Finance and Administration Officer

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Job Description

The purpose of the Regional Finance and Admin Officer is to support the management of a strong internal control environment, including segregation of duties, and the application of finance and administrative policies, processes and procedures throughout the region.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
Strategic Responsibilities:

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.

Operational Responsibilities:
Budgeting:

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.

Accounting:

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.

Reporting:

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

Compliance and audit:

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.

Monitoring:

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

Education:

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)

Experience:

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

Knowledge, Skills and Languages:

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

Source: https://www.ifrc.org/jobs/details.html?jobId=130686&jobTitle=Regional%20Finance%20and%20Administration%20Officer

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