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    Contract Finance manager - London, United Kingdom - Mercy Corps

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    Full time £53,360
    Description

    Location:
    UK or NL - Flexible working

    Position Status:
    Full time, temporary

    We welcome diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and skills so that we c an be stronger and have long term impact.

    As the organisation expands, we are exploring new partnerships and funding opportunities, and commercial contracts are one of these areas of focus.

    The Senior Contracts Finance Manager (SCFM) sits within the International Finance team.

    The International Finance (IF) team plays a key role in supporting financial operations in Mercy Corps' country programmes throughout the world by working collaboratively with country finance staff and providing guidance in budgeting, accounting and other financial functions in accordance with Mercy Corps' internal policies and procedures as well as donor regulations.

    The Senior Contracts Finance Manager (SCFM) is responsible for Mercy Corps' financial management oversight of commercial contracts.

    This will include involvement in pre-positioning efforts, supporting the bid development process and start-up activities during inception phases, as well as ongoing contract implementation support.

    He/she will also be responsible for developing tools, guidance and institutional knowledge on commercial contract bid development and the financial management processes of such bids.

    The role will include conducting financial due diligence on these opportunities (and potential partners), and assessing commercial viability and risk on a case-by-case basis.

    Lead on new business bid pre-positioning from finance perspective, including attendance at information-sharing meetings on potential opportunities, and participation in any Due Diligence of Lead Contractors or Subcontractors.

    Support the Senior Contracts Manager and Bid Manager with discussions and early stage negotiations, leading on financial negotiations, to ensure that commercial risks are managed through contracting terms.

    Track new bids and support internal approval processes, including preparation of cash flow, risk and competitiveness analysis.

    Lead on developing Commercial Tenders, including support on development of internal budget, as well as translation into commercial format with fee rates, working with relevant teams to ensure all bids are both competitive and commercially viable.

    Lead on finance sections of commercial narrative including financial plans, financial methodologies and value for money.
    CONTRACT DELIVERY & MANAGEMENT

    Lead and oversee HQ finance support in the delivery of contracts, focusing on accurate financial reporting and monitoring with the aim of maintaining a strong financial and commercial position.

    Input into and participate in contracts portfolio review meetings, leading on finance topics and presenting key metrics.
    Undertake visits to our country teams as necessary to support contract pre-positioning efforts and donor engagement.

    Where partners are unfamiliar with Commercial Contracts, provide orientation, support and guidance on invoicing processes & requirements, reporting, budget templates and due diligence topics.


    TEAM MANAGEMENT
    Manage, mentor and develop the contracts finance team members (Contracts Finance Analyst and Contracts Pricing Advisor).
    Monitor individual performance, promote accountability, communicate expectations and provide constructive feedback via regular performance reviews.

    This role is responsible for leading the contracts finance team and will supervise two team members - Contracts Finance Analyst and Contracts Pricing Advisor.


    Reports Directly To:
    Director of International Finance, Europe

    Works Directly With:

    G lobal support functions such as Programmes , Compliance, New Initiatives & Finance as well as Mercy Corps' counterparts based in our country offices.

    Mercy Corps team members are expected to support all efforts toward accountability, specifically to our program participants, community partners, other stakeholders, and to international standards guiding international relief and development work.

    We are c ommitted to actively engaging communities as equal partners in the design, monitoring and evaluation of our field projects.

    5+ years of relevant professional experience working with cross-functional teams to achieve commercially competitive proposals and successful management of the implementation of contracts.


    • Extensive commercial acumen with a detailed understanding of constructing contract fee rates, as well as financial modelling of profit and loss analysis, cash flow and NPV forecasting, planning, budgeting, and management reporting.
    • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written business English, and strong stakeholder management with the ability to communicate effectively and clearly to staff in different functions and roles across the agency.
    • Extensive experience in developing budget and commercial tender submissions for European institutional donors.
    • Strong negotiation skills and the ability to effectively navigate through complex contract issues, offering recommendation and solutions.
    • Proficiency with MS Office software required (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) - with an advanced proficiency in Excel preferred.
    • Experience of computerised accountancy packages is required.
    • Experience in humanitarian or development aid sector is desirable.

    They will have excellent organisational , planning and time management skills, will be a self-starter and able to work both independently and as part of a team.

    They have willingness and ability to travel internationally as required.

    The position is based in the UK or Netherlands and it requires up to 20% travel to support country programs, which may include travel to insecure locations where freedom of movement is limited and areas where amenities are limited.

    Housing for this role is in individual housing and staff will have access to good medical services and the living situati on is of a high standard.

    In support of our belief that learning organizations are more effective, efficient and relevant to the communities we serve, we empower all team members to dedicate 5% of their time to learning activities that fur ther their personal and/or professional growth and development .

    We do not engage in or tolerate dis crimination on the basis of race, color, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, disability (including HIV/AIDS status), marital status, military veteran status or any other protected group in the l ocations where we work.

    Mercy Corps is committed to ensuring that all individuals we come into contact with through our work, whether team members, community members, program participants or others, are treated with respect and dignity.

    We will not tolerate child abuse, sexual exploitation, abuse, or harassment by or of our team members.

    As part of our commitment to a safe and inclusive work environment, team members are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner, respect local laws and customs, and t o adhere to Mercy Corps Code of Conduct Policies and values at all times.

    Diversity, Equity & Inclusion


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