Finance Officer at Solidarity Center Lesotho

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Opportunity closing date: Friday, 29 April 2022

Opportunity type: Employment

Location: Maseru

Finance Officer

The Solidarity Center, an International NGO focused on labour and worker rights issues, is seeking candidates for Finance Officer for the Lesotho Office in Maseru. The Finance Officer works under the direct supervision of the Field Program Specialist (FPS). This individual will be the primary contact between accounting and the assigned units regarding accounting matters, assisting with the development, writing and implementation of Solidarity Center programming within Lesotho.  S/he must be thoroughly conversant with all aspects of program activities and current events relevant to the ongoing political, economic and social developments in the region.  S/he must also have experience in program development and implementation and reporting.
 
The Finance Officer will be based in Maseru but must be able and willing to travel frequently within Lesotho and Southern Africa.

Summary of Position:

The Finance Officer is responsible for all aspects of accounting and reporting of the Solidarity Center Lesotho Office. The Finance Officer serves as the main resource to the FPS in monitoring and controlling budget vs project(s) spending and ensuring the office’s compliance with policy and procedures of the organization. The Finance Officer keeps the Director of Finance in the Head Quarters informed of any financial matters of a high amount of significance, with the assistance of the South Africa Operations and Finance Specialist. The Finance Officer also assists the FPS in ensuring compliance with all the Kingdom of Lesotho government laws and regulations. The Finance Officer will ensure that the various accounting and reporting functions are carried out in a timely and accurate manner. The Finance Officer will be the primary contact between the Field Office and the Head Quarters Finance Department regarding accounting matters, with the assistance of the South Africa Operations and Finance Specialist.

Responsibilities:

  • Reconcile bank account(S) on a monthly basis;
  • Review and audit travel expense reports for program staff and assigned units;
  • Review and audit program-related expenses for the Lesotho Office;
  • Review monthly/quarterly financial reports with Program staff for Lesotho programs and assigned units and identify areas of potential overspending. Notify appropriate managers if there are problems with timely resolution of potential or actual cost overruns;
  • Analyse and review balance sheet accounts such as deposits, prepaid expenses, accounts payable, accounts receivable reconciliation and other accounts as assigned
  • Prepare journal entries for Lesotho Office fixed assets, prepaid expenses, accrued expenses and other recurring entries;
  • Prepare account receivable invoices;
  • Assist as required in research and account analysis related to outside audits; and,
  • Perform other related duties as assigned;
  • Assisting with operations;
  • Assisting with personnel recruitment and management as needed. 

Requirements:

  • A bachelor’s degree or diploma in accounting or finance;
  • Minimum of three years’ experience in accounting in the NGO sector;
  • Experience in QuickBooks accounting software, Microsoft Office Suite, and advanced knowledge of spreadsheets.
  • Ability to administer and execute financial processes and transactions;
  • Good administrative and interpersonal skills;
  • Ability to train staff in financial systems;
  • Experience in payroll administration;
  • Ability to monitor and control banking activities;
  • Willing to travel extensively;

Remuneration: A negotiable package commensurate with the responsibilities of the position and the abilities and experience of the candidate will be offered.

To apply, please send a cover letter, detailed CV, three references and a motivation letter speaking directly to the job requirements to  [email protected]

 For more information or questions, please call Zeru at +27 84 587 7922.
 
The Solidarity Center reserves the right to verify all information provided by candidates including credit ratings. Please note that correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.

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