Responsible for the adherence to financial policies & procedures, internal control, cash management, budgeting, budget monitoring, financial reporting, audit facilitation, staff supervision, and support. Also responsible for the proper functioning of the finance units in the regional office in all matters involving finance and control and management of assets. 

Plans organizes, directs, and monitors the work of the department; oversees the logistics maintenance & management, procurement and supplies services management, communication & liaison of the regional Officer; responsible for administration policy/systems development & review. 

Duties and Responsibilities 

1. Finance

   • Ensure Compliance with I1D's policies and procedures and with the regulations and laws of the government of Ethiopia in all financial matters. 

   • Be responsible for ensuring proper controls over all I1D-regional office assets and for maintenance of proper systems and procedures for all accounting transactions. 

   • Responsible for sending monthly budget variance by project with a project cash flow analysis and overall Cash flow analysis reports to the Finance manager and Grant manager. 

   • Ensure monthly financial reports are checked against the documents. 

   • Ensure donor reports are liquidated as per the agreement and standard. 

   • Ensure the sub-grant partners' financial reports are liquidated based on the agreement and standard.

   • Finalize the posting in the QB and refer it for final approval Review to the finance manager with detailed report as per the standard.

   •  Conduct a timely audit of the annual book of account as per the acceptable national standard.

   • Implement internal and external auditor’s comments.

   • Ensure all expenditures are in line with I1D policy and according to the approved budget.

   • Ensure monthly meetings with the Program project owner to review project budget spending and advise the program team to meet the spending requirements.

   • Responsible for Monthly and Quarterly financial project progress reports to HQs, government, and donors.

   • Assist in preparing Budget proposals and consult the program team on financial rules and regulations.

   • Implement the cost allocation policies and monitor the allocation as per the agreement and standard.

   • Ensure all the documents and reports are audited by an internal auditor monthly.

   • Responsible for the proper functioning of the finance units in all offices in all matters involving finance and control and management of assets. 

   • Perform other duties assigned by the Finance Manager and regional program Manager.

Job Requirements

• Academic Qualification

Degree in Accounting and Finance, accounting, business administration,  and a strong understanding and working knowledge of financial accounting.   

• Work Experience 

At least five years of experience working with NGOs and demonstrated skills in the areas of finance administration. 

• Special Training 

Basic knowledge and proficiency in the use of computers: QuickBooks, MS Excel, Accounting Software, Word, and Access. 

• Other Requirements 

Strong working knowledge of spoken and written English.  Excellent communication and reporting skills. Strong interpersonal, and human relations skills as well as demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment.   

How to Apply

Qualified and interested candidates can send their CVs, cover letters, and other credentials through the below link before the closing date of this announcement.

Apply using THIS LINK

Only successful candidates will be contacted and Female applicants are encouraged.