Finance Officer â Climate Projects. Chez Livelihoods Venture

Birdeo; Paris; Sur place; EUR 40 000 - 60 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A sustainability-focused organization in Paris is seeking a Finance Officer to manage financial aspects of climate projects. Responsibilities include budget administration, financial reporting, audit compliance, and collaboration with internal and external stakeholders. Ideal candidates should have strong financial management skills and experience in agricultural finance. This role requires attention to detail and effective communication skills.

Qualifications

• Experience with financial management and reporting in climate or agriculture projects.
• Strong analytical skills to monitor and report project finances.
• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders.

Responsabilités

• Develop and administer budgets for climate projects.
• Prepare financial reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Manage compliance with financial regulations and audits.
• Support contract management for project financials.
• Communicate with project teams to resolve issues.

Connaissances

Loan Processing

Fiscal Management

Accounting Software

Financial Services

Financial Concepts

Financial Report Writing

QuickBooks

Accounting

Agriculture

Financial Analysis

Budgeting

Financial Management

Description du poste

As a Finance Officer, you will design and manage projects that promote sustainable farming practices, engage local communities, and restore ecosystems. This role requires integrity and a collaborative mindset to engage with internal and external stakeholders, driving impactful projects that restore farming and natural ecosystems.

As a member of a Finance team of 4 and under the supervision of the Head of Finance for Climate Projects, you will be responsible for managing the financial aspects of climate projects, ensuring compliance with financial regulations, and providing accurate financial reporting. This role involves budget management, financial analysis, and coordination with the project team and stakeholders to ensure successful financial management.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Financial Management :
   • Develop and administer annual budgets and oversee financial management of approximately 10 projects.
   • Analyze finances and supervise project accounts, including expenditure records.
   • Monitor payments through cash flow analysis and monthly bank reconciliations.
   • Manage financial relationships with banks, project developers, and service providers.
   • Participate in project design to develop solid business plans and budgets with the project team.
2. Financial Reporting :
   • Prepare and provide relevant financial reports to the project team.
   • Prepare financial statements, budgets, and reports for internal and external stakeholders, including management bodies such as the Board of Directors, Investment Committees, General Assemblies, and Steering Committees.
3. Compliance and Audit :
   • Manage financial audits and relationships with regulators related to the projects.
   • Ensure compliance with anti-money laundering (AML) and know your customer (KYC) regulations.
   • Ensure adherence to financial regulations and standards.
4. Contract Management :
   • Support the development and management of project contracts and financial annexes with legal and project teams.
   • Manage physical verification, distribution, and electronic inventory of all assets, including carbon credits.
   • Ensure compliance with procedures and procurement policies.
5. Administrative Support :
   • Maintain records of technical and financial aspects of projects, including monitoring activities and outcomes.
   • Follow up on governance activities such as drafting minutes for management committees, boards, and general assemblies.
   • Support the Transformation workstream (policies, procedures, project management processes) and Management Information System.
6. Collaboration :
   • Communicate effectively with the finance and project teams to address issues affecting process execution, delivery, and performance.
   • Work closely with internal teams and external stakeholders.

Required Experience : Unclear seniority level.

Key Skills : Loan Processing, Fiscal Management, Accounting Software, Financial Services, Financial Concepts, Financial Report Writing, QuickBooks, Accounting, Agriculture, Financial Analysis, Budgeting, Financial Management.

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : Years

Vacancy : 1