Finance Volunteer

Assist the finance team with accounting operations and maintaining cash books.

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Application deadline 1 year ago: Thursday 30 Jan 2025 at 23:59 UTC

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Overview

Assist the finance team with accounting operations and maintaining cash books.

You have:

  • A Degree or equivalent experience in Accounting, Business Administration, Commerce or Finance or a Diploma with 1 years’ experience.
  • Minimum of 1 year working in the finance function.
  • Experience working with NGOs (preferred but not a prerequisite).
  • Strong Computer skills (MS Word, Excel).
  • Able to communicate effectively (written and verbal) in English with program staff.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
  • Good supervisory skills, time management and interpersonal skills.

Work Arrangement:

Job Description

Job Overview

The Finance Volunteer is responsible for assisting the finance team in the day-to-day accounting operations in accordance with IRC’s policies and procedures and in accordance with the generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). Under the direction of the Finance Assistant, the Finance Volunteer maintains the cash books and is responsible for the accounts payable functions of the department.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare cash transaction vouchers.

• Manage mobile money account and ensure timely payments.

• Preparation of invoice journals in Integra.

• Reconcile mobile money accounts and cash accounts.

• Supports the manager to compile projections for the field office.

• Ensure IRC policies and procedures are respected in all the cash transactions.

• Ensure control and use of office stationary.

• Work closely with Administration to raise hotel bookings for visitors to the field.

• Manages vendor payments.

• Develop and maintain efficient filling system for the field office.

• Any other duties as may be assigned by the manager.

Qualifications

• A Degree or equivalent experience in Accounting, Business Administration, Commerce or Finance or a Diploma with 1 years’ experience.

• Minimum of 1 year working in the finance function.

• Experience working with NGOs (preferred but not a prerequisite).

• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.

• Knack for detail. Able to communicate effectively.

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Strong Computer skills (MS Word, Excel,).

• Must be able to function comfortably in a loosely structured but complex work environment, working and prioritizing multiple tasks.

• Able to communicate effectively (written and verbal) in English with program staff.

• Good supervisory skills, time management and interpersonal skills.

Potential interview questions

Can you describe a time when you had to manage multiple priorities under pressure? This assesses your ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment. Provide an example that highlights your organizational and time management skills.
How do you ensure accuracy in your financial reporting? This question aims to evaluate your attention to detail and commitment to quality. Pro members can see the explanation.
What experience do you have with accounting software or tools? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Describe your experience working in a team environment, especially in finance-related tasks. Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you handle mistakes or discrepancies in financial documents? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Added 1 year ago - Updated 1 year ago - Source: rescue.org