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Finance Officer
Country Afghanistan Province Balkh,
Categories Admin-Clerical, Type Full Time
Post Date 2023-04-17 Close Date 2023-04-30
Vacancy No HRM/MRMO 021-23 Gender male female
No Of Jobs 1 Contract Duration The position is Project based
Education Bachelor’s degree Economics or equivalent, in related professional field (BBA, B. Com, BS Economics, Experience Minimum 2 years’ relevant experience of Finance is required.
Organization Opportunities for you Salary Salary and Benefits are according to Internal SCA salary scale

About Company

About Swedish Committee for Afghanistan: SCA Background: The Swedish Committee for Afghanistan (SCA) has been working in Afghanistan since 1982, presently managing development Programs concerning Health, Education, Rural Livelihoods and Community Governance, with a total annual budget of roughly USD 40 million. The total number of staff is over 6,000. During the last 10 years SCA has undertaken a change process moving from a primarily humanitarian service delivery approach towards more of a developmental role, putting increasing emphasis on capacity development, rights-based programming, and outcome orientation. The mission of SCA is to empower individuals, communities, and local organizations, primarily in rural areas and with particular focus on women, girls, boys and vulnerable groups such as people with disabilities, so that they may participate fully in society and influence their own development. SCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment based on their skills, abilities, and experience without regard to age (18-65 years), ethnicity, religion, marital status, gender, or physical disability.

Job Description

Scope of work:

The Finance Officer will help the Finance Manager in the conduct of operational Activities of Finance Unit and support the Program Operations Department implement the SCA programs   specially FCDO Project and will report directly to MRMO Finance Manager.

Main Responsibilities:

  • Act according to the policy and regulations of SCA
  • Keep updated with issues related to SCA and the environment where SCA operates.
  • Promote an attitude of team spirit and a strong focus on quality.
  • To assist Finance Manager in preparing monthly financial report.
  • To be able to prepare different kind of worksheets in MS excel.
  • To prepare and reconcile Master payroll on monthly basis with close coordination of KMO-CAU.
  • To reconcile project staff payroll with HRM update list on quarterly base.
  • To handle cash of the SCA in the absence of the cashier and maintain the safety of cash in considering.
  • SCA cash insurance policy
  • To help cashier in receiving and disbursement of the cash when it is required.
  • To take the exchange rate from the KMO when it is required.
  • To Receive Bank Statements when it is required.
  • To check and review financial documents and provide appropriate advice to project staff.
  • To train the staff of other units on how they use the standard forms (for instance, per diem & travel
  • To be accurate in filing of project vouchers/documents
  • To participate in Procurement meetings when assigned
  • Promotes good coordination with all units and other department at KMO especially KMO Finance
  • Any other duty assigned by line manager.

Job Requirement

Qualifications & Job Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree Economics or equivalent, in related professional field (BBA, B. Com, BS Economics, Diploma in Accounting, Diploma in Finance, or FIA certified)
  • Minimum 2 years’ relevant experience of Finance is required.
  • Fluency in English, Dari and Pashtu, written and spoken.
  • Ability to take initiatives and pursue work proactively without being intensively supervised.
  • Ability to support colleagues and provide/receive constructive feedback.
  • Computer knowledge at operational level.
  • To be an Afghan national.

Submission Guideline

Application Procedures:

  • Interested qualified candidates should submit a full CV (maximum four pages) with a cover letter explaining their motivation in applying for the job and highlighting their relevant skills and experience.
  • To apply online please send your application / CV to through the link below:

https://scahris.odoo.com/jobs/announcements/detail/finance-officer-520

  • Academic certificates or references need not to be submitted at this time. These will be requested if called for interview.
  • Only short-listed candidates will be invited for written test and/or interview.
  • Applications after the given deadline is not accepted.

SCA is committed to ethical standards, a safe and inclusive work environment. Our work is based on our values: Responsiveness, Equality, Impartiality, Social Justice, and Integrity.

Background and reference checks are part of the recruitment process and will be conducted for the successful candidate.

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