The Finance Analyst II is a member of the Access team working in partnership with Contract Management Services (CMS), Procurement/Purchasing and other FHI 360 units to efficiently operate and maintain a portfolio of sub-awards and consultant agreements to support program international exchange, teacher training, monitoring & evaluation and audit activities. He/she will be responsible for the entire contracting process from pre-award to close-out, including the development of scopes of work, sub-award solicitations, cost negotiations, preparation of sub-award packages, execution, monitoring and overall administration. The role will support ensuring full compliance with donor regulations and FHI 360 policies.

Accountabilities:

• Reviews and development sub-award Proposals, Quotations (RFA, RFP, RFQ) in collaboration with Finance Manager and Exchange’s team.
• Reviews and negotiates sub-award scopes of work and budgets in collaboration with Finance Manager and Exchange’s team.
• Assists Finance Manager in all activities related to the modification and close-out of sub-awards, coordinating closely with other FHI 360 units to ensure close-out protocol is followed.
• Works closely with FHI 360 CMS during submission and approval process for sub-award packages.
• Assists Finance Manager to manage cost-share reporting to ensure meeting targets and complying with requirements.
• Assists Finance Manager in developing RFPs and SOWs for external vendors to audit Access providers on the countries selected by the client.
• Assists Finance Manager to issue the audit contract. Reviews deliverables and prepares a summary of the findings for Access managers and client.
• Supports Finance Manager in the recruitment and hiring of consultants, including ensuring proper competition of positions and drafting consultant agreements based on scopes of work and budgets provided by client.
• Contributes to the development of procurement and grant management training and training materials for team members and project stakeholders.
• Assists Finance Manager with revenue projections and entry into FHI 360’s TM1 system.
• Supports Finance Manager with operating budget, as needed.
• Supports FHI 360 internal and external audit requests.
• Serves as the backup approver for the Finance Manager.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Applied Knowledge & Skills:

• Advanced knowledge of USG rules and regulations required for assistance (cooperative agreements and grants).
• Strong and solid command of procedures requiring comprehensive knowledge of contracting principles.
• Proven skills in development of SOWs, negotiations, sub award management and procurement.
• Critical thinking and stronger analytical skills applied to successful completion of tasks.
• Previous experience in developing revenue projections and managing budgets required.
• Independently use technology to perform work. Ensure integrity of systems, internal controls and data, including recommending modifications for further strengthening as indicated.
• Demonstrated ability to apply technology to facilitate procedures and achieve project goals and objectives.
• Adaptable to work environments in diverse cultural settings.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Must have attention to detail.
• Excellent organizational skills and strong ability to manage and meet multiple tasks.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks.
• Read, write and speak English.

Education: Bachelor's degree or International Equivalent in Business Administration, Finance, or Related Field.

Experience:

• Typically requires 5-8 years’ professional work experience in finance and contracting position either in the Federal Government or a Non-governmental Organization (NGO).
• Advanced (above intermediate) knowledge of donor (USG) rules and regulations applicable to the project.
• Advanced understanding of contracting concepts and principles.
• Experience in managing budgets.

Typical Physical Demands:

• Typical office environment.
• Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift 5-50 lbs.

Source:https://fhi.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/FHI_360_External_Career_Portal/job/Washington-DC/Finance-Analyst-II_Requisition-2019202326