Manager of International Accounting for Savings Groups
(SG) at HOPE International: ( Deadline 17-08-2026)
Role Description
Application deadline: August 17, 2026
The manager of international accounting for SG is
responsible for the supervision and provision of technical accounting,
financial risk management, and internal control design support to HOPE
International’s network of savings group (SG) programs. This involves working
with local accounting staff to ensure strong accounting and finance practices
and compliance with HOPE’s accounting policies and procedures, particularly as
it relates to the consolidation of local financial statements into HOPE
International. This position is responsible for supervising and developing a
team of international accountants, known as finance business partners (FBPs) as
they work to strengthen and support the savings group programs. The manager of
international accounting for SG will work closely with internal audit, finance,
and operations staff of HOPE in Lancaster and the local finance staff in the
countries we serve. The manager of international accounting for SG will also
work with SG partner programs related to financial reporting to HOPE and the
HOPE grant management process.
- Location: Lancaster,
PA and Kigali, Rwanda preferred,
- Level: Senior
Professional
- Salary
range: US base*:$65,000-$75,000
- Type: Full-time
- Department: Finance
& Accounting
- Reports
to: Director of International Accounting
- Position
supervises: International Accountants
Responsibilities
- Promote
and contribute to the fulfillment of HOPE International’s mission and
vision.
- Compliance,
Risk Management, and Policies
- Liaison
with senior program and finance leadership to ensure SG programs comply
with HOPE International accounting policies, procedures, and reporting
requirements.
- Maintain
and enhance accounting policies and guidance applicable to Savings Group
programs, ensuring alignment with evolving U.S. GAAP, IFRS, and
organizational best practices.
- Evaluate
local program policies and practices, identify areas of misalignment with
HOPE standards, and recommend corrective actions.
- Collaborate
with operation staff to guide and resource new program expansion and new
project implementation
- Work
closely with internal audit and risk and compliance to monitor that
appropriate controls and risk action plans are in place.
- Collaborate
with the finance business partners (FBPs) and SG program finance staff to
ensure compliance with local regulatory requirements, central bank
regulations, and applicable accounting standards.
- Work
closely with the FBPs and local finance staff to support SG church
partners to identify gaps in the control structure, conduct relevant
trainings, and implement effective financial risk mitigation strategies,
and ensure accuracy of reporting.
- Review
and monitor policies and procedures that impact financial reporting and
ensure appropriate approval and oversight processes are in place at the
program level.
- Technical
Accounting and Financial Management
- Identify
and help resolve accounting and transaction discrepancies; work with FBPs
and the program finance teams to understand and document variances between
actual and planned month to month activities.
- Ensure
effective and timely monthly close processes are established and
consistently followed across SG programs.
- Work
with the SG FBPs to develop the technical capacity of local accounting
staff through training, coaching, mentoring, and direct support.
- Provide
financial and accounting support to SG programs during their annual audit
processes and other formal ratings/reviews.
- Advise
SG programs on liquidity management and cash transfer strategies, ensuring
compliance with local regulations and sound financial management
practices.
- Collaborate
with HOPE departments to analyze SG financial data and develop meaningful
management reports and financial insights.
- Provide
timely, accurate, and actionable financial information to support
decision-making and alignment of organizational priorities.
- Identify,
communicate, and mitigate financial, operational, and reporting risks
arising from organizational, personnel, system, product, or regulatory
changes.
- Work
with FBPs to monitor the SG partner grant process, communicate with
responsible parties, and review grant requests and necessary reporting to
ensure grant funds are properly being used.
- Financial
Reporting, Consolidation, and Budgeting
- Work
closely with the SG FBPs to support the accurate and timely consolidation
of SG program financials into HOPE International’s financial statements.
- Identify
and document differences between country specific GAAP and US GAAP
reporting requirements.
- Lead
efforts to improve financial reporting processes, systems, and
technologies that enhance efficiency, accuracy, and transparency.
- Support
SG programs during annual budgeting and periodic forecasting processes
through training, technical guidance, review, and analysis.
- Work
closely with SG FBPs, local finance staff, and operational leaders to
strengthen financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and organization
management practices.
- Personnel
Management and Other
- Supervise,
coach, and develop the FBPs, fostering professional growth and
accountability.
- Prioritize,
assign, and oversee projects and initiatives that support both
organizational objectives and staff professional development.
- Perform
special projects and other duties as assigned by the Director of
International Accounting and Senior Director of Finance.
- Lead
and contribute to cross-functional initiatives that strengthen the
financial sustainability and operational effectiveness of Savings Group
programs.
- Establish,
monitor, and evaluate international accounting team goals related to
support of HOPE Savings Group programs and enhance savings group
operations.
Qualifications
- Personal
confession of Christian faith and commitment to the mission and vision of
HOPE International.
- Professional
Qualifications:
- Certified
Public Accountant (CPA) required.
- Advanced
knowledge of U.S. GAAP and strong understanding of IFRS; experience with
nonprofit and international accounting preferred. Understanding of IPSAS,
SYCEBNL accounting standards a plus.
- Minimum
of 2 years of progressive accounting, audit, or financial management
experience, including supervisory responsibilities.
- Demonstrated
experience researching and applying accounting standards and managing
complex accounting matters.
- Experience
designing, implementing, and strengthening internal controls, financial
processes, and compliance frameworks.
- Proven
ability to train, mentor, and develop finance and operations professionals
across diverse cultural and organizational contexts.
- Experience
with partnership management experience preferred.
- Strong
analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Confident
self-starter with the ability to manage competing priorities
independently.
- Advanced
proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications;
experience with financial systems and reporting tools.
- Travel
Qualifications:
- Willing
to travel internationally up to approximately 30 nights per year.
- Willing
to travel to countries such as Rwanda, Haiti, Burundi, Malawi, Zambia,
Zimbabwe, Benin, Tanzania, and others.
- Demonstrated
effectiveness working in multicultural environments and across diverse
global teams. Knowledge of French, Haitian Creole, or other relevant
languages is a plus.
Special application instructions
* Note on salary: HOPE International determines starting
salary ranges based on internal equity and the external market. Because we take
a market-based approach to pay, this salary range is specific to US-based employment.
Hires made in other countries will have a salary range based on local market
factors and this range will be disclosed during the interview process.
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