The World Bank is seeking a highly motivated and experienced financial management specialist to provide fiduciary assurance for the portfolio of World Bank-financed operations in Ghana.
Responsibilities:
The Financial Management Specialist (FMS) will ensure the compliance of World Bank-financed operations in Liberia with World Bank FM policies and procedures.
He/she will act as ADM FMS for operations throughout the project/program cycle—in the design and implementation of financial management (FM) systems and processes for bank-financed projects and programs.
The FMS will be part of the governance team based in DC, including a Lead Public Sector Specialist and a Senior Quality Assurance Financial Management Specialist, as well as other Public Sector and Financial Management Specialists based in Accra, Freetown, Monrovia, and Washington, DC, managed by the Practice Manager based in DC.
Regular communication with the governance team and the operations manager on the FM performance in the portfolio is required.
The FMS shall report any issues and concerns related to FM compliance and request support and guidance as needed.
The FMS may be assisted by other FMSs, FM analysts, FM consultants, operations analysts, program assistants, or DAIS staff.
Requirements:
Master’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field.
Professional accounting qualification (e.g., CPA, ACCA)—membership in a recognized professional accountancy organization that has a status of full IFAC membership.
At least 5 years of relevant experience in financial management of recipient-executed operations in the World Bank, other international development organizations, or governments; or as an accountant or auditor in the private sector or public administration.
Strong knowledge of financial management principles, practices, and standards.
Experience with financial management systems and software.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Ability to work effectively in a multicultural and multidisciplinary team environment.
