Uttaran

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Summary

Vacancy: 1
Location: Satkhira
Experience: At least 5 years
Published: 20 Feb 2025

Requirements

Education

Bachelor/Honors, Masters

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. (CACC will be preferred as advantage)

Experience

At least 5 years

Additional Requirements

Experience: At least 5 years of experience in financial management, preferably in the development sector.
Skills:
Strong knowledge of IAS and BAS accounting systems.
Proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Office applications.
Excellent reporting, analytical, and organizational skills.
Ability to independently manage audits and prepare responses.
Compliance Knowledge: Familiarity with VAT, tax, and government regulations in Bangladesh.
Interpersonal Skills: Strong communication and team collaboration abilities.
Women candidates are highly encouraged to apply.
Employment Status: Contractual- Fixed Term.

Responsibilities & Context

Job Context

Uttaran is an NGO working in Bangladesh since 1985 to uphold rights and entitlements and to improve the socio-economic condition of the poor and disadvantaged community people. Uttaran is a people-centered organization using a rights-based approach to alleviate poverty, diversify livelihood opportunities and empower poor communities of Bangladesh.
Uttaran invites applications for the vacant position titled – Finance and Accounts Associate for the “Empowering Climate Migrants and At-Risk Communities: Enhancing Access to Public Resources, Services, and Policy Influence for Resilience Building” Project
Reports to: Coordinator A & F, Uttaran

Job Responsibilities

The Finance and Accounts associate will manage financial operations to ensure smooth and compliant implementation of the Project and other organizational initiatives. Key responsibilities include:
Financial Planning and Reporting
Analyze profitability by comparing actuals with forecasts.
Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial plans following the approved budget.
Develop financial projections for the Project and submit cash requisitions to donors.
Generate accurate and timely financial reports for internal and external stakeholders.
Create on-demand financial reports as required by Uttaran’s management and donors.
Assist to ensure timely basis audit for donor and NGO Affairs Bureau.
Compliance and Risk Management
Ensure compliance with IAS and BAS accounting systems in project operations.
Follow updated VAT, tax, and revenue compliance as per Bangladesh government regulations.
Deposit VAT and tax to the government treasury within deadlines.
Monitor procurement processes to ensure policy and compliance adherence before payment.
Conduct internal audits and respond to audit observations by preparing management responses.
Financial Operations and Record Maintenance
Manage daily financial transactions and maintain books of accounts.
Preserve and organize all financial documents, including vouchers, ledgers, bills, and reports.
Maintain and update inventory and asset registers in line with organizational policies.
Safeguard cash, bank cheques, audit reports, agreements, and other sensitive documents.
Team Collaboration and Capacity Building
Orient project team members on financial policies, norms, and compliance requirements.
Participate in staff coordination meetings, share financial updates, and plan accordingly.
Collaborate with programmatic teams to verify expenditures and monitor project activities.
Support Uttaran’s management and donors with regular coordination and communication.

Skills & Expertise

Analytical Skill

Organizational Skills

Reporting skill

Compensation & Other Benefits

Salary: 46,500 BDT to 50,000 BDT per month (Including Festival bonus, PF, Gratuity etc.) Actual Salary is depending as per currency rate gain/loss.
Compensation & other benefits: As per Uttaran’s Policy and Project Design.

Employment Status

Contractual

Job Location

Satkhira

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