The Organization: Nyaya Health Nepal

Nyaya Health Nepal, a Nepal-based NGO, delivers healthcare to underserved communities in Nepal in partnership with the Ministry of Social Development, Sudoorpaschim Provincial government, Nepal. Mobilizing global health best practices and on-the-ground implementation research, our team envisions a future where everyone is guaranteed universal health coverage as a human right, not a privilege. Our over 200+ staff members in Nepal deliver care to almost 100,000 people through our integrated healthcare approach, which involves the strategic use of technology and data to coordinate care across facilities and the community.

The Opportunity: Are you the right fit?

We are looking for a Finance Officer who will oversee the Finance Operations of the organization.  Strong preference will be given to those who can prove they can operate in fast- growth environments with limited resources.

Management Structure:

Reports To: Finance Manager
Direct Reports: None
Opening: 1 [One]
Primary Location: Bayalpata Hospital, Achham

Must-Have Qualities:

Commitment to NHN Culture & Vision: The Finance Officer should have an unshakeable commitment to Nyaya Health Nepal's culture and Vision.

Superior Systems-Building Skills: The Finance Officer is charged with using smart systems (i.e. Asana, RigoHR, Office-360, FAMAS etc.), and so must be savvy in their ability both to use smart systems.

Excellent Time & Project Management Abilities: The Finance Officer will encounter various time constraints and must demonstrate the ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines.

Communications Savvy: The Finance Officer must be good at communicating in both Nepali and English and excel in both in-person and digital communications

Qualification and Skills:

• Academic Qualification: at least bachelor’s in management or equivalent
• At least 2 years’ work experience in related field
• Sound knowledge of computer applications in Microsoft Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint. And financial software. Experience with FAMAS & Odoo will be an added advantage.
• Energetic, loyal and hardworking person with positive attitude
• Proper communication skill

Big 3 Responsibilities:

• Financial Transaction Processing
• Financial Reporting
• Team Coordination and compliance

Areas of Responsibility (AoRs):
The Finance Officer will work closely with Finance Officer and be mainly responsible for the following work:

Financial Transaction Processing:

• Process financial transactions accurately and efficiently, ensuring meticulous maintenance of accounts.
• Adhere to internal policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements governing financial transactions.
• Participate in monthly review meetings, providing updates, highlighting constraints, and contributing to the development of monthly plans.
• Deposit tax liabilities in accordance with prevailing laws and maintain comprehensive records, including tax reconciliation sheets and eTDS filings.
• Execute payroll processing and coordinate bank deposits in a timely manner.

Financial Reporting and Analysis:

• Provide necessary financial data to support budget planning and execution for team leads and regulatory bodies.
• Conduct analysis of budget versus actual expenditures, identifying and communicating variance drivers and corrective measures required.
• Ensure timely and accurate preparation of financial reports as per funding arrangements and regulatory obligations.
• Perform monthly checks on assets and liabilities, storing reconciliation reports appropriately for audit purposes.
• Reconcile bank accounts promptly to maintain accuracy and integrity of financial records.

Team Coordination and Compliance:

• Facilitate both internal and external financial audits, assisting in the drafting of financial statements and accompanying notes.
• Discuss audit findings with relevant stakeholders, devising and implementing action plans to address identified issues.
• Conduct thorough pre-audit assessments of assets, liabilities, and documentation to ensure readiness for audits.
• Collaborate with audit teams to provide necessary documentation and support throughout the audit process.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with audit recommendations and regulatory requirements to maintain financial integrity.
• The above list of responsibilities is not comprehensive, and this position may be required to take on additional responsibilities, as determined by the line manager.

The above list of responsibilities is not comprehensive, and this position may be required to take on additional responsibilities, as determined by the line manager.