Position: Finance Officer

Job Description:

The Finance Officer will work under the direct supervision of the Regional Finance Supervisor, handling tasks such as voucher preparation, advancing funds to employees, maintaining a proper filing system, reconciling advances, cash counts, and recording all cash transactions.

Key Responsibilities and Duties:

- Record expenses in the cash register, verify expense reports, and ensure closing cash balance matches the cash count.

- Review all bills and invoices, prepare vouchers within two days (ensuring all supporting documents are attached), and obtain necessary approvals and signatures.

- Prepare summary allocations and translate invoices, quotations, and other supporting documents.

- Scan vouchers weekly and monthly.

- Process daily payments and deduct taxes, ensuring timely tax submission to the government.

- Issue and reconcile advances to employees for official purposes.

- Complete monthly bank reconciliations.

- Work with the administration department to obtain quotations as needed.

- Conduct weekly cash counts, ensuring accurate records are maintained.

- Ensure all cash in the safe matches the cashbook and is ready for surprise audits.

- Accurately document entries in the cashbook with the correct budget lines.

- Obtain approval from the finance head for all payments before processing.

- Prepare bank transfer letters, ensuring all information matches supplier or admin-provided details.

- Travel to field sites to manage expenses related to mitigation projects or program costs.

- Perform any additional duties assigned by the line manager.

Job Requirements:

- Education: University degree or diploma in accounting, finance, business administration, or related fields.

- Experience:Mi nimum of 2 years in finance and accounting.

- Skills:

 - Proficient in English and local languages (speaking, reading, and writing).

 - Advanced skills in Excel, Word, and knowledge of financial software (QuickBooks, ERP) are advantageous.

 - Adaptability, positive attitude, resilience under pressure, and a strong commitment to the role.

 - Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work in a diverse and professional environment.

Application Instructions: 

Interested candidates meeting the requirements should submit a cover letter and CV to: hr.akaha@akdn.org

Important Notes:

- Include the vacancy title and number (Finance Officer BGL/11/24/167) in the email subject line.

- Supporting documents (diplomas, IDs, etc.) are not required at this stage.

- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further steps.

Salary

 As per Aga Khan Agency for Habitat (AKAH) salary scale.

Female applicants are encouraged to apply. AKAH’s recruitment process supports equal opportunity, child safeguarding, and zero tolerance for harassment. All information provided will be kept confidential.

Application Email: 

hr.akaha@akdn.org