Strategic Treasury & Accounting Operations Officer

NATO; Norfolk (CT); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

NATO's ACT is seeking an experienced senior finance officer to manage HQ SACT finance and accounting operations, serving as Deputy to the ACT Chief Accountant and guiding policy on reimbursable activities, infrastructure transactions and travel.

The role requires extensive IAS/IPSAS knowledge, leadership of a multi-disciplinary team, and collaboration with auditors and NATO agencies to produce timely consolidated statements.

Qualifications

• University Degree in accounting, finance, or closely related discipline or advanced vocational training leading to a professional accreditation.
• Minimum 6 years of related experience in technical accounting functions.
• At least 5 years in directly managing a team of finance professionals.
• 3+ years' experience with IAS/IPSAS or public sector accounting.
• Experience with computerized accounting systems.
• Experience developing financial strategy in international organizations.

Responsibilities

• Oversees HQ SACT finance and accounting operations.
• Deputizes for the ACT Chief Accountant.
• Contributes to ACT-wide financial policy development and accounting standards.
• Leads the end-of-year close and consolidated financial reporting processes.
• Coordinates with other divisions on budgeting, reporting and audit support.

Skills

Financial management

Team leadership

Strategic budgeting

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

University Degree in accounting/finance

Professional qualification (CPA/ACMA/CGMA/ACCA)

Tools

Oracle

NATO Accounting Framework

Financial reporting systems

Job description

NATO's ACT is seeking an experienced senior finance officer to manage HQ SACT finance and accounting operations, serving as Deputy to the ACT Chief Accountant and guiding policy on reimbursable activities, infrastructure transactions and travel.

The role requires extensive IAS/IPSAS knowledge, leadership of a multi-disciplinary team, and collaboration with auditors and NATO agencies to produce timely consolidated statements.