Creative Associates International is a dynamic, fast-growing global development firm that specializes in education, economic growth, democratic institutions and stabilization. Based in Washington, D.C., Creative has a field presence in more than 25 countries with a strong client portfolio that includes the U.S. Agency for International Development and the State Department, among others. Since its founding in 1977, Creative has earned a solid reputation among its clients and is well-regarded by competitors and partners alike. 

We value diversity — in backgrounds and in experiences. We are deliberate and self-reflective about the kind of team and culture that we are building, seeking staff that are not only strong in their own aptitudes but care deeply about supporting each other's growth. Our success depends on all our employees’ points of view, and the principle that inclusion is everyone's responsibility.

 Program Description:

The USAID-funded Ethiopia Civic Engagement Activity is a four-year activity with the overall goal to strengthen Ethiopia’s civic fabric in support of more inclusive, peaceful, and responsive governance. The project aims to strengthen civic and community-based actors’ capacity to engage in policy analysis, advocacy, dialogue, and collective action for peaceful, democratic change; and foster multi-stakeholder civic partnerships in support of inclusive dialogue, respect for human rights, and advancing more effective, citizen-responsive, and accountable governance.

 Position Summary:

The Finance Manager will be responsible to (1) ensure contractual requirements are met, based on USAID policies and procedures; (2) develop and implement financial procedures in compliance with Creative and USAID policies and procedures; (3) oversee procurement actions, activity execution, subcontracts and consulting agreements consistent with USAID and Creative procedures, (4) provide financial training and guidance to program staff and partners.  

Reporting: This position reports to the Deputy Chief of Party

• Ensure that the project meets all USAID contractual requirements and ensure compliance with USAID policies and regulations.

• Provide financial oversight, including the maintenance and monitoring of the project budget.

• Manage financial systems, files, and maintain Creative’s online accounting system

• Liaise between Creative Associates' field and headquarters offices regarding all program financial matters and all internal or external audit requests, as needed.

• Process payment (check) requests and wire transfer requests for payments to vendors in compliance with contract requirements.

• Review and process invoices and in-field fee payments in accordance with Creative accounting procedures and contract policies.

• Manage personnel and payroll office staff and procedures.

• Participate in ongoing analysis, forecasting and review of project expenses.

• Track the transfer of funds between headquarters and the field office and manage accounting and finance records of in-country expenses, including developing tracking and monitoring all financial project activities, and maintaining current project expense data.

• Prepare monthly field expense reports, and report monthly expenses to HQ Offices.

• Provide Chief of Party with project’s current financial status

• Provide financial management and systems training for project staff.

• Provide mentoring and support to field office accountants.

• Travel to field location(s) as necessary and provide oversight to field office financial systems and processes.

• Provide training and guidance to grantees, local partners, and beneficiaries, as needed

• Review and approve the financial close-out of program activities, and verify documentation and information is complete.

• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Job Requirements

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree in relevant field (finance, accounting, business, etc.) required; Master’s degree preferred.

• Minimum of six (6) years of relevant work experience.

• Experience managing the finances for a project of similar size.

• Demonstrated experience and understanding of USAID financial rules, regulations and reporting preferred.

• Experience with USAID project finances and budgeting (preferred) or similar work for other donors/U.S. Government agencies.

• Competent in using computers, including Microsoft office (excel, powerpoint, etc.) and financial software

• Experience managing teams

• Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills

• Excellent written and spoken English essential, fluency in at least one local language.

• Ability to work under pressure and efficiently handle multiple tasks

• Ability to work under own initiative or as a part of a team

Only finalists will be contacted.  No phone calls, please.

Creative Associates International Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer (gender/race/disability/veteran) and provides equal opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. Please view Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCP here.

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