Senior Finance And Administration Manager

The World at Abt
Solving the world’s most pressing issues and improving the quality of life for people worldwide is what we do every day at Abt Associates. Creating a more equitable world is no small task, but we are driven by big challenges.
We are a team of 3,000+ people in over 50 countries working in unison and focused on the bigger picture. Only by sharing our commitment, energy, and innovation do we affect change and push the boundaries of what’s possible. We welcome diverse ideas, backgrounds, and viewpoints – joining Abt means access to exceptional thinkers at the top of their game.
To thrive at Abt is to embrace flexibility and collaboration. Our open culture allows you to balance your work and personal life as needed to optimize personal well-being. Creating a more equitable world starts from within – we look after people around the world, and we’ll do the same for you.
Ready to embrace rewarding and meaningful work? Now’s your chance.
The Opportunity
Abt Associates seeks a qualified Senior Finance and Administration Manager for the anticipated five-year USAID-funded Climate Change Adaptation opportunity in Indonesia. The opportunity’s objectives are to support GOI efforts to:

• Strengthen systems for collection and application of climate data, services and decision support tools to improve planning processes in target cities;
• Mobilize financing to advance urban climate resilience;
• Advance Urban Nature-Based Solutions to Promote Climate Resilience.
• Integrate disaster risk reduction and climate adaptation in sub-national core development plans and investments;

As the Sr. Finance and Administration Manager you will be responsible for the day-to-day management of project financial and administrative activities, including management of support staff.
Core Responsibilities

• Produce budget projections and reports for submission to USAID and Abt home office.
• Supervise, monitor, and review project financial records in line with national laws, donor regulations, and corporate policies.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Manage Finance and Administration staff, ensuring that functions are performed in a timely and accurate manner.
• Manage sound financial management systems in line with USAID rules and regulations, accounting best practices, and Abt Associates policies and procedures.
• Maintain regular communications with the senior management team providing relevant and timely financial information for planning and decision-making purposes.
• Manage recruitment, orientation, and training of new administrative or accounting staff.
• Review financial analyses and budget vs. expense reports to determine reasonableness of variances and recommend appropriate actions as required.
• Support financial audits.

What We Value

• Prior finance management experience on donor-funded projects required.
• Demonstrated experience interacting with government agencies, civil society counterparts, and international donor agencies.
• Written and oral proficiency in Bahasa and English.
• Excellent analytical and computer skills, with strong experience in Excel and QuickBooks.
• Experience implementing finance and accounting policies, procedures and systems for USAID-funded projects.
• Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 10 years of experience or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Well-developed and effective organizational skills, including the ability to multi-task and work in a high-pressure environment.
• Previous direct supervisory experience of professional and/or support staff.

What We Offer
We foster an environment where you can Thrive Your Way. Our innovative total rewards programs are designed to help balance your work and personal life. The approach toward your wellbeing centers around comprehensive benefits, flexible schedules, and professional development.
Abt Associates is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse workforce. Abt Associates provides market-competitive salaries and comprehensive employee benefits. Local candidates strongly encouraged to apply.
Disclaimer: Abt Associates will never ask candidates for money in exchange for an offer of employment.