Coordinator, International Projects

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About the role

  • Finance coordinator supporting FCM’s international municipal development projects. Managing reconciliations, donor compliance, transactions, travel, and operational administration.

Responsibilities

  • Support finance and operations activities of the international unit and its projects
  • Verify and process financial transactions
  • Prepare financial analysis documents
  • Respond to enquiries from funders, project managers and country offices
  • Provide administrative support to the Senior Director, Programs & Networks, G&D - Capacity & Sector Development
  • Coordinate travel arrangements and organize meetings
  • Finalize contracts and review and submit invoices and expense reports
  • Ensure monthly financial data is received from Field/Regional Offices and perform quality review before upload into Workday
  • Review monthly financial reports and backup documentation for accuracy and compliance with contribution agreements and Global Affairs Canada guidelines
  • Process fund/advance requests from country offices and project partners
  • Assist Financial Analysts with monthly financial reconciliation for international projects
  • Provide technical support and advice to financial staff in Field/Regional Offices and Partners
  • Reconcile FCM program bank accounts and ensure sufficient funds
  • Clear, balance and analyze international programs balance sheet accounts monthly
  • Prepare and calculate overseas allowances for expatriates monthly
  • Prepare and record journal entries in the general ledger
  • Organize logistics for unit activities and coordinate travel arrangements
  • Support projects with additional capacity during travel peaks

Requirements

  • Post-secondary education in finance, accounting or other relevant disciplines
  • A minimum of 3-5 years’ experience in a finance/accounting role or equivalent related education/experience
  • Strong knowledge of administrative practices and processes
  • Strong knowledge of business support processes and tools, computer business applications (Microsoft Office suite)
  • Good organizational, interpersonal and communication skills
  • Demonstrated ability to multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines/turnaround times
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality, discretion and tact when dealing with sensitive information
  • Strong customer service skills
  • Experience working in international programs or overseas is an asset
  • Ability to work with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds
  • Understanding of financial management principles
  • Understanding of donor-funded guidelines and contractual obligations
  • Strong business acumen, problem-solving and results-based management skills, including planning, budgeting, reporting and evaluation processes
  • Ability to lead highly collaborative, dynamic teams in an outcomes-focused, real-time, client service environment
  • Workday experience or certifications considered a strong asset
  • Knowledge of Treasury Board Guidelines as well as QuickBooks experience is an asset
  • High level of commitment and integrity
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills in both English and French
  • Required to live within 80kms of downtown Ottawa, unless otherwise specified
  • Authorized to work in Canada

Benefits

  • Flexible work arrangements that support productivity and collaboration
  • Summer schedule (July 1 to Labour Day): 7-hour workdays
  • Fridays off, aligned with team and operational needs
  • Ongoing commitment to employee development
  • Comprehensive range of employee benefits and services designed to support employee wellbeing and development
  • Modern office space in Ottawa’s ByWard Market and downtown core
  • Opportunities to travel across Canada, where applicable

Job title

Job type

Full Time

Experience level

Mid levelSenior

Salary

CA$58,495 - CA$65,224 per year

Degree requirement

Associate's Degree

Location requirements

HybridOttawaCanada

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