Overview
The post holder will contribute to the regular processing of the accounting of the Country Office and ensure all appropriate posting and reconciliation are done in time for month-end closure and review by the Finance Leadership. Will ensure compliance with Save the Children procedure and accounting policy.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in reviewing and recording payments for the Country Office.
- Assist in writing checks and prepare bank transfer letters.
- Ensure all required supporting documents are properly prepared, stamped, signed and archived.
- Support in reviewing and recording staff payments for travel and expenses.
- Distribute checks to suppliers, consultants, and contractors.
- Enter journal vouchers into the Agresso system.
- Record payment vouchers and cash received in the bank tracking sheet.
- Handle transfer letters to banks and obtain monthly bank statements.
- Assist in managing cash flow.
- Prepare and record internal cash transfers.
- Assist in end-month bank reconciliation.
- Assist with physical asset counts and the preparation of documents for year-end closeout.
- Review finance files for audit readiness.
- Support annual audit work and award-specific audits.
- Scan all documents for audit purposes.
- Provide technical assistance, training, orientation, and support to new staff on finance procedure for payment and claims.
- Conduct orientation sessions and training to finance and non-finance staff on Agresso and the coding systems.
Required Experience
- At least two-years’ experience within the finance department of a national or international organization.
- Strong experience of accounting and bookkeeping procedures.
- Familiarity with computerised accounting systems.
- Experience of computerised accounts packages, Excel, PowerPoint and Word.
Qualifications
• BA degree in Accounting, Finance or equivalent field.
