War Child
Non-profit
FinanceBusinessPartner(ClusterSupport)
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“Finance Business Partner (Cluster Support) at War Child. Skills: financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, ERP systems. Provide financial support to assigned portfolios, working closely with programme, operational, and functional stakeholders to support planning, implementation, and performance tracking. Support the preparation and coordination of budgets and forecasts, ensuring that financial inputs are complete, accurate, and aligned with operational plans, funding requi”
What You'll Achieve.
Contribute directly to improving the lives of children and families affected by conflict through quality education and long-term, sustainable change.
Industry & Context.
financial modelling; variance analysis
Internals only may apply. Preference is given to applicants who reside and have valid working permits. War Child does not offer relocation.
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field. Fluent in English (written and verbal).
Nice to Have
Professional qualification (e.g. ACCA, CIMA, CPA or equivalent) or actively studying towards one is preferred. Additional languages relevant to country operations or partnerships are an advantage.
What You'll Do.
Provide financial support to assigned portfolios, working closely with programme, operational, and functional stakeholders to support planning, implementation, and performance tracking.
Support the preparation and coordination of budgets and forecasts, ensuring that financial inputs are complete, accurate, and aligned with operational plans, funding requirements, and organisational priorities.
Monitor financial performance against budgets and forecasts, analysing variances and working with stakeholders to understand drivers and ensure appropriate follow-up actions.
Contribute to internal management reporting and donor reporting processes, ensuring that financial information is accurate, well-supported, and consistent with underlying data and agreements.
Support stakeholders in understanding financial information, translating financial data into practical insights to inform day-to-day decision-making at an operational level.
Support the alignment of financial activities and decisions with approved budgets, donor requirements, and organisational policies, highlighting risks, inconsistencies, or areas requiring attention.
Support the preparation and review of financial information for projects, grants, and partnerships, ensuring that documentation, assumptions, and calculations are complete and consistent.
Work closely with Finance Operations to support alignment between financial planning and transaction processing, supporting resolution of issues related to coding, documentation, and financial data.
Support the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, including review of financial data, follow-up on outstanding items, and ensuring that financial information from assigned portfolios is complete and accurate.
Engage with donors and external stakeholders as required, supporting financial reporting, clarifications, and provision of financial information in coordination with senior finance colleagues.
Support the consistent application of financial policies, procedures, and internal controls, including budget management, documentation standards, and financial governance requirements.
Identify financial risks, inconsistencies, or process gaps within assigned areas, and escalate or propose improvements in coordination with the Senior Finance Business Partner.
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Acts as a key interface between Finance and the wider organisation at an operational and tactical level, supporting the consistent application of financial policies, procedures, and controls, while contributing to effective and efficient use of resources.
Communication Scope
English
Full Job Description
Your mission The Finance Business Partner provides financial support to assigned countries, functions, and projects by working closely with operational and programme stakeholders to support planning, decision-making, budgeting, forecasting, monitoring, reporting and performance management. The role translates financial information into practical insights, enabling stakeholders to understand financial implications and apply them in day-to-day operations. What you will do: The role sits within the finance function and acts as a key interface between Finance and the wider organisation at an operational and tactical level, supporting the consistent application of financial policies, procedures, and controls, while contributing to effective and efficient use of resources. Provide financial support to assigned portfolios, working closely with programme, operational, and functional stakeholders to support planning, implementation, and performance tracking. Support the preparation and coordination of budgets and forecasts, ensuring that financial inputs are complete, accurate, and aligned with operational plans, funding requirements, and organisational priorities. Monitor financial performance against budgets and forecasts, analysing variances and working with stakeholders to understand drivers and ensure appropriate follow-up actions. Contribute to internal management reporting and donor reporting processes, ensuring that financial information is accurate, well-supported, and consistent with underlying data and agreements. Support stakeholders in understanding financial information, translating financial data into practical insights to inform day-to-day decision-making at an operational level. Support the alignment of financial activities and decisions with approved budgets, donor requirements, and organisational policies, highlighting risks, inconsistencies, or areas requiring attention. Support the preparation and review of financial information for projects, grants, and
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