Chief Financial and Operations Officer

Organization
CARE
Location
Atlanta, GA (USA)
Job Type
Full-time
Where to Apply
https://phg.tbe.taleo.net/phg02/ats/careers/v2/viewRequisition?org=CAREUSA&cws=52&rid=7723
Tags
Full-time

CARE seeks to hire a Chief Financial and Operations Officer to work full-time in Atlanta, GA (USA) with expected travel up to 30%.

WHO WE ARE:
As a global leader, CARE is shaping the future of the humanitarian and development sector. Each year, we deliver support and services to millions of people globally. We do this by focusing on our mission and vision, and the values of equality and excellence that guide our organization. We seek dedicated individuals who align with our mission and are passionate about making it a reality by collaborating with others, embracing learning and innovation, and delivering results.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
At CARE, we value diversely talented people who can bring different experiences and perspectives to our organization. We know that not all applicants will have every skill and qualification. We encourage everyone who meets the minimum required qualifications to apply. Having one or more of the preferred qualifications will strengthen an application. But, even if you are earlier in your career or followed a non-traditional educational or professional path, we hope you will consider a career at CARE.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Lead $1.1B non-profit’s global financial and operational strategy including Corporate Finance and Administration functions, Global Financial Operations, Business Partnering, Treasury, Awards Management, Internal Audit, Supply Chain, Shared Services, Digital, Legal, Safety & Security and Risk Management functions. Requires constant balancing of Corporate and Board level financial matters, field operational support, and risk management to ensure overall financial health and condition. Specific responsibilities include:

  • Serve as member of Executive Leadership Team, contributing to strategy and execution across the organization, develop business and operational plans, maintain governance over investment priorities, cost structures and control systems for the organization; and ensure financial operations are efficient and in line with corporate goals and values;
  • Support CEO and Executive team in developing aspirational goals and strategies through trend analysis, investigating of new opportunities and financial tools, and analyzing capabilities while advising on financial implications of business activities and decisions including relevant trends, forecasts, risks and opportunities, to the CEO, the Board, and other executives;
  • Oversee annual budgeting and forecasting, monitor revenue and expenses, and enforce budget accountability while maintaining and updating financial, digital, administrative, and grants & contracts policies;
  • Oversee all CARE investment and portfolio performance;
  • Guide social investment and other enterprise development activities including with CARE subsidiaries;
  • Maintain and implement plans for talent development and succession management of finance, award management and administration staff across the organization.

REQUIREMENTS:
Master’s in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or foreign equivalent. 10 years of experience in financial and operational support roles with large global companies or organizations, including 5 years in an executive senior leadership position. Previous experience must include:

  • Leading Legal, Digital, Supply Chain operations and Safety and Security operations;
  • Leading global transformation projects, e.g., ERP, Supply Chain, HRIS and other large scale digital platforms;
  • Leading and mentoring other CFOs in a global confederation setting;
  • Managing social ventures and blended finance mechanism;
  • Financial management to enable company to achieve stretch goals and rebound from a crisis;
  • USAID compliance, fund accounting and cost recovery in a nonprofit setting;
  • Reporting to, working with, or as a member of a Board of Directors;
  • Driving financial sustainability at country offices and regional operations;
  • Global humanitarian and development sector; and
  • Growing and diversifying the fundraising portfolios.
  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA) qualification or equivalent foreign certification issued by a recognized professional accounting body, required. International travel to program sites/meetings required up to 25% – 30% of the time, required.

NOTE TO APPLICANTS:
There are individuals who may use CARE’s name and trademark in emails and on websites in an attempt to solicit fees from interested job-seekers. Some examples of these fees are placement fees or immigration processing fees. CARE does not use recruiting or placement agencies that charge candidates an up-front fee of any kind. Occasionally, CARE does employ recruiting or placement agencies to help us identify candidates for specific employment within CARE. If you’re contacted by a legitimate recruiting or placement agency, there should be no charge to you. If you suspect that you have been a victim of fraud from someone purporting to be CARE, please contact us at legal@care.org. Please do not email legal@care.org to apply for this position. Instead, click “apply now” below in order to submit your interest.

CARE is an Equal Opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, disability, marital status, or veteran status, or any other characteristics protected under applicable law.

 

HOW TO APPLY:

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