We are seeking to appoint a full-time Finance Manager with a good level of experience in finance, accounting, and auditing. The role is to support project finance management, requesting, reporting, reconciling, and dealing with issues of finance in FBS-Ethiopia, Haramaya University. Foodborne Disease Surveillance-Ethiopia (FBS-E) is a collaboration between Haramaya University, Ethiopian Public Health Institute, Denmark Technical University, George Washington University, and Missouri State University.
\nThis post holder will oversee all finance for a 4-year externally funded project, ensuring that all financial transactions are appropriate and recorded, and in line with the donor guidelines. He\/she will work closely with the Haramaya University head of Finance to set up appropriate project bank accounts, subaward contracts, and ensure payment to all subawards. The position holder will work closely with the project PI and the project manager to coordinate training and workshops, and disperse payments in accordance with donors\u2019 compliance policies.
\nThe projects operate in four different HDSS sites (Hararghe, Arba Minch, Butajira, and Debre Berhan). The post-holder will be responsible for working closely with partners in handling finance, following project milestones, adhering to policies and regulations of funders, report summaries. The person will also work with Haramaya University cashiers in disbursing petty cash and making purchases. The post-holder will closely work with the university\u2019s finance and accounting department.
\nHaramaya University, Oromia, Ethiopia
\nHaramaya University is one of the oldest Universities in Ethiopia, with its first intake in 1954. It is about 17km from the city of Harar, 40km from Dire Dawa (where there is a regional airport), and 510km East of Addis Ababa. The College of Health and Medical Sciences is based on a campus in Harar town to facilitate training of students in nearby hospitals.
\nFOODBORNE DISEASE SURVEILLANCE-ETHIOPIA (FBS-E)
\nThe FBS-E project collects longitudinal data from the general population using the HDSS sites. This project will use this platform to implement an integrated FBD surveillance system, building on the existing district health information system (DHIS2) and collecting additional relevant data for control and prevention of FBDs. The surveillance data will eventually be integrated into the current surveillance database system at the Ethiopian Public Health Institute. The system will be sustained through establishing a formal collaboration of stakeholders within the country.
\nJOB DESCRIPTION
\nPost: Finance manager
\nLocation: Harar
\nResponsible to: Project PI
\nFull Time\/Part Time\/Casual: Full-time
\nDuration of contract: : 4 years
\nSalary: Negotiable
\nPrincipal Duties and Responsibilities
\nThe post holder will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of finance and accounting, including budgeting, payments, reconciliation, reporting, and forecasting. This role requires close collaboration with the project team in Harar and other locations as needed. The individual will also be responsible for creating and utilizing a financial management platform, along with the necessary processes and systems, to support both technical and operational functions.
\nKey Responsibilities<\/p>\n
Work on the project\u2019s budget to align with rules and requirements
\nMonitor overall financial performance, including partners
\nAlerts PIs\/leaders on potential deviations in performance
\nReports on monthly, quarterly, annual, and project end-of-line financial performances
\nAdvise PIs\/Leaders in good time in the course of project milestones
\nWork closely with partners and partner financial offices in supplying necessary information and reports
\nMake sure expenses are in line with agreements made and are proper.
\nWork closely with the university\u2019s finance and accounting department.
\nKeep an accurate database of finances and produce evidence at any time requested
\nReview payment requests for accuracy, completeness, compliance, level of authorization, and clarity on the invoices.
\nReview disbursement requests for accuracy, documentation, and validity; effect payment to the right vendor from the project.
\nReview accounts regularly to ensure the balances are complete and accurate;
\nAssure accuracy of supporting documentation for accounting records;
\nEngage in monthly monitoring of salaries and arrange timely payment of salaries.
\nFollow up and control payable and receivable accounts.
\nReceives original transaction documents, checks completeness and correctness, and passes them to the immediate supervisor.
\nParticipates in the preparation of draft financial statements.
\nAssists the project manager in the Implementation of the internal control system and the financial procedures manual of the organization.<\/p>\n
This job description outlines the current requirements of the position; however, it may be revised in the future as duties and responsibilities evolve, with full consultation with the employee in the role. The employee may also be asked to perform other reasonable duties, tasks, or responsibilities in addition to their regular duties.<\/p>\n
About You<\/p>\n
PERSON SPECIFICATION
\nEssential requirements<\/p>\n
Master of Arts in Accounting and Finance
\nSeven years of relevant work experience
\nExcellent verbal, written, and communication skills in English, Amharic, and Afaan Oromo
\nEase of using computers with mastery of application software such as MS Word, MS Windows, and MS Excel.
\nAbility to compose professional communication
\nGood level of experience working on internationally funded projects<\/p>\n
Desirable requirements<\/p>\n
Strong set of personal values, including integrity, honesty, and a desire to be of service
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