Job Description

Title: Head of Finance & Accounts

Company Name: NGO Forum for Public Health

Vacancy: 1

Location: Dhaka

Minimum Salary: Negotiable

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

Published: 13 Aug 2024

Requirements:

Additional Requirements:
∎ Minimum of 10 years post qualification experience in national/international NGOs/donor/development agency
∎ Experience in the use of financial management accounting packages (knowledge of Tally Software would be a strong advantage)
∎ Proficiency in the Microsoft applications
∎ Strong analytical and problem solving skills including managing and interpreting large data sets
∎ Proven ability to work under pressure and think laterally in dealing with a wide range of financial issues
∎ Ability to manage staff and deliver results through a team
∎ Strong interpersonal; communication; and negotiation skills with staff and stakeholders
∎ High motivation with a proven ability to work with minimal supervision
∎ A very high standard of personal integrity
∎ A high standard in English, both spoken and written
∎ Strong background and knowledge of government regulations and laws, public sector accounting and financial procedures and regulations surrounding international funding is desirable
∎ Person with disability are encouraged to apply

Responsibilities & Context:
∎ The Head of Finance & Accounts is a key staff member of the senior management team who reports to the Executive Director and closely work with the Head of Departments/Projects in the organization.
∎ Lead the day-to-day financial management system ensuring effective and efficient control of financial resources of the organization and management & control of operation of Finance & Accounts Department.
∎ Ensure accurate and complete recording of financial transaction for the organization as well as different project and programmes.
∎ Participate actively in senior management decision-making process including attendance at senior management meetings.
∎ Carry on overall responsibility for annual budget preparation, ongoing monitoring of expenditure against budget including reporting of variance analysis on quarterly basis and report to the Management.
∎ Prepare and deliver quarterly/annual financial statements of the organization and share with the NGO Forum Management, the Executive Committee and General Committee for the purpose of Board Meeting and AGM Carry on the responsibility for the day to day management and administration of the financial management system using Tally Software.
∎ Ensure the organization is compliant with regulatory of the Tax & VAT rules, and returns completed within statutory deadline.
∎ Ensure the organization is compliant with the Staff Fund Management and their audit and other compliances.
∎ Ensure the safeguarding of the organizational assets. Provide the Executive Committee with necessary financial information within agreed timelines and strategic advice to enable them to manage the organization effectively.
∎ Manage key relationship with both external and internal auditors to ensure appropriate accounting standards, policies and procedures that comply with all statutory and regulatory requirements both for the Organization and different Projects.
∎ Prepare draft response to External Auditor's Findings Report for consideration by the Executive Director Review accounting & financial policies and make recommendations to the Board.
∎ Develop and maintain good relations with donors to secure funding at appropriate times in consultation with the Executive Director and ensure timely approval of the donors grant from NGO Affairs Bureau.
∎ Ensure the investment of the organizational fund with maximum return.
∎ Ensure adequate financial reporting system operate to meet internal and external stakeholder and Donor's requirements.
∎ Ensure proper financial internal control exist and procurement policies regularly reviewed and monitored.
∎ Ensure that financial procedures are regularly reviewed and updated as necessary.
∎ Ensure the supportive supervision and leadership role to enhance the team spirit within the Finance & Accounts Department.
∎ Perform any and all such reasonable additional tasks that the organization may assign.
∎ NGO Forum for Public Health is looking for an experienced Head of Finance & Accounts having a strong background in financial management in NGO Sector/donor agencies/international organization and who is able to provide leadership and direction to the finance and accounts team of the organization.
∎ The Head of Finance & Accounts is a key staff member of the senior management team who reports to the Executive Director and closely work with the Head of Departments/Projects in the organization.
∎ Lead the day-to-day financial management system ensuring effective and efficient control of financial resources of the organization and management & control of operation of Finance & Accounts Department.
∎ Ensure accurate and complete recording of financial transaction for the organization as well as different project and programmes.
∎ Participate actively in senior management decision-making process including attendance at senior management meetings.
∎ Carry on overall responsibility for annual budget preparation, ongoing monitoring of expenditure against budget including reporting of variance analysis on quarterly basis and report to the Management.
∎ Prepare and deliver quarterly/annual financial statements of the organization and share with the NGO Forum Management, the Executive Committee and General Committee for the purpose of Board Meeting and AGM Carry on the responsibility for the day to day management and administration of the financial management system using Tally Software.
∎ Ensure the organization is compliant with regulatory of the Tax & VAT rules, and returns completed within statutory deadline.
∎ Ensure the organization is compliant with the Staff Fund Management and their audit and other compliances.
∎ Ensure the safeguarding of the organizational assets. Provide the Executive Committee with necessary financial information within agreed timelines and strategic advice to enable them to manage the organization effectively.
∎ Manage key relationship with both external and internal auditors to ensure appropriate accounting standards, policies and procedures that comply with all statutory and regulatory requirements both for the Organization and different Projects.
∎ Prepare draft response to External Auditor's Findings Report for consideration by the Executive Director Review accounting & financial policies and make recommendations to the Board.
∎ Develop and maintain good relations with donors to secure funding at appropriate times in consultation with the Executive Director and ensure timely approval of the donors grant from NGO Affairs Bureau.
∎ Ensure the investment of the organizational fund with maximum return.
∎ Ensure adequate financial reporting system operate to meet internal and external stakeholder and Donor's requirements.
∎ Ensure proper financial internal control exist and procurement policies regularly reviewed and monitored.
∎ Ensure that financial procedures are regularly reviewed and updated as necessary.
∎ Ensure the supportive supervision and leadership role to enhance the team spirit within the Finance & Accounts Department.
∎ Perform any and all such reasonable additional tasks that the organization may assign.

Compensation & Other Benefits:
∎ As per Human Resource Policies & Procedures of NGO Forum for Public Health.

Employment Status: Full Time

Job Location: Dhaka

Read Before Apply: APPLICATION PROCESS • Interested persons are requested to apply with a complete CV with contact mobile / telephone number and a copy of recent passport size photograph. NGO Forum is an equal opportunity employer and also encourages applications from qualified female candidates. • Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert early. • Application must be submitted through online by clicking on Apply Online Button. Note: Application sent by email will not be considered. Only short-listed candidates shall be contacted. References will be taken and background and Anti-terrorism checks will be carried out in conformity with NGO Forum's Safeguarding policy of Children and Adults and Anti-Money Laundering Policy & Prevention of Terrorist Financing ATTENTION: • NGO Forum aims to attract and select a diverse workforce ensuring equal opportunity to everyone irrespective of race, age, gender, class, ethnicity, disability, location and religion. • NGO Forum is committed to ensuring that wherever we work there is no tolerance for the abuse of power, privilege or trust. • NGO Forum reinforces a culture of zero tolerance towards any form of inappropriate behaviour, abuse, harassment, or exploitation of any kind. • All employees are expected to abide by the Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse & Child Protection Policy of NGO Forum. • The safeguarding of our beneficiaries, staff, volunteers and anyone working on our behalf is our top priority, and we take our responsibilities seriously.

Company Information:
∎ NGO Forum for Public Health
∎ 4/6, Block-E, Lalmaita, Dhaka - 1207

Address::
∎ 4/6, Block-E, Lalmaita, Dhaka - 1207

Application Deadline: 20 Aug 2024

Category: NGO/Development