Education
M.Com/MBA/MBS major in Accounting & Finance
Additional Requirements
Female candidates will be given strong preference for this position.
Education may be relaxed for the highly experienced person
Proven skill in financial management, managing of donor funds, BAS, GAAP, GOB rules (VAT, Tax etc.) Donor rules and regulations etc.
Skilled in budgeting, budget monitoring and review of project expenses.
Sound and prompt in different program reporting as well as reconciliation of Program vs Financial Report.
Clear concept on different procurement/payment procedure
Strong safety and security awareness.
Sound knowledge of Finance and Administration policies
Proficiency in computer skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
Good understanding of MS Office applications
Core Competencies
Skilled in budget preparation, budget monitoring and review of project expenses
Facilitation of Audit (internal and external)
Knowledge on internal control process, HR and administration
Ability to work in a team with good interpersonal skills
Strong communication skills
Good negotiation skills
Ability to prioritize activities to act and decide promptly
Good understanding on issues related to gender equity and protect.
Reporting to: Program Manager of the Project and Coordinator Finance of JAGO NARI
Responsibilities & Context
Project Title : She Leads the Shore: Women's Climate Justice and Recovery in Coastal Bhola District of Bangladesh
Technical Support : UN Women
Project Location : Bhola Sadar & Charfasson Upazila in Bhola District.
Employment Type : Project-based / Contractual
Duration : 15 October 2026 to 30 September 2028
Reporting To : Coordinator Finance, JAGO NARI
Job Summary:
JAGO NARI is a non-government development organization in the central coastal region of Bangladesh. The main focusing area of work is women’s empowerment, Climate Change Adaptation, Health & Nutrition, Disaster Risk Reduction, and Education. Recently JAGO NARI is implementing a new Project in the She Leads the Shore: Women's Climate Justic and Recovery in Costal Bhola District of Bangladesh with the technical support of the UN WOMEN. The project title is “She Leads the Shore: Women's Climate Justic and Recovery in Costal Bhola District of Bangladesh Project” The objective of the project is to Strengthen the organizational, financial and technical capacities of WROs so that they can participate in preventing and responding to climate security risk at local level regional and international level. We will work with the Women's Rights Organization to prevent, response, and adaptation to climate Change. JAGO NARI is seeking a S/he will play a vital role in financial management, Accounting & Reporting, Budget Monitoring & Control, Administrative Management, Risk Management etc. The detailed responsibilities are outlined below but are not limited to:
Responsibilities and Task: % of Time
Financial management:30%
Receive the bill/vouchers from the staff and vendors ensuring that all formalities are followed.
Make payment against the advance request and maintain all relevant documents and advance ledger as per policy.
Ensure timely adjustment of the advances with support from all concerned.
Make available adequate funds in petty cash for timely payment against expenditures.
Preserve petty cash in safe custody under lock and key.
Receive advance requests with the recommendation of the concerned authority.
Ensure security of the office for night and day.
Prepare procurement plans as per the DIP of the project and get input from senior staff of JAGO NARI.
Supply the items to the concerned staff as per request and maintain all formalities.
Establish and maintain liaison/coordination with the senior staff of the project.
Update day-to-day financial records in accounting software (Tally Prime).
Provide necessary input for budget preparation/revision.
Ensure security of office operations and coordinate with house owners/vendors as per organizational policy and donor compliance.
Accounting & Reporting:25%
Check bill/vouchers ensuring accuracy.
Have approval from the concerned authority and make payments on time.
Prepare monthly finance reports as per donor requirements.
Prepare monthly reports on stock of store items and circulate them to all concerned.
Maintain stock and ledger books as required.
Prepare reports on financial records and stock to ensure documentation is up-to-date.
Provide necessary inputs for budget preparation and revisions as well as monitor expenses.
Budget Monitoring & Control:20%
Monitor expenses and control them according to the approved budget.
Provide necessary input for budget preparation/revision and ensure expenses are controlled per the budget.
Make sure that all procurement and expenditure follow the budget plans in alignment with project objectives.
Administrative Management:15%
Reach agreements with house owners and vendors as per organizational policy and donor compliance.
Prepare a potential list of vendors involving the procurement committee as per policy and donor compliance.
Receive procurement requests and arrange to procure the items involving the procurement committee.
Coordinate with the procurement committee to ensure all purchases meet organizational and donor compliance standards.
Oversee office security and ensure compliance with administrative procedures for day-to-day operations.
Supervise administrative processes such as documentation, procurement, and vendor agreements.
Risk Management:5%
Ensure proper security of financial assets like petty cash and relevant documents.
Ensure timely adjustment of advances to prevent risks of financial discrepancies.
Address potential risks related to procurement, financial mismanagement, and security of office and project funds.
Compliance and Auditing:5%
Ensure that financial processes comply with donor regulations, organizational policies, and relevant laws.
Make sure that procurement and payment processes follow donor compliance and organizational policy.
Assist in internal and external audits by maintaining records and documents as per standards.
Prepare financial reports and ensure compliance with donor requirements.
Ensure all documentation is prepared in line with government and donor regulations.
Job Other Benifits
The salary package is Monthly BDT 35,759, including all admissible benefits. Yearly increments and other benefits will be provided as per the organization's policy.