Finance Assistant x2

Lusaka, Zambia

Full-time

Contract type: National employment contract

Company Description

SNV is a not-for-profit international development organization, working in Agriculture, Energy, and Water, Sanitation & Hygiene. Founded in the Netherlands in 1965, we have built a long-term, local presence in more than 30 countries in Asia, Africa and Latin America. Our global team of local and international advisors works with local partners to equip communities, businesses and organizations with the tools, knowledge and connections they need to increase their incomes and gain access to basic services – empowering them to break the cycle of poverty and guide their own development

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

Assist in preparing of cash flow forecasts and fund requests in line with activity plans.

Assist in the production of monthly financial project reports

Process payments for suppliers and program activities.

Timely review, follow up and reconciliation of cash and travel advances for staff with valid documentation supported within stipulated period.

Receive and review project activity requests, ensure that they are approved and processed on time.

Prepare payment vouchers and ensure that all payments are made in line with accepted procedures

Prepare other journals for approval by Country Finance Manager and posted in SAP by Design

Ensure that all funds received for the office are promptly receipted and deposited.

Ensure that inventory records, requests and deliveries are appropriately processed and maintained.

Assist in preparation of periodic (monthly, quarterly and annual) financial reports for the project and donors.

Assist in preparation of periodic audit exercise for projects (internal and external audits).

Undertake proper filling of finance and office documentation including vouchers and ensure safe keeping at all times.

Assist Procurement and Logistics Manager in carrying routine asset verification exercise.

Preparation of Bank Reconciliation for the project Bank accounts.

Maintenance of Petty Cash and Petty Cash Books

Perform any other assigned duties by the supervisor.

Qualifications

Qualification requirements

Diploma in finance or related field;

Professional accounting qualifications up to final level;

At least 3 years relevant working experience in a project organisation, experience within an international organisation is an advantage;

At least 3 years relevant working experience in financial accounting of which 2 years in project accounting;

Excellent communication and organization skills;

Fluency in English is required

Experience with SAP (SAP by Design; SAP R3 or other), though not mandatory, will be an advantage;

Pro-active and supportive team player

Additional Information

How to apply

Please apply by clicking on the “I AM INTERESTED” tab on this page  and should be submitted by 5th December 2019.