Afghanistan: Country Financial Controller - Afghanistan

Job Purpose:

The Country Financial Controller is responsible to manage all aspects of the finance function of the Concern Worldwide Afghanistan country programme so that we achieve our objectives in line with Concern Worldwide policies, procedures and standards.

Main duties & Responsibilities:

Financial System

Ensure that country financial management systems & records are adequate in order to identify and protect the assets & interest of the organization.Ensure that the systems in place, enhance, as far as possible, the efficiency & effectiveness of the manner in which assets are utilizedEnsure that the global accounting package (Microsoft Great Plains) is maintained in a proper manner, and utilized in an appropriate & effective manner.Establish & maintain a donor financial management system in order to optimize funding & to ensure efficient & accurate reporting to donors.Ensure adequate controls over cash & bank management are constantly monitored & updated to minimize the risk of fraud or misappropriation.Undertake regular field visits in order to assess the financial systems in place & implement improvements wherever needClosely monitor all financial activities, and keep the CD/Senior Management Team advised of all situations which have the potential for a negative impact on internal controls or financial management performanceUndertake financial assessments & evaluation of partners, in line with Concern’s standard financial procedures.Participate in the review, monitoring and capacity building of partners.Ensure that partner finance reports are thoroughly reviewed in coordination with the respective Programme staff.

Financial Control

Maintain an effective & efficient system of internal controls which comply with Concern Worldwide financial guidelines.Review existing systems on an on-going basis in order to develop and improve internal controls, in compliance with Concern’s policies and proceduresEnsure that all financial records & accounts are compiled timely, accurately and in line with international accounting standards & donor regulationsEnsure that the country financial operations comply with legal & statutory requirements e.g. audit & financial reporting to all relevant national authorities.Ensure that country management prepares the annual & revised Country budget and donor budgets, as accurately as possible.Keep up to date with donor regulations and ensure that all controls are in place to meet donor compliance.

Financial Reporting

Ensure timely & accurate preparation of monthly management accounts for budget-holders and Country Management to ensure that they can monitor the budget utilization and take appropriate action on any significant variances.Ensure timely & accurate preparation of financial reports for Dublin (Financial Reporting Pack (FRP))Ensure timely & accurate preparation of donor reports for external donors / agencies.Reconcile all balance sheet items on a quarterly basis, in accordance with Concern Worldwide policies & proceduresFinalize year end accounts for external auditor and provide any ad-hoc year reports for DublinProvide financial analysis where necessary especially on maximizing available funds and advise to CMT

Staff Management & Capacity Building

Develop the capacity of the local finance team to ensure that a good standard of financial management is maintained.Undertake specific training and other relevant initiatives so that the national staff can be credible candidates to fill any vacant position in the finance team and to provide strong cover for leave.Undertake financial training of budget-holders, to assist them in enforcing financial controls & making decisions based on financial reports.

Other Duties

§ Facilitate internal, external & donor audits

Ensure that all statutory deductions & taxes are complied with & to liaise with relevant authorities in this respect.Provide day to day management of the IT Officer and the IT function in Concern Afghanistan.Assist in the development & implementation of the Country’s Strategic PlanActively participate in the CMT meetings and be proactively involved in the decision making processesAny other related assignmentsAdhere fully to the commitments and rules of Concern’s Programme Participant Protection Policy and Code of Conduct (P4 and CofC), including the respect of confidentialityReport to the Country Director any violations of the P4 or CofC

Person Specification:

ESSENTIAL

Education, Qualifications & Experience Required:

Accountancy Qualification (e.g. CPA, ACA, ACCA)3 years post qualification experience in Concern or a similar organization preferably as international staff.Experience in developing staff capacity technically and managementExperience managing large and multi donor (especially USAID, ECHO, DFID, Irish Aid etc) programme budgetsMust be fully fluent in English

DESIRABLE

Education, Qualifications & Experience Required:

Knowledge of development issues and concepts.Ability to work under pressure to meet tight deadlinesGood team workerGood Communication and negotiation skillsA good understanding of computer applications i.e. Microsoft word, Excel, communications systems and basic trouble shooting skills.

Special Skills, Aptitude or Personality Requirements:

Cross cultural awareness and sensitivityEmpathy with Concern’s goals and a commitment to capacity building, protection and participationGood communication and training / capacity building skillsProven organization, planning and management skillsAbility to work on own initiative and lead diverse teamsFlexible and adaptable to a changing environment

All applications should be submitted through our website at https://jobs.concern.net/ by closing date. CV’s should be no more than 4 pages in length.

Due to the urgency of this position, applications will be short listed on a regular basis and we may offer posts before the closing date.

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