The Finance Assistant at HelpAge International, you will develop and manage a digital payments system with an auditable trail for global programs, process payments into internal and accounting systems, and maintain bank accounts with monthly reconciliations. You’ll ensure timely receipt and proper recording of funds from strategic donors, manage a secure disbursement system for global teams, handle petty cash, process cash transfers, and ensure sufficient funds. Additionally, you’ll reconcile asset and liability accounts monthly, prepare budget monitoring reports, manage payroll, maintain the Fixed Asset Register, prepare VAT returns, support year-end procedures, and collaborate with finance teams to update cash books, reconcile trial balances, and assist in preparing management accounts.
The ideal candidate should possess strong organizational and planning skills, exceptional attention to detail, and high accuracy. Effective communication and reporting abilities, both verbal and written, are essential. You should possess good analytical skills, logical thinking, and proficiency in IT, including Excel and Word. Experience working across cultures, creativity in developing new ideas, and familiarity with handling different currencies and overseas payments are important. Additionally, expertise in cash management, VAT, payroll, bank systems, and SUN accounting, along with AAT or relevant accounting experience, is required.
Interested and experienced individuals are encouraged to carefully read the details of the Job Description and submit their Cover Letters and CVs only to Jobs@helpage.org not later than Tuesday, 20 August 2024. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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