FINCA International

FINCA International is one of the leading global networks of microfinance institutions, providing financial services to hundreds of thousands of clients in 21 country programs in Africa, Eurasia and Latin America. Currently FINCA is looking for a Banking Policy and Regulations Expert (BPRE) to assist FINCA Azerbaijan with bank transformation requirements and with the implementation of a core MIS system that must take into account these new requirements. It is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced and career-motivated expert to join an international organization. The ideal candidate is one with extensive regulatory experience of banking operations in Azerbaijan.

Under the direct guidance of Chief Finance Officer, the Banking Policy and Regulations Expert will:

•·         Conduct high quality research on FINCA operations;

•·         Gather and analyze requirements for the existing MIS; Conduct an analysis of the existing business processes, in which the inputs and outputs are clear, reliable, dependable and well-documented;

•·         Responsible for implementation and permanent maintenance of FINCA Azerbaijan corporate policies and regulations according to requirements by National Bank of Azerbaijan (NBA); Perform daily maintenance of FINCA Azerbaijan finance and accounting manuals;

•·         Participate in process of development the existing, as well as new products and services provided by FINCA Azerbaijan and provide advice / expertise on product specifications / details in compliance with National Bank supervision policies;

•·         Advise the MIS specialists set up / automate all external reports required by the National Bank of Azerbaijan

•·         Demonstrate commitment to the collective output of the MIS implementation project team.

Qualifications and experience

•·         Minimum 3 years experience in a Commercial Bank (preferably Accounting, Reporting or Internal Audit departments);

•·         Excellent knowledge of National Bank regulations and policies and regulatory reporting requirements for commercial banks and regulated MFIs;

•·         Good knowledge of local Banking Law and Regulations

•·         Good accounting skills; experience with IFRS accounting practices preferable;

•·         Management experience and experience conducting gap analyses between business requirements and software is preferred;

•·         Proven ability to work creatively and analytically in a problem-solving environment;

•·         Experience in working in a heavy pressure environment;

•·         University degree (preferably in accounting/finance/economics);

•·         Fluency in Azeri, Russian and English languages;

•·         Good computer and presentation skills as well as technical understanding

Qualities and characteristics

•·         Excellent communication skills and the ability to present information and ideas clearly and concisely

•·         Ability to work well in a team environment

•·         High level of energy, creativity, flexibility, enthusiasm and commitment, self-confidence and initiative

•·         Accuracy, attention to detail and awareness of deadlines

•·         A hard working self-starter with initiative, ability to work independently and able to set own priorities

•·         Willingness to take responsibility

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