Finance Assistant

with Mines Advisory Group
Job Announcement

BTDC-ID: 35668
Closing Date:

Announcement Positions

Announcement Description

The Mines Advisory Group (MAG) is a British based Non-Governmental Organization engaged in the eradication of landmines and other unexploded ordnance. MAG’s mission is to build the futures of people affected by the remnants of conflict through responsive, quality-driven and progressive action. We remove the physical threat of injury and death and alleviate economic devastation. We provide clearance and education enabling an escape from the poverty and suffering caused by conflict. MAG has been working in the field of Humanitarian Mine Action in Cambodia since 1992.

MAG is now seeking applications from suitably qualified and experienced Cambodian Nationals to fill the following position:

Announcement Positions

Finance Assistant (1 Position)

Position Summary

Report to : Senior Finance Officer

Position Purpose:

The Finance Assistant is responsible for bookkeeping, accounting, financial management and assisting Head of Finance Cambodia in the day-to-day running and management of the finance department; completing delegated administrative tasks and ensuring the accuracy and maintenance of supporting documentation and accounting systems.

Expectations - Duties, Responsibilities
  • Detailed Responsibilities:
  • Recording of transactions on the accounting system, completion and review of cashbooks and ensuring that all transactions are validated / balanced and send to the Senior Finance Officer as per calendar deadlines
  • Assist in monitoring of budget implementation by verifying budget availability for all purchase requests, in line with MAG procurement policies, and in consultation with Senior Finance Officer.
  • Ensure that accurate and complete accounting, reporting and internal control systems are functioning and that all relevant records are maintained.
  • Ensure compliance with all finance guidelines, policies, procedures and regulations of MAG and MAG’s donors.
  • Analyse monthly expenditure to identify any trends or anomalies. Raise any concerns regarding expenditure or budgets.
  • Assist in preparing the statement of the weekly/monthly cash count of the cash book
  • Join at internal and external meetings when requested by HoFC
  • Assist in recording all transactions related to Tax, VAT and Withholding tax and record Tax return list to be submitted to General Department of Taxation (GDT).
  • Support the internal, external, donor audit document and follow up on all auditor findings and recommendations
  • Ensure accuracy of the data (such as donor code cost centre natural code) entered in database.
  • Report any areas of concern, or financial non-compliance to the Senior Finance Officer as soon as possible.
  • Perform other related duties as required.
  • Responsibilities of all staff
  • As part of their roles, all MAG staff are required to:
  • Uphold and implement MAG standard policies including, but not limited to the Policy on Personal Conduct, Protection of Children and Vulnerable Adults, Dignity at Work, Financial Crime Policy, Gifts and Hospitality Policy and Equal Opportunities Policy
  • Understand and uphold the standards outlined in MAG’s Safeguarding Framework, acting with due care and attention to safeguard the wellbeing of anyone that comes into contact with MAG’s work and reporting concerns if they do arise.
  • Work within the framework of MAG’s core values, promoting its ethos and mission statement.
  • Work towards achieving programme and/or department business plan objectives
  • Ensure familiarity with and adhere to all MAG policies and procedures and keep informed of MAG activities
  • Undertake and apply learning from appropriate training and development programmes.
  • Undertake the role in a manner appropriate to the cultural context and within the local legal framework
  • On occasion, work outside regular working hours as circumstances dictate.
Requirements - Skills, Qualifications, Experience
  • Essential qualifications, experience and skills
  • High proficiency in accounting and finance skills.
  • Bachelor Degree in Business Administration and Finance or other related field.
  • 2 years experiences in working with an NGO or other related field in finance management
  • Excellent communication and team building skills
  • Good Data Analytical skills
  • Good written, and reporting skill in English
 

How to Apply

How to apply: Interested applicants who meet the requirements should submit a Cover Letter and CV with three referees (certificates should not be included with the application and please subject the email with the position you are applying for, Ex: Ms./Mr. Xxx Xxx is Applying for Finance Assistant to address or email provided in the contact details.

Women, ethnic minorities, and people with disabilities are particularly encouraged to apply.

All applications will be retained in MAG and only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

As part of MAG’s commitment to safeguarding, this post is subject to background checks before an offer of employment is confirmed.

 

Contact Details

Office Address
  • #99, Group10, Rumchek 4, Rottanak Sangkat, Battambang Municipality, Battambang Province, Cambodia
  • #136, St. 78, 7 Makara, Labansiek Sangkat, Ban Lung Municipality, Ratanak Kiri Province, Cambodia
  • House 06, St 502, Sangkat Phsar Daeum Thkov, Khan Chamkar Mon, Phnom Penh, Cambodia
 
Contact Name
  • Mines Advisory Group
 
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