Finance Coordinator

Job Posting Organization:
Pact is an international nonprofit organization that has been operational since 197

• It works in nearly 40 countries, focusing on building solutions for human development that are evidence-based, data-driven, and owned by the communities it serves. The organization aims to build resilience, improve accountability, and strengthen knowledge and skills for sustainable social impact. Pact operates through various pillars, including Sustainable Markets, Health, and Governance, and has a range of initiatives aimed at responsible mineral sourcing, improved energy access, green finance, and natural resource management.

Job Overview:
The coordinator" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">Finance Coordinator position at Pact is designed for an experienced individual who will support the financial coordination and reporting of the Moyens de Subsistance Transformés (MOST) project. This project is a two-year stabilization and livelihoods initiative targeting artisanal and small-scale gold communities in the cross-border areas between Mali, Guinea, and Senegal. The Finance Coordinator will report to the MOST Deputy Project Director based in Bamako and will closely collaborate with the Senior Technical Manager based in Nairobi, Kenya, who serves as the Project Director. The role involves ensuring accurate and timely financial operations in compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and organizational policies. The Finance Coordinator will manage comprehensive financial management tasks, including transaction recording, audit preparation, tax compliance, and reporting, while also maintaining financial records, managing payroll processes, and preparing statutory reports.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Finance Coordinator will be responsible for a variety of key tasks, including:

• Accounting and Financial Management: Ensuring all transactions are recorded accurately in compliance with GAAP, preparing documentation for check payments, verifying amounts on receipts, maintaining secure filing of financial documents, and preparing and submitting Funds Transfer Requests.
• Tax Compliance and Reporting: Preparing and submitting monthly withholding tax forms, annual personal income tax reports, and ensuring compliance with all statutory tax requirements in Mali.
• Payroll Administration: Reviewing and recording the Level of Effort (LOE) for local staff, processing payroll vouchers, and submitting monthly social security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security and provident fund reports.
• Month-End and Year-End Processes: Processing staff benefits, performing reconciliations for petty cash and bank accounts, and reviewing accruals and prepayments for financial accuracy.
• Coordination and Communication: Collaborating with the Project’s Deputy Project Director, Project Director, and Global Finance to ensure compliance with donor requirements, liaising with local banks, and coordinating with sub-awardees and vendors.
• Audit Support and Compliance: Preparing documentation for audits, ensuring compliance with donor requirements, and supporting external audits.
• Financial Planning and Reporting: Preparing cash flow forecasts, supporting budgeting processes, and financial reporting.
• Other Duties: Providing administrative and logistical support to meetings and conferences.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, or a related field. Additionally, they should have at least 5 years of relevant experience in financial management, coordination, and reporting. Proficiency in financial management software, particularly BC NAV, is essential. A strong understanding of non-profit accounting principles, GAAP, and local tax regulations in Mali is also required. Strong written and oral communication skills in French are mandatory.

Educational Background:
The educational requirement for this position is a Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, or a related field. This foundational education is crucial for understanding the complexities of financial management within a non-profit context.

Experience:
The ideal candidate should have a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in financial management, coordination, and reporting. This experience should ideally include working in an international development project involving international donors, which will provide the necessary background to navigate the financial complexities of such projects.

Languages:
Fluency in French is mandatory for this position, as strong written and oral communication skills in this language are essential for effective collaboration and reporting. A basic understanding of English is preferred, which would be beneficial in an international context.

Additional Notes:
The Finance Coordinator position is part-time, requiring a commitment of 70% of time, which translates to approximately 28 hours or 3.5 full days per week. Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their resumes in either English or French by the application deadline of Sunday, January 25, 202

• A motivation letter is also required as part of the application process.