Duties and Responsibilities:
Manage project finances, including budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow.
Ensure compliance with donor and organizational financial policies and regulations.
Prepare accurate and timely financial reports for donors and stakeholders.
Monitor project budgets, track expenditures, and analyze variances.
Oversee disbursement of funds and review payment documentation.
Support and coordinate internal and external audits.
Implement and monitor internal controls to safeguard project resources.
Train and mentor project staff on financial management and donor compliance.
Collaborate with program and procurement teams to align financial operations with project goals.
Liaise with donors and stakeholders on financial matters.
Job Specification:
A Bachelor's degree in Commerce with a major in either Finance or Accounting
At least five (5) years of experience in an accounting role, with a minimum of three (3) years working in a Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) or a research-based institution working in collaboration with local and international universities. Experience working with Japanese funded programs is a requirement.
Professional accountancy qualification (ACCA Affiliate or equivalent)
Certificate in grants management training programme
Advanced knowledge and skills finance/accounting information systems.
Good understanding of Public Sector Procurement/Finance processes