Project Finance Officer - INCLUDE projectnew

Job Description

Responsibilities

Financial Management: Prepares and supervises the preparation of financial analysis regarding Advances, based on organization and donors’ procedures. Ensures that books of accounts are maintained checks, receipts, vouchers, and other financial documents are kept properly and that they are safeguarded against misuse. Review petty cash payments and ensure timely replenishment.

Budget Management: support annual budgeting and revisions; forecasting and reforecasting; budget-versus-actual analysis; variance analysis and corrective action plans; expenditure/depletion monitoring; commitment tracking; cost allocation; cash-flow planning; partner budget oversight; donor budget compliance; budget modifications/reallocations; pipeline and funding-gap analysis.

Financial Reporting: Support monthly, quarterly and annual financial reporting; donor financial reports; statutory and corporate financial statements; project closure reports; reconciliations; revenue recognition; receivables and payables; foreign-exchange gains/losses; audit schedules; IPSAS or applicable accounting-framework compliance; data quality and integrity; ERP reporting; and timely follow-up of audit findings.

Capacity Building: finance capacity assessments; structured training plans; coaching and mentoring; partner financial-management strengthening; training on donor rules and procedures; budgeting and forecasting skills; internal-control awareness; fraud prevention; development of SOPs, tools and templates; post-training assessments; and monitoring whether capacity-building interventions result in improved performance.

Risk Management: enterprise and project financial-risk assessments; risk registers; fraud and corruption risk; partner fiduciary risk; tax and statutory compliance; and periodic monitoring of risks.

Data Entry: Verification of Invoices in line with the approved Concept Notes, Terms of References and Contracts. Data entry of financial transaction in the SBD after detailed review of financial documents of payments. Updating the payment information in SBD in a weekly basis.

Filling /Maintain Proper Documentation: Ensure all financial documents are labelled, stamped with “PAID” marks, and make sure all transactions have been properly identified ((or invoices voucher; and for journals transactions number). Arrange all financial documents for internal as well as external auditors up on request.

Compliance and Internal Controls: Ensure compliance with organizational financial policies, procedures, and donor regulations. Implement and maintain effective internal controls to safeguard assets and prevent fraud. Coordinate with auditors during internal and external audits

Stakeholder Coordination: Collaborate with program managers and other departments to provide financial guidance and support. Liaise with external stakeholders, including banks, vendors, and donors, to resolve financial issues and ensure smooth operations.

Staff Management: Supervises and supports the Finance Officer and the Accounts Clerk. Orients, trains, and coaches the Finance Officer and Accounts Analyst. Completes all performance management activities including performance planning, monitoring, and annual performance appraisals.

Qualifications

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• Partial/ Full professional course (ACCA/ CPA/ CIMA)  is an added advantage
• A minimum of 5 years’ related experience in financial management, preferably in a field office or non-profit organization.
• Strong knowledge of financial accounting principles and practices.
• Proficiency in financial software and MS Office applications.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.

Additional Information

Key Competencies 

Accuracy: The ability to work accurate and diligent, with an eye for detail aimed at preventing mistakes.

Controlling progress: The ability to control the progress of employees’ processes, tasks, activities and of one’s own work and responsibilities.

Problem analysis: The ability to detect problems, recognise important information and link various data to trace potential causes and look for relevant details.

Integrity: Adherence to the standards, values and rules of conduct associated with one’s position and the culture in which one operates. Being incorruptible.

Result orientation: The ability to take direct action in order to attain or exceed objectives.  

 

How to apply

If you believe that your credentials meet the outlined profile, we invite you to apply by uploading your CV and motivation letter in English on Smart Recruiters. Deadline is Wednesday 29th July 2026.

Working at SNV

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