Finance Manager

Finance Manager

Effective with the release of this position announcement, Winrock International is recruiting applicants for the Finance Manager for the KISAN II Project; responsibilities, duties and qualifications are described in the attached position description.  

GENERAL:
Winrock International is a nonprofit organization that works with people in the United States and around the world to increase economic opportunity, sustain natural resources, and protect the environment. Winrock matches innovative approaches in agriculture, natural resources management, clean energy, and leadership development with the unique needs of its partners. By linking local individuals and communities with new ideas and technology, Winrock is increasing long-term productivity, equity, and responsible resource management to benefit the poor and disadvantaged of the world.

SALARY: 
The annual salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. 

APPLICATIONS: 

Applicants must submit a cover letter and current CV to jobs.KISAN@winrock.org. Applicants should reference Finance Manager KISAN II by August 21, 2017. 

Winrock International is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

POSITION TITLE: Finance Manager (P5)

LOCATION: Kathmandu, Nepal

UNIT: Agriculture

REPORTS TO: Finance Director

PROGRAM SUMMARY: 

Winrock is seeking candidates for a Finance Manager to oversee day-to-day financial aspects of the Feed the Future Knowledge-based Integrated Sustainable Agriculture in Nepal II (KISAN II) project. The USAID/Nepal-funded KISAN II project is improving food security in twenty Hill and Terai districts in the Western, Mid-Western and Far-Western regions of the country and four districts in the Central region. The purpose of the project is to increase resilience, inclusiveness, and sustainability of income growth in the Feed the Future Zone of Influence. KISAN II will help lead firms, input suppliers, and private sector change agents catalyze agricultural productivity, competitive market systems, a stronger enabling environment, and business and literacy skills for households in two Zones of Influence.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage project office accounts and budget expenditures
• Works with Winrock staff in the regional and Home Office to develop and revise project manuals as necessary 
• Ensure subcontractors and project expenditures including procurement comply with USAID regulations
• Ensures project adheres to Winrock accounting policy
• Compiles monthly and quarterly financial reporting including field reports on all accounts
• Coordinate timely payment of staff
• Maintain adequate financial records and documents 
• Prepare budget requests and payment vouchers
• Monitors monthly financial performance in relation to budgets and forecasts, obligated funds, commitments, and advances to subs and consultants, and assist in preparing any necessary revisions 
• Provides detailed analysis of costs, budgets, contract, and funding agency requirements as needed
• Track and maintain VAT documentation
• Ensure project adherence to local laws, USAID regulations, and project agreement 

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQURIEMENTS:

Education: B.S. or equivalent university degree in Finance, Business Administration, or related field.

Experience: The ideal candidate will have the following experience:

• At least 6 years of experience in accounting of donor-funded programs (USAID experience strongly preferred)
• Familiarity with the USAID procurement process strongly desired
• Excellent computer software skills in MS Excel and Word
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written with fluency in English required.

Disclaimer: This position is contingent upon donor approval.