Christian Children's Fund of Canada - Project Finance/Admin Officer - Jobs in Ethiopia

Christian Children's Fund of Canada - Project Finance/Admin Officer - Jobs in Ethiopia


Job Description

The Project Finance/Admin Officer reports to Project Coordinator.

She/he is responsible for implementing plans for the control, monitoring and reporting of financial operations and human and material resource management of the field Office including preparing project budget, financial statements, a timely and accurate processing of all accounting transactions, maintaining cash controls, preparing the payroll and personnel administration, maintaining accounts payable, validation of receipts, vouchers and financial data, and preparing financial reports, facilitating procurement and general services including transport, maintenance and staff security.

Key Responsibilities

  • Prepares project budget and detailed implementation plan, and develops monthly, quarterly and annual cash budget and/cash flow.
  • Records all transactions accurately including cost sharing/contributions from different sources (from donor and CCFC) and ensures that there are adequate supporting documents and that all transactions comply with CCFC and donor’s requirements.
  • Advises the Project Coordinator, Project Technical Officer, Project Facilitators and finance/ admin assistant on proper fund request, financial planning, budget control, proper financial verification and approval procedures and on current and future budgetary positions and administrative issues.
  • Follows up on the activities of and provide technical supports to the staff under his/her supervision
  • Reviews and checks petty cash reimbursements and consistently implements petty cash management practices.
  • Receives and records invoices and arranges payments, ensures that all nominal ledger
    control accounts are reconciled monthly, follows up and investigates any queries or differences and checks any resulting journal entries.
  • Ensures proper documentation of financial related documents both in hard copy and electronics copy and keeps the documents in safe and secured places.
  • Perform other related duties as required by the supervisor.

    Minimum Requirements /Qualifications
  • BA degree in Accounting and Finance Management or related field
  • Six (6) or more years of experience in related field
  • Possess excellent computer skills, including MS Word, Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Outlook, Internet, Quick Book and Peach Tree accounting software. Good communication and organizational skills
  • Strong budget development, tracking, and reporting skills using computer software/ computerized accounting programs
  • Good in English and Amharic both speaking & writing.
  • Commitment to CCFC’s Vision, Mission and Values

    How to Apply

    If you have the passion and expertise to help CCFC Ethiopia country office achieve our vision of social sustainability, submit:

  • Cover Letter,
  • Current Resume and
  • Salary Expectations through the Careers & Opportunities page

    Applications are welcome from qualified applicants and will be received until 20th May 2019.

  • Women who meet the minimum requirements for the posts are highly encouraged to apply.
  • We also encourage previous candidates who applied for the post to submit their applications
  • For more information and job application details, see; Christian Children's Fund of Canada - Project Finance/Admin Officer - Jobs in Ethiopia

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