Finance Officer

DUE: 09 JUNE 2023

Type Of Contract

Fixed Term Contract

Deadline

09/06/2023

About

Zimbabwe Health Interventions (ZHI) is a not-for-profit human development organisation which is registered as a Private Voluntary Organisation (PVO 17/22). ZHI’s mission is to develop and deliver innovative and sustainable high-impact, integrated health interventions to the communities we serve, while working with and strengthening existing institutions.

Basic Function

Working under the supervision of the Financial Analyst, the Finance Officer’s primary role is to support the Finance Department with standard fiscal operating procedures linked to: financial reporting, financial record keeping; preparation of the monthly financial reports; processing of travel and general procurement related invoices, claims, advances etc. S/he shall also serve as a support to the Finance team in terms of establishment of vendor accounts as well as partaking in necessary vendor liaison linked to procurement exercises. S/he shall conduct general financial functions as requested in support of the maintenance of an updated and easily accessible filing system.

Job Description

• Work closely with the Finance and Operations team to ensure smooth operation of all financial matters;
• Ensure that all financial data for the office is recorded in the financial system accurately, timely and completely;
• Ensure the integrity and quality of the data in the financial database. This includes and is not limited to reviewing, analysis of the various general ledger accounts and alert relevant staff of any irregularities;
• Support both internal and external audits and financial reviews;
• Prepares financial dashboard for the organization;
• Computation and reconciliation of monthly Indirect Costs;
• Assist the Financial Analyst with preparation of monthly financial reports;
• Ensuring that all transactions are adequately authorized and properly supported;
• Assist with ensuring that all month-end entries are captured in the accounting system;
• Monthly reconciliation of Interfund Transactions and corporate bank account;
• Processes invoices from sub-awardees, consultants and other vendors, and processes travel expense reports for the corporate level staff;
• Process payments at corporate level;
• Payroll processing;
• Preparation of monthly labor allocation schedules;
• Sending of payment confirmation to the Administration team and following up on invoices and receipts for processed payments;
• Provide technical assistance and capacity building to technical staff, including interpretation of policies, setting up of systems and resolution of outstanding issues;
• Assist with the preparation of month-end close reports;
• Conduct other general finance office functions as may be requested.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• A customer-friendly attitude and an ability to cope with work-related stress;
• Proven proactive skills in identifying cost savings, cost avoidance and efficiency opportunities;
• Ability to develop effective work plan and priorities in order to meet business objectives;
• Demonstrated expertise in building effective relationship with key internal customers and other stakeholders;
• Demonstrated knowledge in pricing, contracts negotiations, conflict resolutions, policies and procedures;
• Good analytical, numerical and mature problem-solving skills;
• Ability to adapt easily to changing needs and patterns of work;
• Excellent report writing and documentation skills;
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications such as MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint;
• Demonstrated experience in working with accounting packages such as Pastel, AccPac, Quick Books or any other accounting software;
• Ability to manage and work under pressure with minimal supervision;
• Good team player, positive attitude, flexible mind, comfortable in working in a multi-cultural setting;
• Strong sense of ethics, integrity, credibility, and respect for diversity;
• Ability to communicate effectively with staff and management with diplomacy and firmness.

Qualifications And Experience

• Degree in Accounting, Finance and Business Administration or equivalent, coupled with 3 years post qualification relevant experience;
• Graduate of ACCA, CIMA, ICSA, SAA, IAC or any other relevant professional qualification with 3 years post qualification will be an added advantage;
• Familiarity with U.S. Government grants or other donor funded programs;
• Contracting and auditing standards as they apply to effective management of multi-year funds will be an added advantage.

TO APPLY

Step 1: Click here to complete the job application form.
Step 2: Submit your CV and application letter via email to recruitment@zhi.co.zw clearly indicating the position you are applying for on the subject of the email.

During the application process, ZHI will not charge any fee nor will it require any payment for an application to be considered. ZHI is an equal opportunity employer and employs personnel without regard to race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, language, citizenship, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, physical handicap or financial ability.