In coordination with the Finance Manager, ensure an accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial close for the TRANSCEND Project. Upload financial data in the CI financial software, as assigned by the Finance Manager.
Support the Finance Manager in monitoring project activities by reviewing project documentation and a variety of records, progress reports, budgets, and financial expenditures.
In coordination with the Finance Manager, produces statements and reports as required by the Finance Manager, Project Lead, or CI Headquarters.
Provide support to the Finance Manager to ensure the accurate and timely processing of pay transactions and appropriate reclassifications.
Ensure accurate and timely processing of project staff cash advances and liquidation, identify discrepancies, and communicate them to the concerned staff.
Monitor the ageing of cash advances and ensure strict adherence to finance policies.
In coordination with the Finance Manager, prepare checks and online banking payments for approval by the signatories.
Prepare documents for internal and external audits and finance reports/documents that may be requested by the Finance Manager.
Maintain a systematic and complete filing system of the project finance documents.
Support human resources in ensuring the timely and accurate filing of project staff timesheets.
Administrative
Perform general administrative duties for the project staff, including but not limited to printing, photocopying, and mailing (courier).
Facilitate the procurement of approved items. Ensure proper storage of procured items.
Assist, when necessary, in the identification of and negotiation with local vendors and other procurement-related tasks for project activities conducted in 3 project sites.
Develop, maintain, and update asset inventory list and records.
Ensure the daily upkeep and orderliness of the office.
Perform other tasks that may be required to support the project.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Typical office environment.
May need to do field work, may need to work extended hours as needed.
This position follows a hybrid work structure, working some days from the office and some days remotely. Guidance will be shared during the interview process.
This role will be a fixed-term assignment, anticipated to begin in July 2025 and end in June 2029.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required
2 to 4 years of experience in a related finance role with a GIZ project or a related bilateral organization/agency or experience in a related finance role with an international non-government organization.
Maturity in handling confidential information.
Experience with Microsoft Excel, financial systems, and software.
Good oral and written communication skills (English and Filipino).
Knowledgeable in tax regulations and government-mandated benefits.
Keen on details, thorough in work output, able to prioritize and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Can maintain a positive attitude, is service-focused, and is a team player.
Willing and able to abide by CI Code of Ethics and Policies.