Job Description:

Primary Responsibilities and Duties:

- Perform monthly financial data closure by set deadlines.

- Ensure timely, accurate financial reporting to donors, provincial government bodies, and the central office.

- Oversee the finance department, including Accounts, Treasury, Reporting, and Compliance.

- Prepare, manage, and monitor organizational and donor-specific budgets.

- Review financial processes regularly, providing reports and recommendations to local management and the central office.

- Generate Monthly Information System reports.

- Prepare monthly funding requests.

- Manage and operate the organization’s financial system.

- Archive all vouchers as per organizational policy, in both soft and hard copies.

- Support capacity building of subordinates based on timelines and criteria agreed with the central office’s Finance department.

- Conduct periodic assessments of the Internal Control System and provide written reports to local and central management.

- Undertake other tasks as needed by local and central management.

Main Accountabilities:

- Maintain a corruption-free environment and ensure adherence to organizational policies and procedures across all departments.

- Manage treasury operations separately for various donors and projects.

- Ensure all procurement follows organizational policies and includes all necessary documentation.

- Fulfill any additional departmental responsibilities related to this role.

Job Requirements:

Education:

A bachelor’s degree in finance or economics, or an equivalent finance certification recognized by the relevant higher education authority in Afghanistan or abroad.

Work Experience:

At least 10 years of full-time experience in accounting and finance, alongside a bachelor's degree in finance or economics (or equivalent certification). Training in financial reporting and proficiency in financial software (e.g., QuickBooks) is required. Advanced skills in Excel are essential, and knowledge of audit processes and their outcomes is important.

Personal Attributes:

- A blend of autocratic and democratic management styles.

- Honest, accountable, and modest.

- Energetic, eager to learn, and focused on contribution rather than attendance.

- Willingness to work beyond regular hours, including weekends, to meet deadlines.

Submission Instructions:

Qualified candidates who meet the criteria should submit their applications and CVs through this link: 

Note:

Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, and the position may be filled before the closing date once sufficient qualified applications are received.

Aga Khan Health Service, Afghanistan is committed to promoting diversity and providing equal employment opportunities to all candidates, regardless of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, language, marital status, origin, political affiliation, religion, sex, or social status.  

Gender Equality:

Women are encouraged to apply.

Environmental Responsibility:  

AKHS is focused on reducing its environmental impact and aims to achieve net-zero carbon operations by 2030. We encourage applicants with experience or an interest in environmental sustainability to apply.

Zero Tolerance Policy:  

AKHS enforces a zero-tolerance policy regarding behaviors inconsistent with its values, including sexual exploitation, abuse, harassment, authority abuse, and discrimination. Child safeguarding principles are strictly followed. Successful candidates will undergo thorough background checks and reference verification.

Transparent Recruitment Process:

AKHS ensures a transparent, open, and fair recruitment process. Any follow-up during the recruitment process by applicants may result in disqualification.

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