Finance Manager

Job Specification:

• Prepare yearly work plan and cash plan of the individual cells under the project and ensure their timely submission and approval.
• Prepare and submit yearly NIS statements and quarterly demands for timely allocation and release of funds.
• Update monthly physical and financial progress on iPAS.
• Prepare project’s physical and financial progress reports for Monthly/Quarterly/Yearly Review Meetings.
• Handle all financial matters related to meetings, workshops, and seminars organized under the project.
• Prepare payment requests/travel claims with supporting documentation and liaise with government organizations/donors for payment follow-ups.
• Maintain project petty expenses, ensure entries in petty cash register, and maintain general ledger for project accounts.
• Provide support in tender documentation, bid dissemination, bid tabulation, and ensure quality and quantity of goods before delivery; receive and verify invoices and initiate payment requests.
• Handle all administrative issues including processing of salaries, maintaining financial records, and managing filing systems.
• Manage inventory of both expendable and non-expendable project items.
• Liaise with AGPR, Planning Commission, and Finance Division for project-related queries.
• Perform any other tasks assigned by management.

Qualifications:

• MS/BS in Finance, Accounting, Management, or MBA from an HEC-recognized university; OR
• Professional Qualifications such as CA, ICMA, ACCA (part-qualified or fully qualified, as per role requirement);
• Candidates with strong academic background in financial management, auditing, cost & management accounting, or business administration will be preferred.

Experience:

• At least 12 years of relevant post-qualification experience in project administration, financial management, and procurements under PSDP or donor-funded projects.
• Working experience with UN/International agencies and the Ministry of Climate Change will be preferred.