Assistant Director/ Deputy Director (Finance & Accounts)

Job Description

Title: Assistant Director/ Deputy Director (Finance & Accounts)

Company Name: Manabik Shahajya Sangstha (MSS)

Vacancy: 01

Age: at most 45 years

Location: Dhaka

Salary: Negotiable

Experience:
∎ At least 10 years
∎ The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s):NGO, Development Agency, Micro-Credit

Published: 3 Jun 2025

Education:
∎ Master of Commerce (MCom) in Accounting, Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Accounting, Master of Business Studies (MBS) in Accounting
∎ M.Com./MBS/MBA in Accounting or Finance from any reputed university.
∎ Professional certifications such as CA (CC), CMA (partially qualified), or ACCA (partially qualified) will be considered an advantage.
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∎ M.Com./MBS/MBA in Accounting or Finance from any reputed university.
∎ Professional certifications such as CA (CC), CMA (partially qualified), or ACCA (partially qualified) will be considered an advantage.

Requirements:

Additional Requirements:
∎ Age at most 45 years
∎ At least 10 years of experience in a core accounting role, with a minimum of 2 years in a similar position.
∎ Preference will be given to applicants with experience in a microfinance organization with more than 100 branches.
∎ Strong knowledge of financial management, budgeting, and accounting principles.
∎ Proficiency in VAT & Tax regulations, including the preparation and submission of VAT & Tax returns.
∎ Hands-on experience with financial software and ERP systems.
∎ Advanced skills in MS Office applications, especially MS Excel.Strong analytical skills for evaluating financial data, preparing budgets, and cash flow management.
∎ High level of attention to detail, particularly in payment processing, voucher preparation, and reconciliations.
∎ Excellent organizational and time management skills to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines consistently.
∎ Demonstrated ability to work under pressure and manage complex financial processes effectively.
∎ Strong interpersonal and communication skills for collaboration with different teams and external stakeholders.
∎ Proficiency in both Bangla and English, with typing skills in Bangla (Bijoy) and English for preparing financial documents.
∎ Flexibility to work beyond office hours when required.
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∎ At least 10 years of experience in a core accounting role, with a minimum of 2 years in a similar position.
∎ Preference will be given to applicants with experience in a microfinance organization with more than 100 branches.
∎ Strong knowledge of financial management, budgeting, and accounting principles.
∎ Proficiency in VAT & Tax regulations, including the preparation and submission of VAT & Tax returns.
∎ Hands-on experience with financial software and ERP systems.
∎ Advanced skills in MS Office applications, especially MS Excel.Strong analytical skills for evaluating financial data, preparing budgets, and cash flow management.
∎ High level of attention to detail, particularly in payment processing, voucher preparation, and reconciliations.
∎ Excellent organizational and time management skills to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines consistently.
∎ Demonstrated ability to work under pressure and manage complex financial processes effectively.
∎ Strong interpersonal and communication skills for collaboration with different teams and external stakeholders.
∎ Proficiency in both Bangla and English, with typing skills in Bangla (Bijoy) and English for preparing financial documents.
∎ Flexibility to work beyond office hours when required.

Responsibilities & Context:
∎ Support in developing business plan and budget for Microfinance Programs as per organizational requirements, implement and monitor budgetary control activities.
∎ Follow up of branch office expenses and monthly variance report of the budgeted and actual expenses showing the reasons for variance.
∎ Prepare monthly, quarterly, half yearly and annual report as per donor/lender organization and authority requirements.
∎ Maintain liaison with the donor (PKSF), lending organization and Microcredit Regulatory Authority (MRA) regarding financial matter.
∎ Review the findings of the internal, external, donor/lender audit report and makes coordination between program management and financial management.
∎ Collect updated Tax and VAT information amended by National Board of Revenue (NBR) every year and deduct Tax and VAT at source from bills and payments.
∎ Involvement with procurement in consistent with organizational purchase policy and procedure/ process.
∎ Check the bill/voucher in relation with code, budget allocation and definition.
∎ Responsible for ensuring the accuracy of all reports, vouchers, schedules, payroll sheets and stock inventories.
∎ Follow organizational policy and procedure (financial manual, human resource policy and donor/lender guidelines) in all level.
∎ Update and input in developing Accounts manual, Audit manual and need base accounts related other policies.
∎ Maintain and ensure the accuracy of organizational asset through preventive measures including physical verification.
∎ Preparation of monthly and annual financial statements and reports as & when necessary.
∎ To check Daily Fund Position and to submit it to Head of Accounts.
∎ Preparation of Budget and variance analysis.
∎ Managing Treasury.
∎ To supervise cash counting and to take corrective action on finding any discrepancy.
∎ Checking transactions in Microfin 360.
∎ Ensure timely verification of monthly Bank reconciliation statement by 1st week of following month.
∎ To ensure proper dealing with banks for smooth functioning of credit facilities/renewal etc.
∎ Generate various Management reports for smooth operation of the Department.
∎ Monitoring Petty Cash Transaction & Cash Book of Head Office.
∎ Lead Finance and Accounts Department
∎ Accomplish any other duties as delegated by supervisors.
∎ Take corrective measures in field level on need base.
∎ Job Summary: Manabik Shahajya Sangstha (MSS) is a leading national-level NGO engaged in socio-economic development since 1974 and providing microfinance to over 200,000 people in rural and urban areas with financial support from PKSF, banks, and other financial institutions. The Assistant Director/ Deputy Director (Finance & Accounts) will be responsible for overseeing and managing financial activities related to the Microfinance Programs of Manabik Shahajya Sangstha (MSS). The position involves financial planning, budgeting, monitoring, and reporting while ensuring compliance with relevant policies, donor guidelines, and regulatory requirements. The incumbent will work closely with senior management, donors, and external stakeholders to maintain financial transparency, mitigate risks, and support strategic decision-making. The role also requires strong leadership skills to manage finance teams and ensure efficient execution of financial operations in alignment with MSS’s mission and objectives.
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∎ Key Responsibilities:
∎ Key Responsibilities include (but are not limited to)
∎ Support in developing business plan and budget for Microfinance Programs as per organizational requirements, implement and monitor budgetary control activities.
∎ Follow up of branch office expenses and monthly variance report of the budgeted and actual expenses showing the reasons for variance.
∎ Prepare monthly, quarterly, half yearly and annual report as per donor/lender organization and authority requirements.
∎ Maintain liaison with the donor (PKSF), lending organization and Microcredit Regulatory Authority (MRA) regarding financial matter.
∎ Review the findings of the internal, external, donor/lender audit report and makes coordination between program management and financial management.
∎ Collect updated Tax and VAT information amended by National Board of Revenue (NBR) every year and deduct Tax and VAT at source from bills and payments.
∎ Involvement with procurement in consistent with organizational purchase policy and procedure/ process.
∎ Check the bill/voucher in relation with code, budget allocation and definition.
∎ Responsible for ensuring the accuracy of all reports, vouchers, schedules, payroll sheets and stock inventories.
∎ Follow organizational policy and procedure (financial manual, human resource policy and donor/lender guidelines) in all level.
∎ Update and input in developing Accounts manual, Audit manual and need base accounts related other policies.
∎ Maintain and ensure the accuracy of organizational asset through preventive measures including physical verification.
∎ Preparation of monthly and annual financial statements and reports as & when necessary.
∎ To check Daily Fund Position and to submit it to Head of Accounts.
∎ Preparation of Budget and variance analysis.
∎ Managing Treasury.
∎ To supervise cash counting and to take corrective action on finding any discrepancy.
∎ Checking transactions in Microfin 360.
∎ Ensure timely verification of monthly Bank reconciliation statement by 1st week of following month.
∎ To ensure proper dealing with banks for smooth functioning of credit facilities/renewal etc.
∎ Generate various Management reports for smooth operation of the Department.
∎ Monitoring Petty Cash Transaction & Cash Book of Head Office.
∎ Lead Finance and Accounts Department
∎ Accomplish any other duties as delegated by supervisors.
∎ Take corrective measures in field level on need base.

Compensation & Other Benefits:
∎ Negotiable
∎ T/A, Mobile bill, Medical allowance, Contributory Provident fund, Gratuity, Two festival bonuses in a year, yearly increment, special "Staff Welfare Fund (SWF)" to cover health expenses for self and family. The death benefit from a Special "Staff Welfare Fund".
∎ Negotiable
∎ T/A, Mobile bill, Medical allowance, Contributory Provident fund, Gratuity, Two festival bonuses in a year, yearly increment, special "Staff Welfare Fund (SWF)" to cover health expenses for self and family. The death benefit from a Special "Staff Welfare Fund".
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Workplace:
∎ Work at office

Employment Status: Full Time

Job Location: Dhaka

Job Highlights:

Read Before Apply:

Read Before Apply:

If you fulfill our requirements and think yourself confident as the best fit, you are requested to send your CV including two professional references along with a Cover Letter (CV with Cover letter should be in one PDF file) addressed to the Executive Director, MSS through e-mail to: [email protected] before 20 June 2025.

Note: Please mention your Present and Expected Salary in you Cover Letter.

Please mention the position applied for in the subject line of the e-mail.

We treat all applications for employment on their merits. Any persuasion will disqualify the candidature. MSS reserves the right to cancel any application. Only short-listed candidates will be invited to the selection process.

Apply Procedure

Email your CV and Cover Letter : Send your Detailed CV with Cover Letter to the given email: hr@mssbd.org

Company Information

Manabik Shahajya Sangstha (MSS)

Address:

SEL Centre (3rd Floor), 29, West Panthapath, Dhaka-1205

Business:

Manabik Shahajya Sangstha (MSS), a leading national level non-governmental organization, was established by a group of students of Dhaka Residential Model School/ College and later of the University of Dhaka in 1974 with the aim to provide succor to the underserved flood-stricken people. Thereafter, MSS started to empower the disadvantaged people by making resources available to them through microcredit, health and nutrition services, eliminating preventable blindness; promoting food security, women and child rights, good governance, and non-formal primary education, among others.

Apply Procedure:

Email your CV:
∎ Send your CV to the given email [email protected]

Company Information:
∎ Manabik Shahajya Sangstha (MSS)
∎ SEL Centre (3rd Floor), 29, West Panthapath, Dhaka-1205.
∎ Manabik Shahajya Sangstha (MSS), a leading national level non-governmental organization, was established by a group of students of Dhaka Residential Model School/ College and later of the University of Dhaka in 1974 with the aim to provide succor to the underserved flood-stricken people. Thereafter, MSS started to empower the disadvantaged people by making resources available to them through microcredit, health and nutrition services, eliminating preventable blindness; promoting food security, women and child rights, good governance, non-formal primary education, among others.

Address::
∎ SEL Centre (3rd Floor), 29, West Panthapath, Dhaka-1205.
∎ Manabik Shahajya Sangstha (MSS), a leading national level non-governmental organization, was established by a group of students of Dhaka Residential Model School/ College and later of the University of Dhaka in 1974 with the aim to provide succor to the underserved flood-stricken people. Thereafter, MSS started to empower the disadvantaged people by making resources available to them through microcredit, health and nutrition services, eliminating preventable blindness; promoting food security, women and child rights, good governance, non-formal primary education, among others.

Application Deadline: 20 Jun 2025

Category: NGO/Development