Company Profile

GrowthAid is a not-for-profit non-governmental organization limited by guarantee. Our vision is of a world where everyone has adequate access to safe water and sanitation and where no one dies from preventable diseases. GrowthAid works in collaboration with like-minded organizations to reach poor and marginalized people with safe water, improved sanitation, and hygiene services. We hold our values of accountability, integrity, transparency, and respect dearly and demonstrate these in what we do and how we work.

Job Description

GrowthAid is looking for passionate humanitarians who share in our vision and values to fill the Finance and Support Services Manager position.

Position Summary 
The Finance and Support Services Manager is responsible for operation controls in finance and administration. S/he is responsible for the smooth and efficient functioning of the organisation's operational systems and ensures that organisational processes are efficient and effective and guarantees proper management of overall finance and administration matters. 

Key Responsibilities

• Budget creation and monitoring in cooperation with the Executive Director and other management team members 
• Preparation and coordination of financial monthly, quarterly closings and reports with the external controller 
• Prepares annual financial statements and reports 
• Coordinates internal and external financial audit Supports in fundraising and development of financial proposals 
• Supports team with financial donor reports, invoices and payment requests supervises payroll and taxes 
• Monitors incomes, expenditures and undertakes monthly bank reconciliation 
• Keeps relevant books and records tor all financial transactions in accordance with GrowthAid standard and procedures 
• Raises payment requests with respect to the projects being implemented 
• Assists in the preparation of budget and annual plans.

Administration

• Ensures that agreed administrative procedures and guidelines are adhered to 
• Acts as the principal liaison on all administrative and operational issues 
• Overall responsibility for logistical and operational processes, including insurance obligations, IT, fleet management and security 

• Coordinate, plan, organise and lead the procurement process for the organisation
• Review and screen project proposals for disbursement of funds
• Prepare and keep up-to-date vendor lists of the organisation.
• Oversee the preparation of service delivery contracts, leases and purchase orders for all acquisitions

Required Skills or Experience

• A minimum of 5 years' experience in a similar position, including direct responsibility for staff and organisational budget.
• Experience with international programming and programme management in an NGO 
• University degree in Finance/Economics/Accounting or related field and or ICAG, ACCA, Level (2) two 
• Knowledge of accounting system and experience with payroll preparation 
• Solid knowledge of accounting principles, financial systems, budget/cash flow monitoring