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Title
Text copied to clipboard!Financial Manager in a Nonprofit Organization
Description
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We are looking for an experienced Financial Manager in a nonprofit organization who will be responsible for effective financial management, budgeting, and financial planning within the nonprofit sector. This role is key to ensuring transparency, accountability, and sustainability of the organization's finances. The successful candidate will work closely with the organization's leadership, grant partners, and external auditors to ensure compliance with all financial regulations and standards.
The Financial Manager will be responsible for creating and managing annual budgets, monitoring expenditures, preparing financial reports and analyses, and overseeing accounting and financial controls. They will also manage grant funds, including preparing budgets for grant applications and subsequent reporting to donors. The candidate should have a deep understanding of the nonprofit sector, including specific accounting and funding requirements.
The ideal candidate has experience in financial management within a nonprofit organization, excellent analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate effectively with various stakeholders. Knowledge of Czech accounting standards and tax regulations is essential. Knowledge of international standards and experience with EU or other international funding is an advantage.
This position offers meaningful work in an environment focused on positive social impact. If you are looking for an opportunity to use your financial skills to support an important mission, we would be happy to welcome you to our team.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Lead and manage the organization's budgets
- Ensure compliance with financial regulations and standards
- Prepare financial reports and analyses
- Oversee accounting and financial controls
- Manage grant funds and prepare grant budgets
- Collaborate with auditors and external partners
- Conduct financial planning and strategic management
- Support organizational leadership in decision-making
- Ensure transparency and accountability in financial management
- Train and lead the finance team
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- University degree in finance, economics, or accounting
- At least 3 years of experience in financial management, preferably in the nonprofit sector
- Knowledge of Czech accounting and tax regulations
- Experience with budgeting and financial planning
- Ability to prepare financial reports and analyses
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
- Knowledge of grant funding and reporting
- Team leadership experience is an advantage
- Familiarity with accounting software (e.g., Pohoda, Money S3)
- English at a communicative level is an advantage
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- What experience do you have with financial management in a nonprofit organization?
- What accounting software are you proficient in?
- Do you have experience preparing budgets for grant applications?
- How would you ensure financial transparency in the organization?
- What are your strengths in financial analysis?
- What experience do you have in team leadership?
- How would you resolve discrepancies in accounting?
- What experience do you have with external audits?
- How do you handle working under pressure and deadlines?
- What are your expectations for this position?
