Finance Assistant

• Assist in the preparation of monthly financial reports and donor financial statements.
• Process payments, including staff advances, vendor invoices, and reimbursements, ensuring proper documentation and approvals.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records, including cash books, ledgers, and supporting documents.
• Support the Finance Officer in preparing budgets and monitoring expenditures against project budgets.
• Assist in managing petty cash and ensuring timely replenishment with proper documentation.
• Help ensure compliance with donor requirements, internal financial policies, and local regulations.
• Prepare bank reconciliations and assist with monthly and year-end financial closings.
• Support internal and external audits by organizing and providing required documentation.
• Maintain a proper filing system for financial documents (both physical and digital).
• Liaise with program and logistics teams to ensure timely and accurate financial support for project activities.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 1–2 years of experience in a finance or accounting role, preferably in an NGO or donor-funded project.
• Familiarity with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage, or similar).
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel and other MS Office applications.
• Understanding of donor compliance (e.g., USAID, EU, UN, etc.) is an asset.
• Good organizational and time management skills.
• High level of integrity and ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

• Experience working in humanitarian or development contexts.
• Knowledge of local financial regulations and tax laws.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Fluency in French and English if possible.

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