Finance Officer - Organization for Child Development and Transformation /CHADET/

Organization for Child Development and Transformation /CHADET/ would like to hire a professional for the following posts.

Position title: Finance Officer (GEC project)

Position Level: VIII

Duty Station: Head Office, Addis Ababa

Reports to: Finance Manager

Posting Date: March 23, 2014

Subject to the financial guideline of the organization and the directives given to him/her from the Finance Manager, the Finance Officer shall be responsible for organizing, systematizing and administering the finance section of the organization in general and GEC project budget in - particular with the following duties and responsibilities:-

1. Ensure the proper observance of the financial and material management guidelines, policies and Procedures of the organization;

2. Prepare the budget of the organization and when approved administer the same;

3. Ensure that all payments to and by the organization are effected in accordance with the rules and guidelines of the organization;

4. Maintain proper accounting system and ensure that all books and accounting documents are• kept properly.

5. Ensure the proper disbursement and liquidation of petty cash is made; -

6. Ensure efficient and timely utilization of project budget and submit status report to his/her supervisor;

7. Serve as a member of the purchasing committee of the organization

8. Co-sign checks as per the delegation given to him/her;

9. Submit periodic financial reports to the Finance Manager and all concerned government and donor agencies;

10. Facilitate the periodic audit of the organization; -

11. Oversee that the store operation is in accordance with the store procedures and undertake annual inventory and registration of fixed assets of the organization;

12. Design and implement internal controls and establish a reasonable and appropriate lead-time for ordering and delivery of goods;

13. Maintain records/authorization for fuel. Ensure that fuel is purchased in a timely manner. Ensure that fuel is properly stocked and efficiently dispensed;

14. Ensure proper tracking of all CHADET assets including maintenance of asset listing;

15. Carry out other duties as may be assigned by the Finance Manager.

Qualification:- BA degree in accounting, finance and relevant field of studies

Work Experience:- 4 yrs of experience as a finance head and an NGO experience is desirable

Salary:- Based on the Salary Scale of the Organization

Application procedure: Qualified applicant should only submit updated CV and cover letter within 7 working days from 23-03-2014 through either e-mail: hratchadet@gmail.com  or mail address.

Organization for Child Development and Transformation /CHADET/ P.o.Box 5854 Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Please note that: Female applicants are highly encouraged, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.