Finance and Administration Officer

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Description

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• Support in coordinating the accounting and finance functions of the regional office in line with Norwegian Red Cross rules and procedures.
• Support the regional and country offices in all aspects of financial management enabling humanitarian programs.

• Support in the preparation of the Regional Office, Country Offices and National Societies programme and project budgets consistent with plans.
• Support in ensuring that budgets are re-prioritised bi-annually in line with available funding.

• Responsible for obtaining required supporting documents, verification with approved budget and authorisation signature by the relevant personnel.
• Prepare cash payment voucher and disburse cash for working advance & per diem to the requesting staff members after the approval of budget holder and Regional Senior Finance officer.
• Prepare transaction entry form for bank & cash transactions related to Asia Regional Office.
• Make entries in accounting software- Agresso for bank transactions in Asia Regional Office.
• Daily accounting for the Asia regional office in compliance with the Norwegian Red Cross Operational Manual, including the Finance and Accounting Manual (FAM) and the regulations for financial control. Scan and file accounting documentation in the accounting system.
• Ensure monthly closure of accounts within required deadlines and the preparation of the office cash request.
• Implement standardised filing and archiving system for the Region and at Country Office levels while promoting adherence to the same among programme departments.
• Check that incoming invoices agree with supporting documentation and NorCross procurement procedures. Process invoices in electronic invoice system.

• Assists in providing feedback on the tertial reports required by HQ
• Participate in monthly and year-end books closing tasks

• Coordinate all work that will easily facilitate and enhance successful audit of Regional Office operations and programmes.
• Support in the preparation of the audit working papers twice a year and whenever the need arises.
• Supports with the analysis of bids and sourcing for items less than NOK 5,000.

• Ensure that all project expenditure authorization process is as per approved Accountability Matrix.
• Ensure that all procurements are in line with Norwegian Red Cross policy and procedures at the point of clearing the payments.
• Perform delegated responsibilities on all financial matters to ensure that internal control is in line and effective as required.
• Assists in conducting on site financial spot checks of National Societies to identify the gaps and provision of recommendations.
• Support system improvement initiatives and ensure smooth roll out in the Regional and country offices

• A minimum of bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance or Business Administration with an accounting option
• Professional qualification in accounting (ACCA, Chartered accountant, CPA or equivalent)

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in Accounting / Finance and/or related field
• Work experience with International Organisation, INGO or NGO would be an advantage
• Experience of delivering narrative and financial reports

• Advanced knowledge of accounting concepts, financial management and use reporting applications (e.g. Agresso)
• Understanding of internal control and treasury management concepts
• Advanced skills in computer productivity applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook)
• Ability to communicate effectively and sensitively with people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds
• Self-motivated, pro-active and result-oriented approach to work
• Good understanding of financial management challenges affecting local organizations
• Ability to work towards achieving objectives and results.
• Ability to convince and gain acceptance
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to be solution oriented
• Ability to work in diverse cultural context
• Collaborates well with others and supports others in the pursuit of team goals.
• Creates a stable and re-assuring work atmosphere and is firm and reliable
• Good command of spoken and written English

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