Overseeing critical responsibilities and ensuring operational excellence, the position demands diligent focus across several key domains. The role requires managing strategic initiatives, maintaining compliance with regulatory standards, and driving performance through measurable outcomes. Additionally, the incumbent will be responsible for fostering collaboration across teams, optimizing processes, and delivering high-quality results within established timelines. Strong leadership, analytical skills, and the ability to adapt to evolving business needs are essential for success in this capacity.
Financial Accounting and Treasury professionals are tasked with overseeing and managing an organization’s financial records, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and optimizing liquidity and cash flow. They play a critical role in financial reporting, maintaining accurate ledgers, reconciling accounts, and preparing detailed financial statements. Additionally, they collaborate with senior leadership to develop strategic financial plans, assess risks, and implement controls to safeguard assets. Proficiency in financial software, strong analytical skills, and a deep understanding of accounting principles and treasury operations are essential for success in these roles.
The finance team receives support through diligent review of documentation to ensure accuracy and completeness during invoice reconciliation on the ProS ave platform.
Compiles, authorizes, and processes Mesa payment vouchers to facilitate seamless transactions.
The position collaborates with the finance team to facilitate document filing and archiving, ensuring the protection of financial records while optimizing accessibility for future retrieval.
Compiles the General Ledger and Cash Offline Spreadsheets (PLACES), maintaining precise charge code accuracy.
Assists in conducting the monthly bank reconciliation process to ensure accuracy and alignment with financial records.
Facilitates the timely processing of monthly payroll statutory deductions to relevant regulatory authorities.
Compiles the General Ledger and Cash Offline Spreadsheet for integration into the financial system.
Ensure finance documents are promptly and accurately backed up within the Document Management System (DMS) to maintain data integrity and compliance.
Conducts weekly reconciliations of individual accounts or balance sheet accounts, compiling detailed schedules for submission to the Finance Officer for review.
Compiles necessary adjustments and reallocations for journal entries to ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance with accounting standards.
Collaborates effectively with audit-related obligations to ensure seamless execution and compliance with established standards.
Ensures strict adherence to SCI (Sensitive Compartmented Information) rules and regulations throughout the execution of daily responsibilities.
Performs additional tasks and responsibilities as designated by the supervisor.
Others
Manual payments are processed and entered into Pro-Save, followed by verification of approval for payment.
Assist in the meticulous organization and preservation of financial supporting documentation in compliance with established archiving protocols.
SKILLS AND Behaviors are the practical application of our organizational values. They define the essential competencies and professional attributes required for success in this role. Candidates should demonstrate proficiency in key areas aligned with these values, ensuring their approach reflects our core principles. Behaviors must align with our expectations, fostering a culture of collaboration, integrity, and continuous improvement.
Ensures a high standard of responsibility and ownership for all assigned tasks and projects, demonstrating reliability in meeting deadlines and achieving measurable outcomes. Maintains transparency by providing accurate updates and addressing any issues promptly to uphold accountability within the team and organization.
The individual demonstrates a strong sense of personal accountability by making informed decisions, optimizing resource allocation, and consistently achieving objectives while upholding and embodying the core values of Save the Children.
Accountability is a cornerstone of this role, as the position ensures team members and partners fulfill their obligations while empowering them to determine the most effective methods for delivery. The role fosters growth by offering targeted development opportunities to enhance performance and applies fair consequences when objectives remain unmet.
We seek candidates driven by a strong desire for growth and advancement in their careers. This role offers significant opportunities for skill development and career progression. Ideal candidates should possess a proactive mindset, a willingness to tackle challenges, and a commitment to continuous learning.
Establishes high-performance objectives for themselves and their team while demonstrating accountability for personal growth and fostering a culture of continuous development within the team.
They consistently articulate their personal vision for Save the Children and effectively rallies teams and individuals around that shared purpose, fostering motivation and commitment throughout the organization.
Future-focused and strategically minded, with a strong ability to conceptualize and execute plans on an international level.
We foster a collaborative environment where teamwork drives innovation and success. Engagement with colleagues across various departments is essential to achieve shared objectives and deliver exceptional results. Open communication and mutual support among team members are highly encouraged to cultivate a productive and cohesive workplace.
Develops and nurtures productive relationships with team members, colleagues, organizational affiliates, external partners, and key supporters to foster collaboration and alignment.
A commitment to diversity is essential, as it serves as a key driver of competitive advantage.
A strong communicator with excellent interpersonal skills, demonstrating approachability and active listening abilities, fostering an environment where open dialogue is encouraged and valued.
Creativity is essential as candidates must demonstrate an ability to think innovatively and develop fresh, impactful solutions. Originality in approach and the capacity to challenge conventional methods are highly valued. Applicants should showcase their creative problem-solving skills through past projects, ideas, or contributions in their portfolio or professional experience. A proactive mindset in exploring new perspectives and adapting to evolving challenges is also required.
Devises and fosters groundbreaking, inventive solutions to address challenges and opportunities.
Interested in embracing calculated risks while maintaining a disciplined approach to decision-making and strategic execution.
Integrity is a foundational requirement for this role, ensuring that all actions and decisions align with ethical principles and organizational values. Candidates must demonstrate unwavering honesty and transparency in their professional conduct, maintaining confidentiality where necessary and upholding a strong moral compass. A commitment to ethical behavior is essential to fostering trust with colleagues, stakeholders, and the broader community.
Demonstrates unwavering integrity while fostering an environment characterized by candid communication and full disclosure.
We seek a candidate with a minimum of three years of relevant professional experience in a similar role, demonstrated through a proven track record of success. The ideal applicant will hold a degree in a related field, complemented by specialized certifications or advanced training that enhance their expertise. Strong analytical skills, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment are essential. Proficiency in industry-standard software and tools is required, along with excellent communication and collaborative abilities to interface effectively across teams and stakeholders.
A bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, or an equivalent qualification, or a Professional Accounting certification is required.
With a minimum of one year of hands-on experience in accounting—ideally within a not-for-profit setting—you will bring a solid foundation of financial expertise to our team.
Highly proficient in utilizing Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft applications, demonstrating advanced computer fluency.
Proficiency in using computerized accounting systems is required.
Proficient in collecting and analyzing data, conducting thorough examinations, and deriving logical solutions to problems while operating independently with minimal oversight.
Demonstrated capacity to manage demanding and high-pressure workloads effectively.
Maintaining the utmost integrity and demonstrating an unwavering commitment to combating corruption are essential.
Demonstrates exceptional interpersonal abilities with a proven capacity to collaborate effectively across all departments within the Regional.
The role requires flexibility to travel occasionally to Country Offices for training, support, and other professional development opportunities.
Proficiency in collaborating with peers situated in intricate international environments would constitute a valuable addition to the role.
A recognized accounting qualification, whether local or international, completed or partially completed, is preferred.
Qualifications
BA/BSc/HND
Experience Required
1 year
