Senior Manager, Global Finance and Operations

• 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
• Serve as primary contact for auditors, financial institutions, and vendors
• Provide analysis and meaningful insights into operating performance
• Work with the Senior Manager, Budgeting & Analysis to produce the organization-wide annual budget and develop rolling forecasts

• 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
• Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance or Business preferred.
• CPA or equivalent accounting qualification required
• Knowledge of working with international NGOs (INGO)
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, fund accounting, and nonprofit audit practices
• Valid authorization to work in Switzerland at the time of this application without the need for current or future visa sponsorship.
• Must be able to keep CIVIC matters strictly confidential.
• Must have excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent Microsoft Office and accounting software skills
• Knowledge of Sage Intacct is preferred.

Demonstrates extensive expertise in full-cycle nonprofit accounting, including GAAP compliance, fund accounting, and financial analysis. Proven ability to lead financial operations, manage audits, and prepare comprehensive financial statements while ensuring adherence to donor regulations.

• Nonprofit Full-Cycle Accounting Experience
• GAAP Knowledge
• CPA Certification
• Sage Intacct Proficiency
• Financial Analysis and Budgeting

• General Ledger Management
• Accounts Payable
• Accounts Receivable
• Balance Sheet Reconciliation
• Cash Flow Forecasting
• Financial Statement Preparation
• Audit Management
• Tax Filing
• Budget Development
• Fund Accounting

• Interpersonal Skills
• Confidentiality

• CPA

• Nonprofit Accounting
• International NGOs
• Financial Compliance
• Donor Regulations
• Audit Practices

• Microsoft Office
• Accounting Software