POSITION TYPE

SIM Member or Associate- Two-year assignment
Availability- Preference for Full-Time work; flexible hours per week negotiable
Salary- This position is for a fully or partially funded Member or Associate.

LOCATION

Must have reliable internet connection
Easy access for international travel- Some travel will be required, but most work will be conducted via conference calls or email

POSITION PURPOSE

This is a strategic opportunity to lead the continued implementation and development of Oracle NetSuite Finance Software in SIM offices around the world.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

FINANCE SOFTWARE LEAD

GOAL: SIM SUCCESSFULLY UTILISES ORACLE NETSUITE FINANCE SOFTWARE THROUGHOUT 50+ SIM ENTITIES.

Operate as the Finance (functional) owner of SIM’s use and development of Oracle NetSuite finance software.
Collaborate with other non-Finance users of NetSuite to ensure full integration.
Collaborate with other stakeholders of IT systems used within SIM to ensure best integrated solutions.
Lead the implementation of NetSuite financials to the SIM entities that are yet to implement.
Provide the main accounting input to the implementation and development team.
Become fluent in SIM finance systems and processes.
Manage support to users of the NetSuite system, in conjunction with others in the Finance and IT teams.
Recommend and implement changes to SIM global finance processes to enable best practice use of software tools.
Ensure any changes in SIM practices and processes during implementation of software, are fully documented.
Advise Global Director of Finance of any significant issues arising with software, with possible action plans.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

Promotion of financial needs of SIM ministries, projects, or personal support as agreed with supervisor.
Miscellaneous duties as required.

PERSON SPECIFICATION/QUALIFICATIONS

ESSENTIAL:

Agreement and understanding of the SIM Statement of Faith and Core Values
Professional Accounting qualification (e.g. CPA, CA etc.) or similar level of expertise through experience
Technically strong in accounting and comfortable with handling complex scenarios
Experience in accounting software, systems, and processes
Ability to delegate tasks and manage a team
Ability to thrive in a team but also be proactive and free thinking in suggesting solutions
Oral and written fluency in English and good communication skills
Excellent administrative and computer skills including MS office programs
Ability to work collaboratively across cultures
Experience and ability in working remotely from other team members and supervisor

DESIRABLE:

Prior Oracle NetSuite experience
Prior software implementation experience
Knowledge of SIM policies, principles, and practices
Cross-cultural experience
Working knowledge of French or Spanish

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