JOB DESCRIPTION Job Title: Finance Manager ... - Saferworld

JOB DESCRIPTION
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Location:
Management responsibility:
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Salary range:
Finance Manager – interim role for 6 months, 4 or 5 days per week
London
2 Finance Officers. Dotted line management of country Finance
staff
Finance Director
Heads of Regional programmes, Fundraising team and other
central staff; project staff in country
A competitive INGO salary will be offered
Description of Saferworld:
Saferworld is an independent non-governmental organisation that works to prevent and reduce violent conflict and
promote cooperative approaches to security. We work with civil society, governments and international
organisations to encourage and support effective policies and practices through advocacy, research and policy
development, and through supporting the actions of others.
The organisation has estimated income in 2012-13 of £8 million and is funded by some 35 donor contracts from
governments, the EC and other bodies. Our head office is in London and we have Country offices in Kenya,
Uganda, South Sudan and Nepal, as well as working through partners in Eastern Europe, Africa and Asia.
Job Purpose:
The interim role is designed to focus on immediate challenges to review current systems and streamline
processes, improve management reporting and build staff skills. At the same time, good financial records and key
controls must be maintained.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Technical
Manage London-based team responsible for keeping financial records and performing financial
procedures (receipts, payments, petty cash, payroll). This includes oversight of overseas financial reports
Lead development and maintenance of a robust financial controls (bank reconciliations and other control
accounts and financial reporting etc)
Manage performance of Sage 200 ledger accounting system and OBDC (Open Database Connectivity)
reporting via Excel. Lead improvement and system enhancement work, ensuring good housekeeping
Lead reporting to Saferworld colleagues and donors with a focus on optimal performance
Manage London payroll
Effectively organise and manage internal and external audits
Produce statutory accounts and manage audit
Team development
Develop strong relationships with all Saferworld colleagues (Regional offices and London) to enhance their
understanding of finance and build their knowledge
Focus on skills and knowledge development with London staff (Sage, Excel). Assist with development of
regional finance staff
Manage team in building of Finance staff and build their knowledge and understanding of donor reporting,
working closely with the Funding team

PERSON SPECIFICATION
Essential requirements:
A recognised accounting qualification (CIMA, ACCA, ACA, etc)
At least 5 years’ experience in financial management
Experience of improving financial systems and processes
Experience of computerised accounting software and an aptitude for system improvements and
developments. Knowledge of Sage 200
Knowledge of UK taxation and payroll operation
Experience of working with a diverse range of finance and non-finance colleagues including overseas
offices
Desirable requirements:
Experience of working in a non-governmental organisation
Experience of training colleagues with IT and financial processes
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Annual salary range:
Leave entitlement:
Hours:
A competitive INGO salary will be offered
There are 28 holidays a year (Jan-Dec) pro rata in addition to relevant public holidays
Standard working week is 37.5 hours.
APPLICATION PROCESS:
Please send an application comprising a detailed CV and covering letter, detailing how your meet the selection
criteria to Marie Aziz at recruitment@saferworld.org.uk (please use subject heading FML)
Deadline for applications: 7 October 2012
We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted