Senior Associate, Finance (Guatemala) Rainforest Alliance Ciudad de Guatemala Permanente Tiempo completo Hace 1 mes The Rainforest Alliance is recruiting a Senior Associate, Finance for the USAID Prosperous and Resilient Landscapes Activity in Guatemala.Under the leadership of the Finance Manager, Latin America, the Senior Associate, Finance will lead all aspects of the financial management of the Activity, ensuring appropriate use of financial resources and that financial reporting at all levels is completed in accordance with the program terms.They will lead all aspects of budget development and administration, lead implementation of key financial activities, ensure efficient financial support to the program team, and ensure compliance with USAID and other donor rules and regulations, as well as Rainforest Alliance policies and procedures. This position will work closely with Project Managers, Country Director, and finance, administrative, compliance, contracts and/or accounting staff based in different locations.Responsibilities:Ensure compliance with budget and contract requirements in accordance with Rainforest Alliance policies and proceduresDevelop and maintain tools (i.e. forecasts and dashboards) to maintain visibility and transparency on budget allocation and executionEnsure cost recoverability and track cost share requirementsResponsible for accurate and timely reporting and analysis of program performance, based on approved budgetsLead the annual budgeting and financial planning process (including mid-year forecasts) for the program, for both Rainforest Alliance and USAID fiscal yearsMonitor all financial activities, and keep Management advised of situations which could have potential negative impact on financial performanceEnsure all program and subgrantee expenses are made in line with USAID rules and regulations, as well as Rainforest Alliance's policies and proceduresFacilitate the development, improvement and adoption of improved policies, practices and proceduresEnsure effective back-up systems are in place to facilitate coordination across the department, i.e. maintaining all key documents in an easily accessible location; creating backups and ensuring they have clear instructions;Prepare monthly budget to actual reports, including projections for the ActivityPrepare quarterly accrual reports, expenditure reporting, and burn rate projections for Rainforest Alliance and USAIDMaintain and track project codes in accounting system and provide access to staff when neededCreate and maintain financial report templates and reporting toolsResponsible for sub-awardee financial monitoring, site visits, reports and follow upSupport in the preparation and update of FFATA Subaward Reporting System (FSRS) to USAIDEnsure that implementation of funded activities is in conformity and on schedule with the provisions and requirements of the donorProactively participate in, and/or convene cross-functional communication spaces at the country and/or sub-regional level to promote excellence in financial managementServe as a key communication conduit to and from Management and other staff, ensuring the timely and accurate dissemination of informationSupport, review and approve budgets from subgranteesProvide training and guidance to staff and partners on budget formulation, tracking and adjustments, expense accounting, financial analysis and reporting and contract managementOther duties as assigned.Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in business administration, accounting, finance, or related fieldExperience with budget management and supervising administrative and financial activities at the Latin America regional level5+ years of work experience in a similar position in projects funded by USAIDFamiliarity with U.S. Government Federal Acquisition Regulations and USG rules preferredUSAID projects experience in any related field is a mustExperience in a not-for-profit and international environment in a global organisation is requiredWritten and verbal proficiency in Spanish and EnglishExcellent writing, editing and verbal communication skillsExperience in organizing and presenting informationAbility to track tasks until completionExcellent organizational skills, ability to work independently as well as in a team environment, assess priorities and multi-task with strong attention to detailStrong analytical skillsTakes initiative and is self-motivated, resourceful, detail-oriented, dependable, with strong attention to detailProficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, Power Point and OutlookAvailability to travel locally 40% of the timeJob level: 4ADeadline: 31 March 2024Notes: Only candidates authorized to work in Guatemala will be considered.If you have any questions about the job vacancy, please contact the HR department:WHO WE ARE:The Rainforest Alliance is creating a more sustainable world by using social and market forces to protect nature and improve the lives of farmers and forest communities. To achieve our mission, we partner with diverse allies around the world to drive positive change across global supply chains and in many of our most critically important natural landscapes.Our alliance spans 70 countries and includes farmers and forest communities, companies, governments, civil society, and millions of individuals. Together we work to protect forests and biodiversity, take action on climate, and promote the rights and improve the livelihoods of rural people.As an international nonprofit organization with more than 30 years of experience in sustainability transformation, we understand that the social and economic well-being of rural communities is tightly connected to ecosystem health. This knowledge has shaped our rigorous programs to advance sustainable land-use and commodity production.At the Rainforest Alliance we combat climate change, protect forests and biodiversity, promote human rights, and improve livelihoods. The enormity of the social and environmental challenges we are facing requires working together in a broad alliance. This is why we bring farmers, forest communities, companies, and consumers together to change the way the world produces, sources, and consumes.WhyTo protect nature and improve lives it's becoming increasingly urgent that we approach the way we use our land and produce food and other products in more sustainable ways. For this to succeed we need to fundamentally change the way that businesses operate and source, and the choices we all make as consumers.HowOur growing global alliance aims to transform our relationship with our natural resources and each other, to create a better future for people and nature together.The Rainforest Alliance encourages diversity and inclusion across the global organization. With this commitment to diversity, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, color, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, ages, disability, and any other protected group.Apply for position nowFirst nameLast nameAddressCountryCurrent companyCurrent titleEmailPhoneResume / CViCloud files currently not availableCover letterWhen would you be available to start a new job? (Cuando estaría disponible para comenzar a trabajar?)What is your desired salary range? Please indicate your gross annual expectations with the currency. (Cual es su salario deseado? Por favor indique su expectativa salarial anual en moneda local)Are you authorized to work in Guatemala? (Esta autorizado legalmente para trabajar en Guatemala?)Yes (Si)NoIf you have a residence permit / working permit or working visa, until when this document is valid? Si usted tiene residencia, permiso o visa de trabajo (¿hasta cuándo es válido el mismo?) 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