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: 20-04-NH (You must quote this code on your application)
Job Title: Finance Officer (x1)
Location: Buchanan, Grand Bassa
Reporting To: Finance Manager
Responsible For: N/A
Job Purpose: To support programme managers in the management of donor funding, monitoring, and capacity building of Concern Liberia Partners.
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 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. Assist in capacity building of Concern
Worldwide Liberia field staff in basic budgeting skills through excel training. Carry out regular sessions with finance and non-finance staff to build their
capacity on donor financial and compliance issues. Deliver refresher training to all field staff around fraud and corruption, whistle blowing etc.
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:
Apply through the system below by clicking the apply button Or
By Hand: to the HR Department, Concern Worldwide, 3rd Floor, Urey Compound, Congo Town, Tubman Boulevard, Monrovia. JOB CODE 20-04-NH
Finance Officer clearly indicated on the envelope.
Applications must include the following:
 JOB CODE 20-04-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 19
th October 2020.
ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED.
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.