Concern Worldwide is an Irish based non-governmental, international, humanitarian organization, dedicated to the reduction of suffering and working towards the ultimate elimination of extreme poverty in the world’s poorest countries. Concern is currently recruiting the below post:

Job CODE: 20-018-NH (You must quote this code on your application)

Job Title: Finance Officer (x1)

Location: Buchanan, Grand Bassa

Reporting To: System Coordinator and in dotted lines to National Finance Manager

Responsible For: N/A

Duration: 11months

Job Purpose: To support the Programme team in the management of ECHO project and other donor funding through quality reviews, data capturing and reporting.

Responsibilities: Ensuring donor and organizational requirements, policies & procedures are met across the programmes; preparation of timely and accurate financial reports including cashbooks, safe books, fuel records etc. review all financial documents before payment to ensure correct charging details; review all financial documents and ensure all supporting documents are in place; supporting the team in preparation and review of monthly cash flow forecasts; support budget holders in monitoring of donor budgets. As the custodian of the finance policy at the field level, ensure that all rules and regulations including DOA are abided by; take part in preparation for the annual audit with special focus on donor funded projects and also support auditors and donors during audits; ascertain effectiveness on use of assets funded by back donors as well as safeguarding mechanisms and advice management accordingly; ensure that all costs are fully supported by documentary evidence such as the procurement documents, time-sheets for personnel whose salaries are charged to donors and fuel/vehicle log sheets where transport costs are charged to donors; in liaison with the NFM/CFC, help in addressing critical findings identified during audits and financial reviews.

Experience & Qualification:

∙ Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or a related field; or

∙ Part qualification e.g. CPA/ACCA/CIMA would be an added advantage.

∙ At least 3 years of experience in a similar position, a good understanding of NGO financial management and donor regulations. ∙ Good computer skills particularly in MS Excel.

How to apply:

By email to liberia.hr@concern.net with the JOB CODE 20-018-NH Finance Officer clearly in the SUBJECT LINE Or apply via the system below by clicking the apply button.

By Hand: to the HR Department, Concern Worldwide, 3rd Floor, Urey Compound, Congo Town, Tubman Boulevard, Monrovia. JOB CODE 20-018-NH Finance Officer clearly indicated on the envelope.

Applications must include the following:

∙ JOB CODE 20-018-NH Finance Officer

∙ A letter of application stating why you believe you are the best suited for the position.

∙ A copy of your CV (maximum 4 pages) giving active daytime contacts.

∙ Names and addresses of two (2) work related referees with professional e-mail addresses.

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS IS 4:00 pm on Monday 19th July 2021.

ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED.

“FEMALE CANDIDATE ARE HIGHLY ENCOURAGE TO APPLY”

Concern Worldwide is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all sections of the society. While all applicants will be strictly assessed on their individual merit, qualified women are particularly encouraged to apply.