Finance Manager

## About Qatar Charity

Qatar Charity is a leading international humanitarian and development organization working in numerous countries to support vulnerable communities through sustainable development, humanitarian assistance, education, health, livelihood, and social welfare programs.

## Job Purpose

We are seeking a highly qualified **Field Financial Manager** to join Qatar Charity's international operations. The successful candidate may be assigned to one of Qatar Charity's field offices worldwide and will play a key role in ensuring sound financial management, effective financial control, compliance, and strategic financial planning.

The Field Financial Manager is responsible for providing financial leadership and oversight, supporting decision-making through financial analysis, ensuring compliance with organizational policies and local regulations, and safeguarding the organization's financial resources, assets, and investments.

## Key Responsibilities

- Prepare and manage annual budgets in alignment with strategic objectives and operational plans.
- Monitor budget implementation and financial performance, providing periodic reports and recommendations.
- Ensure the accuracy of accounting records and compliance with approved financial policies, accounting standards, and local regulations.
- Prepare financial statements, annual accounts, and year-end financial closures.
- Oversee all accounting and financial operations within the field office.
- Analyze costs, expenditures, operational results, and financial performance against approved plans and budgets.
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for headquarters, donors, and other stakeholders.
- Establish and maintain effective financial controls and risk management mechanisms.
- Ensure implementation of financial directives and procedures issued by headquarters.
- Coordinate internal and external audits and ensure proper documentation is maintained.
- Prepare audit files and support audit processes and financial reviews.
- Oversee inventory management, cash operations, and asset registration.
- Ensure adequate insurance coverage for office assets and properties where applicable.
- Review financial obligations, project balances, guarantees, surpluses, and deficits, and recommend corrective actions.
- Supervise and develop accounting staff within the field office.
- Participate in procurement and tender committees as required.
- Support senior management with financial analysis, forecasts, and strategic recommendations.

## **Qualifications& Requirements:**

- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Financial Management, or a related field.
- Professional certifications such as **CPA, CMA, ACCA, CFA, or equivalent** are highly desirable.
- Minimum of 6 years of progressive experience in accounting, finance, or financial management.
- Excellent English language skills; Arabic, French or any additional languages are an asset.
- Experience in humanitarian, development, nonprofit, or international organizations is highly preferred.
- Proven experience in budgeting, financial reporting, financial controls, and audit coordination.
- Experience working with ERP systems and financial management software.
- Experience managing multicultural teams and working in complex operational environments is an advantage.
- Willingness to be assigned to any Qatar Charity field office worldwide.

## Skills & Competencies

- Strong financial management and accounting expertise.
- Budget planning, forecasting, and financial analysis.
- Knowledge of international accounting standards and financial controls.
- Risk management and compliance awareness.
- Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Effective communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Strong organizational and reporting abilities.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel.
- Experience using ERP and financial management systems.

## Additional Information:

- The selected candidate may be assigned to any Qatar Charity field office worldwide based on organizational needs.
- The role requires a high degree of flexibility, adaptability, and willingness to work in diverse cultural and operational contexts.