Finance Technical Assistant -Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Generic responsibilities

1. Adhere to NRC policies, tools, handbooks and guidelines
2. Assist with the implementation of the support function portfolio according to plan of action
3. Prepare and develop status reports as required by management
4. Ensure proper filing of financial documents according to NRC standards and the Securing Supporting Documents (SSD) policy
5. Promote and share ideas for improvement of the support function
6. Support project staff in financial matters

Specific responsibilities

• Check supplier’s invoices and ensure that the supporting documents meet NRC standards before payment, and ensure timely payments
• Assist in the month-end accounting closing process, ensuring the accuracy and completeness of the ledger and all supporting documentation.
• Ensure all documents are copied, scanned, filed and original and submit to CO finance monthly
• Assist in preparing monthly financial reports and submit all relevant documents to country office monthly
• Assist in ensuring cash in bank and cash boxes
• Ensure that all taxes and other government payments are settled monthly
• Follow up the day-to-day responsibility of managing petty cash and cheque payments
• Assist with preparation of payment vouchers for cash and cheques and ensure timely settlements of all invoices
• Assist the Finance Coordinator to perform cash and bank reconciliation
• Assist with payments of labor or other activities in camps or communities as required
• Maintain open communication with all staff and others for all financial clarifications.

Generic professional competencies: 

• Minimum 1 years’ experience in related field
• BA in Accounting/Finance or similar field
• Previous experience from working in complex and volatile contexts
• Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities
• Knowledge about own skills/profile
• Knowledge of English, both written and verbal.