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COAST Foundation (www.coastbd.net) is a value-based NGO with a special consultative status of UN ECOSOC, ...
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Position: Finance Officer
Duty Station: Coxs Bazar, Bangladesh
Reports to: Finance Manager (Coxs Bazar)
Liaise with: HR/Finance/Operation/Program Managers and Country office Finance Team
Contract Duration: 3 months with possibility of extension
Possible Contract Starting Date: ASAP
About RI: Relief International (RI) is a nonprofit organization whose sole mission is to reduce human suffering. We respond to natural disasters, humanitarian emergencies and chronic poverty. We are non-sectarian and non-political. With legal standing both in the United States as a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization and in the United Kingdom as a registered Charity, RI has a global board of directors who bring an informed perspective to the communities we serve. We work in 19 countries across Asia, Africa and the Middle East.
RI seamlessly blends humanitarian and development efforts so every program resolves immediate issues while laying the groundwork for long-term impact. Our signature approach – which we call the RI Way – emphasizes local participation, an integration of services, strategic partnerships, and a focus on civic skills. In this way, we empower communities to find, design and implement the solutions that work for them – and for generations to come.
RI has over 10 years of operational experience in Bangladesh. Using local expertise and resources, RI has worked to build the capacity of communities through the use of innovative education and health programs, human rights and preventing human trafficking work, livelihood training, small business development, environment and climate change initiatives, and eco-tourism services. Through our activities, RI has forged lasting partnerships with national organizations, which allow for marginalized communities to have access to sustainable support.
Job Summery
RI based both in the USA and UK, is urgently looking for Finance Officer to assist in financial management of its emergency response portfolio in Cox’s Bazar. Under the supervision of the Finance Manager and Team Leader. The Finance Officer is responsible for the effective financial management of the projects. The position will be contracted for three (3) months, with possibility of extension. This position demands someone who has the capacity to support multiple grants/projects and work in a very fast-paced environment. Previous experience with UNHCR, PRM, UNICEF, ECHO and other emergency donors.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Oversee processes and procedures so they meet RI and Donor requirements.
Supervise Finance Assistant assigned to ensure the proper oversight of finance procedures and reporting requirements.
Maintain cash on hand at required RI levels and for program operations.
Update, code and post transactions in a timely manner in RI-required finance software.
Ensure financial reporting as required is prepared accurately and reviewed thoroughly.
Assist to Prepare donor financial reports and ensure they are submitted in a timely manner.
Ensure financial accountability by requiring all staff provide proper documentation and signatures on vouchers, purchase orders, or payments of any kind.
Ensure all purchases follow RI procurement and selection policies.
Work with HR Officer to prepare monthly salaries, ensuring appropriate documentation and oversight.
Ensure proper Tax /VAT/Income tax calculation and make deposit to revenue department with correct submission of VAT/TAX challan Voucher.
Assist to develop budgets as needed, gathering any required information from donors or RI-HQ regarding budget development.
Monitor budgets regularly in collaboration with key staff, ensuring expenditures are in line with donor and RI requirements.
Ensure the appropriateness of all monetary or banking transactions.
Oversee bank transactions, including opening, closing and reconciliation of bank accounts.
Ensure proper paperwork on financial transactions of any kind between RI and other parties or partners (accounts receivables, payables, etc.).
Ensure safety protocols are established and followed by all staff.
Communicate with sub-granted organizations to ensure their timely financial reporting.
Set up tools, processes or documentation as needed or required to improve the monitoring and oversight of any financial processes described above.
Any other duties as assigned by the supervisor
Job Nature: Full-time
Person Specification
Master’s Degree in Accounting and Finance
At least 3 years minimum work experience with NGO/INGO/UN
Experience in writing quality Financial reporting
Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and Power point
Good skill in accounting software, Quick Book and Net suit.
Willingness to make frequent trips to hard to reach areas
Ability to work under stressful conditions and work environment.
Excellent communication skills, both written and spoken, in both English and Bangladeshi
RI Values:
We uphold the Humanitarian Principles: humanity, neutrality, impartiality, and operational independence. We affirmatively engage the most vulnerable communities. We value:
Inclusiveness
Transparency and Accountability
Agility and Innovation
Collaboration
Sustainability
Instructions for submission of application: Submit your CV, cover letter & Salary history to [email protected] with two references or submit your application to our Cox’s Bazar Office address at Nur An House,234, Thana road, Bador Mokam (In front of Post Office) Cox’s Bazar-4700.
You may check our website at www.ri.org to know about our organization.
Last date for CV submission by email or at CV box is January 5, 2018
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