Finance Manager

People in Need (PIN) is an international non-governmental organization with its headquarters in Prague, Czech Republic. In its 20 years of history, PIN has worked in over 40 countries in relief, development and human rights and democracy support projects. People in Need is a member of the Alliance 2015 - European INGO Network. For more information please visit www.peopleinneed.cz .After the earthquake in Nepal in April 2015, PIN joined the emergency response to support the most affected communities in Nepal.

PIN is currently inviting applications for the position of: Finance Manager

Reporting to: Country Director

Duration:  Six months, with possibility of extension

Place of assignment:  Kathmandu

Starting date: September, 2017

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Finance manager will be responsible for ensuring the overall management of the Finance Department

• Responsibility for overall country programme economy (preparation of operational budget and its regular update, proper budgeting, cash flow and cost efficiency monitoring, Foreign exchange rate risk.
• Ensuring that PIN accounting practices, financial procedures and processes are in place.
• Supervision of the compliance of the processes and documentation with the local legal and administrative measures, with donors’ regulations and PIN internal rules.
• Responsibility for financial and project reporting to the donors and HQ.
• Overall responsibility for accurate, punctual and complete accounting data.
• Lead role in preparing for and managing annual audits, project audits and end of year reporting.
• Working closely with programme teams and senior management to ensure timely financial management reporting tools and other related financial issues.
• Close cooperation and coordination with other operational support departments, including Logistics and Human Resources.
• Responsibility for correct use of financial/administrative management systems and provision of training and support to all staff.
•  Line management of other members of the Finance Team.
• Other responsibilities as required.

Main requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in accountancy, finance or related discipline.
• Master’s degree in relevant field is desirable.
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience of working in a finance team.
• Previous experience of team management and supervision.
• Previous experience of using accounting and financial management software.
• Previous experience of working in an international development setting required.
• Previous experience of working with project partners and international donors preferred.
• Responsible, methodical with great attention to detail.
• Ability to manage a demanding workload and competing deadlines.
• Ability to work in difficult conditions and under pressure.
• Excellent communication and inter-personal skills.
• Experience of working in South Asia or Nepal preferred
• Experience from managing systems, logistics, administration or HR would be welcomed.
•  Advanced level of written and spoken English Language essential;
• Ability to speak Nepali Language an advantage.

We offer: 

Responsible and independent position

• Competitive salary according to PIN scale
• Work in an international team with prospects for career advancement
• On-job training and mentoring

HOW TO APPLY:

Interested applicants for the position should send their CV and cover letter as soon as possible via green button "APPLY" on following link: https://inhiro.com/job/id/12050. As a subject please use "Finance Manager - Nepal". Please apply before 31 August 2017.

Please note that only the short-listed candidates will be contacted. Thank you.

PIN promotes equal opportunities. Women, Janajati and Dalit candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.