Himalayan Nature
NGO / INGO / Development Projects

Himalayan Nature (HN) is a development and conservation research institute, an IUCN member, a partner of The IUCN SSC Asian Species Action Partnership (ASAP), and only a member of Alliance for Zero Extinction (AZE) from Nepal, dedicated to biodiversity and high-value species conservation, habitat management, as well as initiating scientific research on Himalayan biodiversity and the broader environment. HN promotes traditional knowledge and custodianship of indigenous communities, safeguarding the livelihood and well-being of the marginalized and natural resources-dependent communities across the protected areas to foster co-existence. It is now seeking applications for the position of Market System Associate (MSA) from highly motivated and result-oriented Nepalese candidates with proven experience and skills in Market System, value chain, sound knowledge of project implementation, community engagement, and entrepreneurship will be given priority.

Himalayan Nature is implementing CONNECT project in the buffer zone of Shuklapahanta National Park in Kanchanpur District, Sudurpaschim Paschim Province. CONNECT project is a consortium project of four organizations-Renewable World, Zoological Society of London (ZSL), National Trust for Nature Conservation and Himalayan Nature. It is funded by Jersey Overseas Aid. The project aims to strengthen linkage between conservation and livelihoods in and around the Shuklaphanta National Park and its buffer zone through its works in five municipalities in Kanchanpur. CONNECT project adopts market systems approach in its implementation of livelihoods activities surrounding agriculture, renewable energy technologies and tourism.

Account Officer

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Basic Job Information

Job Category	:	NGO / INGO / Social work > Administration, Finance/ Accounts
Job Level	:	Senior Level
No. of Vacancy/s	:	[ 1 ]
Employment Type	:	Full Time
Job Location	:	Kanchanpur
Offered Salary	:	Negotiable
Apply Before(Deadline)	:	Sep. 03, 2023 17:00 (1 year, 10 months ago)

Job Specification

Education Level	:	Under Graduate (Bachelor)
Experience Required	:	More than or equal to 1 year

Job Description

Position title: Account Officer
Number of positions available: One (1)
Duty Station: Field based in Kanchanpur (Shuklaphanta National Park)
Duration of Contract: 12 months with possible extension based on performance
Salary: Attractive as per the institutional provision

Qualifications: Applicant should ideally have a Bachelor’s Degree in account/finance or a related discipline with above one year of experience in a similar position. S/he should have a proven experience and knowledge of project budgeting, financial management, accounting, or auditing, strong proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint). Candidates having previous experience in NGOs and familiar with NGO’s financial reporting and donor compliance is highly desirable.

Terms of References (ToR)

Role Summary

The Account Officer will provide high-quality financial management information necessary to support the effective operation of project activities. S/he will need to identify and resolve any financial management problems which may arise, facilitate the development and funding of projects, and provide appropriate training in finance policies and procedures to the field staff.

Summary of Key Responsibilities:

Prepare financial reports, statements, and projections to present to management, donors, and other stakeholders
Ensure proper cash flow management, including petty cash disbursements and reconciliation to run field-level activities, day-to-day operations
Ensure compliance with local laws, Income-tax Act and VAT legislation in relation to TDS deduction, donor requirements, and internal control mechanisms
Track and manage project spending in accordance with the agreed project budget and work plan, as well as HN rules and procedures, to ensure transparency, responsibility, and timely fulfillment of both program and budget targets and also compliance with organizational policies
Timely payments of vendor’s bills and settlement of advance, liabilities, and receivables etc, and reconcile periodically
Collaborate with field teams to provide financial guidance, and support, educating all team members on financial responsibilities to ensure proper financial practices are followed
Coordinate with external stakeholders, including vendors and partners, to facilitate smooth financial transactions
Preparing Purchase Orders & reconciling with purchase invoices for approvals
Protect project assets through maintenance of asset register, internal control, and audit procedures.