Senior Manager, Finance at Aga Khan University

, , Pakistan -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

27 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

26 Feb, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Data Analysis, Financial Modeling, Business Planning, Project Management, Coordination, Communication, Presentation Preparation, Stakeholder Engagement, Governance, Compliance, Strategic Advisory, Relationship Management, Confidentiality, Interpersonal Skills, Cost Saving Initiatives, Process Improvement

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Senior Manager, Finance Department: Finance Entity: Aga Khan University Location: Karachi, Pakistan Introduction: Chartered in 1983, Aga Khan University (AKU) is a private, autonomous and self-governing international university with 13 teaching sites in 6 countries distributed across three continents. As an integral part of the Aga Khan Development Network, AKU provides higher education in several disciplines, carries out research pertinent to the countries in which it exists and has campuses, programs and/or teaching hospitals in Afghanistan, Kenya, Pakistan, Tanzania, Uganda and the UK. As an international institution, AKU operates on the core principles of impact, quality, relevance, and access; and AKU is a model of academic excellence and an agent of social change. As an equal opportunity employer, AKU believes in promoting a diverse and inclusive culture and is committed to adopt appropriate standards for safeguarding and promoting a respectful relationship with and between diverse workforce of its faculty, staff, trainees, volunteers, beneficiaries, wider communities, and other stakeholders with whom it works, including children and vulnerable adults and expects all employees/trainees and partners to share this commitment. Position Overview: The incumbent in this role will work as a strategic partner to the Vice President of Finance & CFO. S/he, will manage all corporate and statutory responsibilities, in coordinating with finance teams across different countries to ensure smooth operations. The role also includes assessing business and financial matters and supporting the development of strategies and new revenue opportunities for AKU. Responsibilities: Key Responsibilities: 1. Establishing & maintaining a strong network: Develop and manage internal external relationships. Research, plan and implement new target market initiatives, set goals, and develop plans for the Finance team Conduct analysis, interpret financial statements and business proposals. Develop robust financial models and related information as required, in line with the best practices. Provide active support in developing: board papers/ presentations and business plans. Govern information of various projects and project monitoring mechanisms. Coordinate with relevant finance teams to ensure timely production of quality reports, ensuring that all deadlines and other tasks are completed in a timely manner. Assist in developing business development strategy and its implementation 2. Communication & Coordination: Excellent at coordination with entity heads, deans, directors, and others within and outside of AKU and has excellent project management skills. Excellent comprehension, spoken, written skills and doing data analysis and preparation of presentations. 3. Planning and prioritizing projects and plans: Support in development of departmental goals and objectives, help devise goals’ monitoring mechanism and thereafter recommending corrective actions. Timely submission of reports and preparation of departmental and board presentations for onward submission. Develop requisite summary of board papers for the review of senior management and VP Finance & CFO. 4. Tracking all the projects, proposals, and objectives & reviewing of grant agreements and donor agreements: Engage regularly with relevant finance teams to execute projects and ensure timely completion. Assist in developing financing strategy for major projects, not restricted to capital structuring, funding arrangements, etc. 5. Strategic Advisory and Planning: Serve as a trusted advisor to the VP of Finance & CFO on strategic, financial, and operational matters. Assist in the development, monitoring, and execution of goals. Provide insights and recommendations based on data analysis and research. 6. Operational Management: Oversee day-to-day operations of the Office of the VP Finance & CFO, ensuring seamless coordination across teams and functions. Lead and manage cross-departmental projects, ensuring alignment with organizational goals. Monitor progress of key initiatives, resolving bottlenecks and ensuring timely delivery. 7. Stakeholder Engagement: Act as a liaison between the VP Finance & CFO and internal/external stakeholders, ensuring effective communication and collaboration. Prepare and review presentations, reports, and briefing materials for meetings and engagements. Represent the VP Finance & CFO in meetings, as and when required. Collaborate with cross functional teams to implement cost saving and automation initiatives. 8. Governance and Compliance: Support governance processes by preparing agendas, tracking action items, and ensuring follow-up on key decisions. Ensure compliance with financial policies, regulations, and standards across all jurisdictions in which AKU operates. 9. Leadership Support: Serve as a point of contact for the leadership team, addressing inquiries and facilitating resolutions on behalf of the VP Finance & CFO. Build relationships across departments to promote collaboration and shared success. 10. Continuous Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements within the Office of the VP Finance & CFO. Foster a culture of innovation and operational excellence. Requirements: Education: Master’s degree or equivalent, in Business Administration, Finance, Public Administration, or a related field Experience: Minimum 10 years of relevant work experience. including senior management or advisory roles. Skills: Excellent at carrying out data analysis and synthesizing information. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Has the ability to maintain a sense of confidentiality, with the ability to work in a cross-institutionalized multi-cultural environment. Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills with the ability to engage effectively with various levels of management, staff, and clients. Experience in developing and writing proposals/presentations, coordinating multiple inputs from a variety of sources. Experience in managing relationships. Strong organization and project management skills with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and work under pressure. Ability to communicate status of projects to appropriate staff or board members. Able to communicate the organization’s vision and mission to external audiences. Facilitate review of board papers. Knowledge of AKDN is desirable. Comprehensive Reference checks will be conducted

Responsibilities

The Senior Manager will act as a strategic partner to the VP of Finance & CFO, managing corporate and statutory responsibilities while coordinating finance teams internationally. Key duties involve assessing business matters, supporting strategy development, and ensuring timely production of quality financial reports.