Director of Finance and Administration - Indonesia

Director of Finance and Administration - Indonesia

American Institutes for Research (AIR)

Location: Jakarta with frequent travel to other parts of Indonesia

Last Date: August 7, 2011

Director of Finance and Administration - Indonesia

The American Institutes for Research (AIR) is a U.S.-based not-for-profit institution working “to conduct and apply behavioral and social science research to improve people’s lives and well-being, with a special emphasis on the disadvantaged.” Since 1946, AIR has worked with U.S. and international partners in over 80 countries to ensure that research translates into effective and successful programs in the areas of education, health, and workforce development. AIR is currently seeking a qualified Director of Finance and Administration candidate for an upcoming program in Indonesia focusing on strengthening the quality of instruction and learning in the country’s primary and junior secondary schools. This position will be based in Jakarta with frequent travel to other parts of Indonesia.

Responsibilities:

The Director of Finance and Administration (DFA) will design, implement and supervise adherence to financial policy, budgets and internal control measures. This position will oversee the overall administrative and financial management functions of the project, with specific direct supervisory responsibility over administrative and financial management staff at the Jakarta office. S/he will produce timely financial reports, lead the preparation of budgets, and ensure compliance with USAID regulations regarding accounting, auditing and financial management requirements. In addition, the Director will be responsible for setting up and monitoring the in-country accounting procedures at all levels of the project—headquarters, provincial/area, and division. S/he will ensure transparent financial transactions are allocable, allowable, and reasonable.

Qualifications:

• Advanced degree in accounting or business administration.

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in project administration.

• Knowledge of USAID policy, procedural and reporting requirements, as well as knowledge of U.S and local accounting practices and relevant laws • Knowledge of not-for-profit accounting principles, and best practices in the profession.

• Experience in Indonesia desired.

Skills:

• Strong analytical skills

• Demonstrated team management abilities • Management skills applicable to a multicultural office setting

AIR offers an excellent compensation and benefits package, including a fully funded retirement plan, generous paid time off, subsidized garage parking, tuition assistance, and more. For more information, please visit our website at www.air.org .

To apply, please go to http://jobs-airdc.icims.com and conduct a job title search. EOE.