Unit :       Budget and Finance
Division : Administration and Finance

Roles and Responsibilities
Under the direct supervision of the Senior Finance Officer, and in close collaboration with other staff in the division, the Finance Associate will be responsible for the smooth processing of donor financial reporting, including the following tasks:

• Liaise with ICIMOD's country offices to monitor day-to-day financial activities
• Keep record of and file TDS for all payments made to staff, vendors, and suppliers
• Oversee the settlement of hotel bills and other expenses from different events and workshops organized by ICIMOD inside and outside of Nepal
• Ensure timely payments to all vendors and staff and coordinate with ICIMOD's bank and transit teller
• Reconcile accounts receivable and payable on a monthly basis
• Process petty bills (supply and services, utilities, repair, and maintenance)
• Provide support to the Internal Auditor of the Centre’s financial activities
• Coordinate with ICIMOD's implementing partners to ensure the receipt of their regular financial reports along with the necessary supporting documents in close coordination with Programme Officers and Programme Associates
• Carry out other tasks as assigned by the Senior Finance Officer

Minimum Requirements

• Master’s in Business Administration, Accounting, or Commerce
• At least three years of experience in a related field and relevant working experience in a related organization
• Demonstrated computing skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word and Excel)
• Good knowledge of computer-based accounting systems; knowledge of Navision or another ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) system is highly preferred

Additional competencies and skills

• Self-management: Ability to prioritize own work and manage time effectively.
• Social/team competency: Ability to work smoothly and effectively with others in a team to establish constructive ideas or solutions that meet organizational objectives; comfortable in multicultural settings.
• Networking/stakeholder management skills: Ability to efficiently communicate with stakeholders through telephone, face-to-face meetings, and email on operational issues and queries.
• Communication skills: Excellent written and oral English communication skills as well as the ability to effectively communicate with colleagues across the organization on operational issues.
• Results orientation: Proactive approach to ensuring the smooth organization of internal processes; ability to work independently with a strong sense of initiative, discipline, and self- motivation.
• Flexibility and innovation: Ability to easily adapt to changing contexts, technologies, and approaches; ability to make improvements in own work area.

Duration
Initially for one year, of which the first three months will be probation, with a possibility of extension subject to ICIMOD’s future funding levels.

Remuneration
Remuneration will be commensurate with experience and qualifications as per ICIMOD rules. Salaries and benefits of ICIMOD are competitive compared to other regional organizations.

Gender and Equity Policy
Qualified and eligible women candidates and those from disadvantaged backgrounds are highly encouraged to apply. ICIMOD implements a gender fair policy and is supportive of working women. It operates a daycare centre at the campus and is committed to gender mainstreaming at the organizational and programmatic levels. Facilities are also wheelchair accessible.

Method of application
Applicants are requested to apply online by March 09, 2016 through ICIMOD's online application system

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.