Job Summary
Responsible for implementing, and coordinating all financial and budgetary aspects of programs as assigned in South Sudan; responsible for administrative field accounting, expenditures, bookkeeping and payroll related to the specific programs and projects as assigned.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage review of financial transactions and supporting documentation in an organized and professional manner.
- Ensure financial/accounting activity is carried out in accordance SP’s field accounting policies.
- Ensure adequate cash flow for operations and safety of financial resources at all Field sites, liaising with Field Accountants & Area Coordinators.
- Manage the reconciliation of cash at all sites on a weekly basis and investigate any over/under situations.
- Maintain close and cooperative working relationships with fellow financial staff, the Finance Manager and Area Coordinators.
- Supervision of Finance Officers and Field Accountant based in Juba and in Kenya.
- Provide support to Base Manager and/or Program Managers with regard to financial policies/practices and budget management as required.
- Identify areas for financial and administrative improvement and work to implement feasible improvements.
- Provide financial assistance to Program Managers during annual budget process.
- Assist with preparation of monthly bank reconciliation for all SP South Sudan Bank accounts in South Sudan & Kenya.
- Assist Finance Manager in preparing Journal Entries and finalizing all transactions and documentation related to the financial close process each month.
- Assist in facilitation of both internal and external audits.
- Work closely with the Grants department regarding budget proposals and agreements.
- Travel to the field periodically to provide finance and accounting support to Area Coordinators and finance staff.
- Assist with the review of local payroll and payroll taxes for all South Sudan field sites on a monthly basis.
- Maintain accuracy in financial records and perform other duties as assigned.
- Attend daily morning devotions and participate in prayer support for the ministry, its donors and volunteers.
- Maintain a strong Christian witness to colleagues, vendors, charitable beneficiaries, and the general public.
- Assess, manage, and report critical physical, emotional, or spiritual concerns of supervised staff.
- Follow all procedures provided by Finance Manager and Country Director.
Education / Experience Needed
- BSc in Public health / Nursing or Medicine. BA in social sciences is added advantage;
- At least 3 years clinical experience either in a facility base or community;
- 3 – 4 yrs. field experience in a resource - poor setting.
Skills Required
- Fluent in written and spoken English language;
- Excellent communication and organizational skills;
- Computer literate.
- Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment;
- Proficient computer skills (Microsoft Office);
- Able to make decisions.