Finance and Operations Senior Associate

Global Green Growth Institute; Muscat; Presencial; OMR 24 000 - 36 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

27 days annual leave

Private health insurance

Flexible work arrangements

NGO environment

Resumo da oferta

Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) in Oman seeks a Finance & Operations Senior Associate to manage day-to-day financial operations for the ARISE program. The role emphasizes internal controls, budget monitoring, and timely reporting in line with donor agreements.

Requirements include a finance/accounting degree, 5+ years in financial management, ERP proficiency, advanced Excel, and strong English communication; Arabic is an asset.

Qualificações

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, business administration, or related fields; master’s or professional accounting certification preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in financial management, accounting and budget monitoring, preferably in international organizations or NGOs.
• High proficiency in ERP software and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Proven experience in managing multi-donor budgets, tracking expenditures, and facilitating external audits.
• Excellent written and spoken English; Arabic is a plus.

Responsabilidades

• Manage day-to-day financial operations for the ARISE program in line with GGGI rules and donor agreements.
• Establish internal controls and support audits; produce budget execution reports for donors monthly, quarterly and yearly.

Conhecimentos

ERP proficiency

Advanced Excel

English proficiency

Attention to detail

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree in finance/accounting

Master's or professional certification (CPA/ACCA/CMA) preferred

Ferramentas

ERP software

Microsoft Excel

Descrição da oferta de emprego

INTRODUCTION TO GGGI

The Global Green Growth Institute GGGI is a treaty-based international inter-governmental organization dedicated to supporting and promoting strong inclusive and sustainable economic growth in developing countries and emerging economies To learn more please visit about GGGI web page

PURPOSE

Manage the day-to-day financial operations of the program ensuring that all program financial activities and expenditures are rigorously submitted tracked and aligned with GGGI rules and donor agreements

Establish robust internal controls and support the provision of required inputs for carrying out internal and external compliance audits

Consolidate financial analyses and prepare accurate budget execution reports to donors monthly quarterly and yearly

Ensure the adequate and efficient use of relevant financial modules within GGGI s Enterprise Resource Planning ERP System for the ARISE Program

Perform regular budget vs actuals BVA monitoring analyses and cash flow forecasting to identify delivery risks early and support timely project budget revisions

Perform rigorous budget availability checks fund commitment verifications and cost eligibility under donor agreements

ENGAGEMENT

Reports directly to the ARISE Program Director and works closely with the Procurement Senior Associate and the broader Project Implementation Unit technical team

Works closely and collaboratively with the GGGI HQ Finance Team in Seoul to proactively solve technical and ERP system-related issues concerning finance budget reporting and audits

Engages with external financial partners and vendors managing relationships with local banks in Oman Omani government focal points e g Ministry of Finance and external auditors to ensure compliance and timely processing of transactions

Supports colleagues within the Program in mastering GGGI budget and finance management tools policies and travel claim TC processes

DELIVERY

Assist the Program Director in planning analyzing expenditure tracking and forecasting of monthly program expenditures against the approved Detailed Implementation Plan DIP and budget

Prepare all local payments manage cash withdrawals and clear cash advances Enter all payment vouchers receipt vouchers and other journals into the ERP system on a daily basis

Conduct the timely reconciliation of bank accounts petty cash and Defrayment of Attendance Costs DOAC for program workshops and community stakeholder meetings in Dhofar

Consolidate financial analyses to develop and submit accurate budget revision requests and financial progress reports to GGGI Management and donors

Consolidate and prepare necessary documentation for periodic program audits Phase 1 Compliance Audit Mid-term etc managing the follow-up actions on audit recommendations

Manage the PIU s invoice registration and payments and ensure that all financial entitlements are fully and accurately documented

Guide the adequate and efficient use of relevant management and financial modules of GGGI s Enterprise Resource Planning ERP System for the Program

Support colleagues in the mastery of GGGI Budget and finance management tools and processes

Take responsibility for day-to-day administration activities as well work office space

Perform other administration finance support as needed in support to the quantity and quality delivery including any taxation issues or statutory obligation if required

Perform as an ERP trainer to the Oman office staffs travel claim and general expense claim submission and payroll module

Coordinate monthly and year-end financial closing activities at the country program level including review of outstanding transactions and balance sheet reconciliations and provide required information to HQ Finance

WORKING CONDITIONS

The Finance and Operations Senior Associate is an G7NAT grade level in GGGI s national salary scale

In addition GGGI provides 27 days of annual leave flexible work arrangements and contribution towards private health insurance that covers dental and vision

The appointment is for 24 months renewable subject to satisfactory performance and budget availability

GGGI is committed to providing a work environment that is sufficiently flexible to accommodate diverse life-cycle challenges and assist Staff members to achieve a better balance between work commitments and personal and family commitments thus ensuring high performance long-term productivity and well-being of Staff members

For more information on GGGI s terms and conditions allowances health care education etc please familiarize yourself with GGGI s Rules and Regulations that can be found here https gggi org policy-documents

Child protection GGGI is committed to child protection irrespective of whether any specific area of work involves direct contact with children GGGI s Child Protection Policy is written in accordance with the Convention on the Rights of the Child

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business administration, or related fields. A Master's degree or professional accounting certification (e.g., CPA, ACCA, CMA) is highly preferred.
• A minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in financial management, accounting, and budget monitoring, preferably within international organizations, NGOs, or government-funded projects.
• High proficiency in Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Proven experience in managing multi-donor project budgets, tracking expenditures, and facilitating external audits.
• Exceptional analytical, writing, and presentation skills in English are required.
• Fluency in Arabic is an asset for this role and is highly desirable.

FUNCTIONAL

• Exceptional ability to pay attention to details and accuracy, particularly when it comes to multi-million-dollar budgets, receipt verification, and invoice organization.
• Able to achieve results in a quality, timely, and cost-effective way. Sees priorities, plans the efficient use of resources, and monitors progress against objectives.
• High literacy with financial systems, accounting processes, and a high level of analytical and logical thinking.
• Service-oriented to internal and external clients, with demonstrated abilities to find solutions, resolve problems, and overcome operational challenges with courtesy.

CORPORATE

• Understand and actively support GGGI's mission, vision and values.
• Promote an organizational culture of trust, transparency, respect and partnership.
• Excel at problem solving, ask questions and seek support when needed, share easily information and knowledge with others both internally as externally.
• Manage emotions and stress positively, build rapport and resolves conflict easily.
• Strong ability to work independently and/or remotely, while maintaining productivity.
• Be able to lead and manage a project independently, while knowing when to seek advice and liaise closely with the relevant GGGI structures.