Analyst, Donor Finance Management

Purpose of Job:

The Analyst will contribute to EBRD’s donor-funded business by supporting sound financial management of donor resources via the Bank’s Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system. The Analyst will work closely with various departments in the Bank including:

1.           Impact & Partnerships

2.           Donor Funds Accounting

3.           Banking and policy teams

The Analyst is a subject matter expert on all products their team covers and has a good understanding of the end-to-end donor funded processes.

They are responsible for recording, checking and posting a number of varied transactions on a daily basis into the Bank’s ERP system, verifying accuracy of provided data and information and ensuring that the data complies to donors’ and Bank’s requirements.

The individual is required to work closely with internal clients from multiple departments and delivering to strict deadlines.

Accountabilities & Responsibilities:

•            Set up, change and close funds and manage the earmarking process in the ERP system in a consistent and standardised way; in accordance with the relevant legal agreements and ensuring compliance with agreed processes

•            Provide advisory services to internal stakeholders relating to own practice area to ensure there is no misalignment between donors’ requirements and practice

•            Contribute to developing and improving processes, controls and responsibilities within own area of specialism to ensure the function best responds to the Bank and Donor’s needs and reflects current practice

•            Undertake investigations and inspections of data, processes and practice in accordance with established procedure to identify potential or actual compliance issues and raises identified issues with the Associate

•            Subject matter expert on all products dealt with by the team and has a good understanding of the end-to-end donor funded processes

•            Provide documentation to internal and external auditors related to work performed by the team

•            Support Impact & Partnerships in ensuring there is enough funds in the accounts

•            Issue billings of the donor contributions in accordance with the relevant legal agreements as well as following up any outstanding contributions

•            Responsible for ensuring that the currencies and exchange rates have been accurately entered in the Bank’s ERP system to help mitigate financial and operational risks and protect against overspend

•            Support the accurate and timely closure of earmarks and donor funds to assist with the reflow of funds back to the donors or repurposed for other projects

•            Provide a variety of reports and summaries of data from the Bank’s ERP system to stakeholders in order to support donor related activities

•            Run reports to monitor and forecast that donor funds are available in the bank account for the funds to be deployed as and when required

•            Gather and analyse data to problem solve, drive decisions and continuously improve processes

Knowledge, Skills, Experience & Qualifications:

•            University degree

•            Strong knowledge and understanding of the Bank’s ERP system

•            Strong numerical and financial skills with the ability to interpret financial information

•            Any understanding of the Bank’s donor-funded business and related products and end-to-end processes would be an advantage

•            Ability to organise and prioritise tasks effectively to meet deadlines

•            Effective communication skills

•            Excellent interpersonal skills including tact and diplomacy

•            Fluent English language skills, both verbal and written

•            Proficiency in Microsoft Power Platforms (Power BI, Power Automate, Power apps)

•            Efficiency in dashboard creation and data visualization for operational insight

•            Knowledge of automation tools and systems to streamline processes

•            Ability to build partnerships and work collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives

•            Strong problem solving and analytical skills

What is it like to work at the EBRD? / About EBRD 

Our agile and innovative approach is what makes life at the EBRD a unique experience! You will be part of a pioneering and diverse international organisation, and use your talents to make a real difference to people's lives and help shape the future of the regions we invest in.  

At EBRD, our Values – Inclusiveness, Innovation, Trust, and Responsibility – are at the heart of how we work. We bring these to life through our Workplace Behaviours: listening well and speaking up, collaborating smartly, acting decisively with full commitment, and simplifying to amplify our impact. These principles shape our culture and define our success. We seek individuals who not only share these values but are also committed to embedding them in their daily work, fostering a positive and high-performing environment. 

The EBRD environment provides you with: 

• Varied, stimulating and engaging work that gives you an opportunity to interact with a wide range of experts in the financial, political, public and private sectors across the regions we invest in. 
• A working culture that embraces inclusion and celebrates diversity. Our workforce reflects a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, bringing fresh ideas, energy, and innovation and enhancing our ability to serve our clients, shareholders, and counterparties effectively.
• A hybrid workplace that offers flexibility to teams and individuals; that is based on trust, flexibility and connectedness. 
• An environment that places sustainability, equality and digital transformation at the heart of what we do. 
• A workplace that prioritises employee wellbeing and provides a comprehensive suite of competitive benefits. 

Diversity is one of the Bank’s core values which are at the heart of everything it does.  As such, the EBRD seeks to ensure that everyone is treated with respect and given equal opportunities and works in an inclusive environment. The EBRD encourages all qualified candidates who are nationals of the EBRD member countries to apply regardless of their racial, ethnic, religious and cultural background, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, socio-economic background or disability.   

Please note, that due to the high volume of applications received, we regret to inform you that we are unable to provide detailed feedback to candidates who have not been shortlisted (for further consideration).