Overview
The Financial Controller is responsible for supervising and maintaining the Organization's financial records in compliance with International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS) and the Organization's financial regulations. This includes ensuring effective controls, preparing financial statements, and providing technical financial advice.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and maintain the Organization's financial records in compliance with IPSAS and financial regulations.
- Lead on the preparation of the annual financial statements.
- Manage the external audit process, ensuring recommendations are implemented.
- Lead and advise on the definition of financial policies, accounts and systems and conduct regular financial controls.
- Lead and manage the accounting team to provide sound financial reporting and advice.
- Represent FCS in the absence of the Assistant Director, Financial Affairs or Director FCS.
Required Experience
- At least 8 years’ experience in financial reporting and accounting including managing a team.
- Detailed knowledge of international accounting standards such as International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), International Accounting Standards (IAS) and IPSAS.
- Detailed experience in financial closure and financial reporting processes.
- Experience in developing financial statements and managing audit processes.
- Experience of VAT.
- Experience from a large national or international setting in private or public sector is essential.
- Experience in law enforcement organization would be an asset.
- Experience in working in an international environment is highly desirable.
Qualifications
- At least 5 years’ University degree in a relevant domain required (such as Business Administration, Finance).
- Qualified accountant from a recognized national accounting body and/or equivalent professional experience supported by accredited professional training.
- Post-graduate degree would be considered as an additional asset.
