Senior Manager, Global Finance and Operations (Geneva)

Center for Civilians in Conflict•Geneva, NM

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Manager, Global Finance and Operations will lead critical functions including accounting operations, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, compliance, and strategic financial analysis. This position will be responsible for ensuring the integrity and accuracy of CIVIC’s global financial activities, supporting data-driven decision-making, and aligning financial processes with programmatic goals. The position will serve as a key business partner to senior leadership, program directors, and field operations, driving excellence in budgeting, financial systems, internal controls, and global accounting procedures. It will also be critical in establishing CIVIC’s new hub in Brussels, in accordance with local and EU regulations.

Requirements

Minimum of 10 years of nonprofit full-cycle accounting experience with at least five years in a management or senior leadership role overseeing accounting, budgeting, and/or financial analysis
CPA or equivalent accounting qualification required
Knowledge of working with international NGOs (INGO)
Strong knowledge of GAAP, fund accounting, and nonprofit audit practices
Ability to perform and prioritize competing projects and tasks with ease and professionalism
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, verbally and in writing, in English and French
Must be able to keep CIVIC matters strictly confidential
Must have excellent interpersonal skills
Excellent Microsoft Office and accounting software skills
Valid authorization to work in Switzerland at the time of this application without the need for current or future visa sponsorship. Nationals preferred.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance or Business preferred
Knowledge of Sage Intacct is preferred

Responsibilities

Lead full-cycle monthly accounting processes including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, and balance sheet account reconciliations
Prepare cash flow forecasts and monitor liquidity to ensure adequate available funds
Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards, internal policies, and donor regulations across HQ and field offices
Manage timely and accurate preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
Oversee external audit, tax filings, and relevant international submissions
Working with the Senior Manager, Global Accounting and Finance, consolidate global financial transactions and reporting from field offices
Serve as primary contact for auditors, financial institutions, and vendors
Provide analysis and meaningful insights into operating performance
Prepare financial schedules and reports as requested by Operations and Program Directors, for routine monthly management
Work with the Senior Manager, Budgeting & Analysis to produce the organization-wide annual budget and develop rolling forecasts
Monitor spending against approved budgets, identify variances, and provide actionable insights
Collaborate with program and operations teams to align budgets with strategic goals and grant requirements
Review budget proposals and provide cost analysis to support project design and execution
Design and implement effective budgeting and forecasting models across programs and departments, in conjunction with the Senior Manager, Budgeting & Analysis
Analyze organizational financial performance, indirect cost recovery (ICR), and restricted vs. unrestricted funding
Deliver financial analysis to support high-level strategic planning and board decision-making
Provide regular financial reports, dashboards, and data visualizations to leadership
Play lead role in establishment of CIVIC’s Belgian entity
Ensure compliance with local regulations and legal requirements for entities in Switzerland, The Netherlands and Belgium
Oversee opening of local bank accounts and manage banking relationships
Work with donors to receive direct funding into and make payments from such accounts
Supervise and mentor accounting, budgeting, and finance staff across HQ and field offices
Build and sustain a high-performance finance team that supports organizational growth and learning
Foster a collaborative, transparent, and mission-driven finance culture