The Oceania Football Confederation (OFC) Inc., a non for profit organization, is the regional body mandated by FIFA to develop Soccer in the South Pacific.

OFC has 15 national football associations as members and is involved in international events and programmes within these 15 countries.

We are requiring an Accounts and Finance Manager (full time position).

Reporting to senior management the main duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

 – Day to day management of the accounts and finance department (only one direct report)

 – Developing financial policies, procedures and internal control

 – Month end reporting and analysis (including cash flow)

– Year end reporting and preparation of annual audit

– Budgeting and costs analysis

– Payroll

 – GST and FBT tax returns

 – Relationship management with OFC stakeholders and various departments.

– Advisory role to senior management Key skills and attributes of the successful candidate will include:

– a strong fundamental accounting background with an understanding of accounting principles and practices

– qualifications would be an advantage (open to recent graduates) but experience would be taken into consideration

 – Advanced Microsoft excel and powerpoint skills

 – Able to prepare and present well focused financial reports and data analysis

– Attention to detail and works to a high level of accuracy

– A good sense of humour with a strong team ethic

– Good communication skills and be able to work in a young and multi-cultural environment

 – requirement to learn French as part of the position.

– Be able to work under pressure and deadline in a fast paced environment.

 – A full driving license

Salary: up to NZ$50,000 per annum + company car provided depending on qualifications and experience.

To submit your application (CV + cover letter) please send an email to Frederic Guillemont, OFC Deputy General Secretary, [email protected] – alternatively for a confidential discussion phone on 09 / 525 81 64.

(OFC website www.oceaniafootball.com )

Applications to be received no later than 15 May 2008.

Only people with the right to work in New Zealand may apply for this position.

For advice on obtaining New Zealand Work or Residence visas visit the New Zealand Immigration Service (www.immigration.govt.nz)