Organization: Action Against Hunger Canada / Action contre la Faim Canada
Report To: Finance and Administration Director
Location: Toronto, ON (Hybrid)
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Start Date: June 2024
Work Hours: 37.5 hours per week. *(Flexibility is required to work outside regular office hours if needed.)
Salary: CAD 70K – 80K per annum
ABOUT ACTION AGAINST HUNGER
Founded in 1979, Action Against Hunger is a global humanitarian organization that takes decisive action against the causes and effects of hunger. Our mission is to save the lives of severely malnourished children while helping communities become self-sufficient. Recognized as a world leader in the fight against malnutrition, Action Against Hunger has pursued its vision of a world without hunger for almost four decades, combating hunger in emergency situations of conflict, natural disaster, and chronic food insecurity. With more than 8,000 staff in nearly 50 countries, our programs in nutrition, food security, livelihoods, water, sanitation, and hygiene, reach more than 20 million people each year.
ABOUT ACTION AGAINST HUNGER CANADA
With an annual Budget of $35million and staff strength of nearly 40 people, Action Against Hunger Canada (est. in 2006) works tirelessly in the fight against hunger globally through our specialized nutrition technical programs that build the knowledge and skills of nutrition and public health professionals worldwide for the detection, treatment and prevention of malnutrition. We are a leading recipient of funding from Global Affairs Canada (GAC) and advocate for changes to policy and practice in support of better nutrition and increased food security. Our collaborative programmatic model brings together communities, civil society, government, and the international assistance community to work jointly on fundamental public health issues that contribute to hunger in this world.
Our leading-edge programs have been built on the foundations of technical excellence, rigor and innovative practice over many years. We are experts in nutrition information systems, emergency nutrition and gender equality. Action Against Hunger Canada plays a hosting role to two significant global programs (SMART and the Global Nutrition Cluster Technical Alliance’s Support Team) that provide guidance, tools and training in the areas of nutrition data collection and analysis and best practices for emergency nutrition service delivery for hundreds of Governments, civil society organizations and international organizations worldwide. Our programs support the capacity of public health professionals who deliver lifesaving and long-term initiatives in communities globally. We also work towards sustainable transformative health system strengthening in all our efforts to ensure a long- lasting impact together with our partners, including members of the Humanitarian Coalition. As a member of the Action Against Hunger International Network, we also provide a range of technical support for the mainstreaming of gender equality across our programs and operations world-wide. Our commitments towards a gender transformative approach are integrated in our core health programming and our technical support to our International Network.
To learn more about Action Against Hunger, visit our website at www.actionagainsthunger.ca
ABOUT THE ROLE
Action Against Hunger Canada is looking for a responsible and action-oriented Financial Analysis and Reporting Manager, who will be reporting directly to the Finance and Administration Director and will oversee the financial management functions. The Finance Coordinator reports into this role, which handles the financial management reporting, analysis, and business planning of special projects within Action Against Hunger Canada. The main focus of this position is to support the Finance and Administration Director and departments in achieving their objectives by identifying issues, recommending solutions, providing financial transparency and value-added financial assessments. This is achieved by establishing strong ties with the project groups while meeting the needs and interests of all stakeholders.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Financial Analysis
- Create and continually develop reports for the departments that capture key measures of activity and anticipate future requirements, including management reports and revenue/expense
- Proactively support the cost allocation process which includes the design, compilation, review, and implementation of various financial models.
- Conduct and provide financial analysis, budget follow-up reports to help project managers in decision making, for the Network related and other projects.
- Support for the preparation of financial proposals to appeal for grants and awards, for the Network related and other projects.
- Help with the preparation of award agreements, sub-agreements and service contracts, for the Network related and other projects.
- Execute all other regular monthly/quarterly reports and participate in special projects as
Planning, Budgeting and Financial Reporting
- Participate in the annual business planning and budgeting process while providing overall financial stewardship, revenue/expense projections and support for other ad hoc
- Participate in the development of appropriate key performance indicators and in the improvement of financial tools for project teams.
- Support departments in preparation of budgets and budget amendments for specific
- Proactive support of board reporting and quarterly business
General Ledger and Accounting Process
- Calculate and allocate salaries and benefits to the departments and record payroll transactions in a timely manner.
- Calculate and allocate office pooled costs to the departments and record transactions in a timely manner.
- Perform end-of-period procedures: balance account reconciliations, month-end closing
- Support the Finance and Administration Director in preparing for audits and responding to auditor requests.
- Take ownership for ensuring all work and/or processes are documented, oversee the filing of all relevant financial, suppliers and payroll documents.
- Liaise with the network on administrative matters related to inter-office
- Conduct quarterly reconciliation with network
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in relevant discipline
- CPA designation (would be considered a strong asset)
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in bookkeeping and accounting in an INGO
- Knowledge of accounting software (Electronic Financial System) and ERP
- Knowledge of USAID and GAC regulations
- Solid knowledge of Microsoft Office applications specifically Excel and Word
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES & OTHER ATTRIBUTES
- Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
- Ability to work under pressure
- Proven ability to take initiatives and be proactive
- Strong attention to detail
- Demonstrated interest in international humanitarian work
WORK CONDITIONS
- The job is performed indoors from home or an office Extended periods of sitting while using a computer or other devices are common.
- The ability to remain in a stationary position roughly 50% of the time, as well as the ability to move about the office occasionally (accessing files/storage, office equipment, computers, and other office productivity devices, attending meetings, etc.), is required.
- Using a computer while sitting for extended periods is Must also be able to position self to maintain equipment, including under tables and desks.
- No heavy lifting is expected, though occasional exertion of about 40 of force (e.g., picking up and carrying binders, laptops) may be required. Good manual dexterity required to use common office equipment (e.g., computers, mobile devices, calculators, copiers, scanners).
BENEFITS
- Vacation: 1-2 years: 3 weeks, 2-4 years: 4 weeks, 5+ years: 5 weeks
- Comprehensive Health Insurance Plan (after 3 months of employment)
- Retirement Savings Plan (after 1 year of employment)
- 13 paid holidays per year
- Paid time off (Personal and Sick Days)
At Action Against Hunger Canada, we are dedicated to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We actively welcome applications from individuals from BIPOC communities, LGBTQ2S+ communities, persons with disabilities, and other equity-deserving groups. If you are invited to proceed with the selection process, please inform our human resources representative of any accommodation or special measures you may require.
Action Against Hunger Canada is committed to promoting the well-being of people around the world and focuses its efforts on saving lives through the elimination of hunger. To that end, we uphold the principles of Independence, Neutrality, Non-discrimination, Unrestricted Access to Humanitarian Assistance, Professionalism, and Transparency in all our operations. We have ZERO TOLERANCE towards any behaviour violating our Code of Conduct, including workplace violence, harassment, sexual harassment, any form exploitation or abuse, corruption, fraud, and any behaviour lacking integrity.
Action Against Hunger Canada is committed to safeguarding children and adults in the communities where we work. Our safeguarding commitment is to ensure that children and adults are protected from both deliberate and unintentional harm or abuse caused by Action Against Hunger Canada staff, including the Prevention from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA).
In an effort to safeguard children and adults in communities that we work with, our offers of employment and volunteering are conditional on successfully clearing background checks that may include, but are not limited to, criminal record, vulnerable sector, and employment reference checks.
If you are interested in this position, please apply online by May 21, 2024, using the following link: https://apply.workable.com/acfcanada/j/2E1157F4C7/
We thank all applicants for their interest in this opportunity; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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