate bookkeeping with proper supporting documentation
Manages payroll administration, including appropriate deductions as required under relevant labor laws and RTI policies
Manages the monthly financial close each month, according to RTI protocols
Oversees the preparation and submission of monthly financial statements, including expenses, receivables, and reconciliations of bank accounts
Takes a lead in preparing the annual project budget that aligns with project workplan activities
Routinely monitors and follows up on any outstanding advances and ensures that they are appropriately liquidated within a timely manner
Routinely prepares financial projections (including accrued and projected costs) with the project team in order to ensure that project expenses are in line with the budget and provide accurate forecasts
Manages project cash flow and prepares bi-weekly requests for cash from the RTI home office that details projected costs for the period, minimizing excess funds in the project bank account each month
Plays a HR function on the project, including communicating and administering RTI HR policies,
Oversees the HR paperwork for project staff and liaises with the appropriate RTI HR business partner to ensure that policies and procedures are adhered to
Monitors the balances of staff vacation, or personal time off (PTO)
Oversees administration of compensation and benefits to staff according to RTI procedures
Manages the overall administration of the office and ensures that office supplies are in stock and oversees use of the project vehicle
Manages the project assets and maintains control over project property through a log that indicates the property, value of property, condition and location
Ensures that RTI’s registration in the country is valid and that the project has all essential paperwork needed for operating in Barbados
Manage administrative staff supporting the project
Master’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, Accounting, or a related field
At least 9 years’ experience in managing the finances and administration of a donor-funded programs, preferably on a USAID-funded program, including knowledge of accounting, bookkeeping, and monitoring and managing budgets

Finance & Administration Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Implement maintain and supervise the accounting systems of the project in accordance with IFRS
Develop and maintain systems for cash management, AP, AR and petty cash
Develop and maintain accurate financial statements and reports appropriate for the Project Management Team and maintain complete and accurate supporting information for all financial transactions
Review of monthly report, analyze budget variances and highlight areas of concern to PMT
Liaise with external financial auditors on the annual audit of the financial statements of the Partnership and assist the auditors in their field work
Ensure statutory tax compliance
Manage relationships and negotiations with financial institutions, supervise the preparation of bank reconciliations, investment cash surpluses and maintain register of bank authorized signors
Supervise full cycle of accounting (payables, receivables, fixed assets, financial assets, accruals, journal entries)
Preparation of monthly financial statements and financial reporting under IFRS
Maintain the fixed assets schedule and calculate monthly amortization
Calculate and submit Taxes (GST, payroll remittances, income tax)
Treasury, cash management and cash flows
Liaise with external auditors, legal counsel and tax advisors
Strong knowledge of IFRS and internal controls principles
Strong interpersonal and communications skills – ability to build and maintain positive relationships with operating management, accounting staff and staff in other departments
Ability to work independently, take initiative, prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
Experience working with SAP Business 1
Proficiency with MS office especially with Excel
At least 15 years’ experience in similar capacity
Experience in accounting under the IFRS
Experience in P3 projects working in Joint Venture
CA, CGA, CMA, CPA designation

Finance & Administration Manager Mozambique Resume Examples & Samples

Establish and send accounts
Financial reporting to the Corporate Headquarters
Follow up financial flows: customers invoicing, suppliers payments, local treasury
Verify compliance between initial budget and operations
Analyze results (volume, margin, evolution of market share, income...)
Control stocks and costs qualitiatively and quantitatively
Take care that all administrative formalities are established accordingly to local regulations and laws
Take care that the fiscal and social regulations in Mozambique are strictly respected

Finance & Administration Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Oversees all administrative functions of the front office including supervision of two or more staff
Oversees all financial data gathering and reporting
Reconciles discrepancies
Administers the purchase of sufficient raw material for production demands
Monitors and adjusts inventory levels as needed
Oversees reports, maintains files and other administrative paperwork
Monitors adherence to established quality specifications and safety standards
Maintains inventory on outside vendor products (i.e., office supplies)
Informs and coordinates activities with other departments and outside vendors
Communicates goals and objectives, applies company policy, staffs, trains, coaches, recommends salary increases, administers discipline, insures positive employee relations and reviews the performance of employees
3-5 years direct experience in a purchasing/buyer role
5+ year preferred
Fundamental understanding of a plant manufacturing operation
Fundamental understanding of computer operation and software
Must also have the ability to work collaboratively with others as part of a team

Finance & Administration Manager, Usaid Multi Resume Examples & Samples

Oversight of the project’s management of financial and reporting functions to ensure compliance with the terms of the agreement
Oversee preparation and submission of financial statements and other cost accounting reports to RTI and USAID
Oversee subcontract and/or grant to local partners
Provide training and guidance to field and subcontract/grantee finance managers and Project Director on managing project expense to annual work plan and contract budgets, as needed
Ensure appropriate systems and cost effective, timely procedures such as cash management, vendor payments, and budgeting are in place to properly disburse, account, budget and report project funds and have the proper internal controls

Finance & Administration Manager, Kenya Resume Examples & Samples

Oversee all payments issued under the project (including those made to vendors, grantees, consultants, subcontractors, and staff) and ensure that they are issued in compliance with RTI and USAID financial accounting policies and procedures and that they are in line with the project budget
Ensure proper segregation of duties on all authorized financial transactions
Record all financial transactions in QuickBooks and ensures accurate bookkeeping with proper supporting documentation
Manage payroll administration, including appropriate deductions as required under relevant labor laws and RTI policies
Manage the monthly financial close each month, according to RTI protocols
Routinely monitor and follow up on any outstanding advances and ensures that they are appropriately liquidated within a timely manner
Routinely prepare financial projections (including accrued and projected costs) with the project team in order to ensure that project expenses are in line with the budget and provide accurate forecasts
Manage project cash flow and prepares bi-weekly requests for cash from the RTI home office that details projected costs for the period, minimizing excess funds in the project bank account each month
Manage the overall administration of the office and ensures that office supplies are in stock and oversees use of the project vehicle
Manage the project assets and maintains control over project property through a log that indicates the property, value of property, condition and location
At least 9 years of experience in managing the finances and administration of a donor-funded programs, preferably on a USAID-funded program, including knowledge of accounting, bookkeeping, and monitoring and managing budgets
Experience and familiarity with QuickBooks, or a similar accounting program is highly desired

Finance & Administration Manager Resume Examples & Samples

At least 3 years’ experience in Financial Management
Strong background and work experience in Finance
Excellent computer skills and proficient in excel, word, outlook, and access
Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
An analytical approach to work
High numeracy and sound technical skills
Problem-solving skills and initiative
Strong attention to detail and an investigative nature
The ability to balance the demands of work with study commitments
Good time management skills and the ability to prioritise
The capacity to make quick but rational decisions
The potential to lead and motivate others

Finance & Administration Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Reviews, provides input, and periodically updates operations, administrative, and financial office policy and protocols
Reviews and analyzes monthly financial reports regarding budgets- actual and forecast
Provides recommendations on financial projects and compliances and assists with development and management of internal financial audits
Review procurement requests and payment vouchers for purchasing of goods and services and for program activities, and assure that all disbursements or reimbursements are made in compliance with FHI policy and applicable to donor rules and regulations
Bachelor Degree or higher in management, business, accounting, finance, law, or another relevant subject
At least 5-8 years working experience in operations, finance, administration, and program management on similar, international, donor-funded programs
Proven experience managing a financial analysis department is required
Excellent knowledge on USG rules and regulations
Ability to transfer knowledge/skills and work well with others, including local and foreign colleagues, implementing agency and government staff
Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously, to prioritize and respond in a timely manner

Finance & Administration Manager, India Resume Examples & Samples

Review and improve internal controls
Monitor budget, P&L and report on regular basis
Qualified accountant, ideally CA, with substantive experience within a Finance Manager role in a similar, complex multinational organisation
Specific experience of financial accounting and reporting under India regulations and US GAAP
Highly experienced in audit and compliance
Excellent verbal, written, and presentation communication skills

Finance & Administration Manager, Linkages Resume Examples & Samples

Identifying key populations and locales and comprehensively assessing risk,
Diagnosing “leaks” and revealing access barriers within the HIV services cascade,
Scaling up “what works” while innovating to ensure the most strategic use of resources and access to newly emerging technologies,
Addressing structural barriers and transforming local KP organizations,
Ensuring interventions are sustainable over the long term, and
Supporting the mainstreaming of human rights, gender and competency and capacity development
Review and analyze monthly financial reports regarding budgets, both actual and forecast. Directs and manages the program budget in accordance with the approved annual budget and monitors the expenditures on an on-going basis
Provide recommendations to and consults with, management on the financial health of the project
Provides leadership and support for all financial management areas including, accounting, payments, reporting systems and procedures. Coordinates with related staff to ensure that project budgets, accounting and fiscal control procedures are implemented effectively
Responsible for all financial reporting including annual VAT and PEPFAR Expenditure Analysis; quarterly accruals (separation and country-specific) and tracking subaward monitoring
Oversees the timely completion and accuracy of the bi-weekly financial reports/field expenses prepared for submission to FHI 360 HQ and upload into the financial system. . Ensures that included are the balance sheet and bank account reconciliations, petty cash counts and expatriate allowance reports
Responsible for the maintenance of adequate financial resources in-country to support monthly program operations and subproject reimbursements by submitting timely the monthly advance request to HQ
Ensures all activities related to financial management are carried out in conformance with policies and procedures established by FHI 360, LINKAGES and USAID
Oversees the pre-award audit of new implementation agencies and guides the subproject budget development with country office staff
Oversees the monitoring and review of subproject financial reports to ensure compliance with subproject budgets and FHI 360 and LINKAGESpolicies and USAID rules and regulations. Ensures that each invoice is uploaded into the Subaward Tracking (SAT) database
Provide support to the internal audit functions
Supervise the finance and administration staff members if any
Participates and contributes to the overall mission of FHI 360
Comprehensive knowledge of concepts, practices, and procedures with accounting, financial controls, and financial information systems
Well versed in Djibouti laws and regulations that have impact on financial analysis and management controls
Has familiarity and experience with automated financial reporting, government accounting practices, Cost Accounting Standards (AS), and Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) systems
Sound knowledge and experience with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) practices and reporting guidelines
Excellent and demonstrated organizational and presentation skills
Excellent and demonstrated project management and supervisory skills
Minimum of 5-8 years related work experience in accounting/budgeting management, including 3 years in management and 3 years working at the corporate or organization level
Or MS/MA/MBA with 3-5 years combined experience in accounting/budgeting management
Experience with U.S. government rules and regulations and experience working in an international NGO/PVO environment desirable
Previous experience in Djibouti is strongly preferred; Experience in other East African countries a plus
Fluent in written and oral English and French
Past experience managing a financial analysis department is required