Job Description
Job Posting Organization:
The World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) is an independent conservation organization that has been active since the late 1980s in Laos, contributing to biodiversity surveys and establishing the country's protected area system. The official office was established in 2001, and WWF operates in over 100 countries worldwide, with a mission to sustain the natural world for the benefit of people and ecosystems. With over 60 years of experience, WWF focuses on both on-the-ground conservation efforts and global policy action, addressing climate change and nature loss through various programs and partnerships. The organization emphasizes the importance of local communities and Indigenous Peoples in conservation efforts, aiming for a sustainable future where people and nature coexist harmoniously.
Job Overview:
The Senior Finance Officer at WWF Laos plays a crucial role in supporting the Head of Finance and Accounting by leading financial operations, ensuring compliance, and building capacity within the finance team. This position is responsible for the timely and accurate management of financial resources across various programs, which includes overseeing financial reporting, banking processes, payroll, and compliance with local and international financial standards. The Senior Finance Officer will also supervise finance staff, ensuring high-quality financial services are delivered and that internal controls are maintained. This role is essential for the financial health of WWF Laos, enabling the organization to effectively implement its conservation programs and achieve its strategic goals.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The Senior Finance Officer will lead the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing processes, ensuring that all financial reports are accurate and submitted on time. They will manage banking payment processes in compliance with WWF's Financial Manual, review and approve transactions, and supervise finance officers to ensure effective cash flow management. The officer will also update training materials for finance systems and provide orientation sessions for staff. Responsibilities include recording payroll, managing cost recovery, preparing reports for audits, and supporting capacity-building activities for finance and non-finance colleagues. Additionally, the officer will review bank reconciliations, ensure timesheet accuracy, and perform other ad hoc tasks as assigned by the Head of Finance and Accounting.
Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree in Finance and Accounting, Business Management, Business Administration, or a related field. A minimum of 5 years of experience in roles such as Accountant, Finance Assistant, or Bookkeeper is required. Proficiency in English, both oral and written, is essential, along with experience in accounting software like Oracle and Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations. Knowledge of local finance and accounting systems, standards, and practices is necessary, as well as a good understanding of non-profit organization practices and international finance standards. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel is also required.
Educational Background:
The position requires a Bachelor's degree in Finance and Accounting, Business Management, Business Administration, or relevant fields. This educational background provides the necessary foundation for understanding financial principles, accounting practices, and business management, which are critical for the role of Senior Finance Officer.
Experience:
The ideal candidate should have at least 5 years of relevant working experience in finance-related roles such as Accountant, Finance Assistant, or Bookkeeper. This experience should include hands-on involvement in financial reporting, compliance, and operational finance management, which is crucial for effectively supporting the financial operations of WWF Laos.
Languages:
Fluency in English is mandatory, with strong verbal and written communication skills. Knowledge of additional languages may be considered an advantage, particularly if they are relevant to the local context or the communities served by WWF Laos.
Additional Notes:
The contract duration for this position is initially set for 1 year, with the possibility of extension based on performance and organizational needs. The role offers an industry-leading benefits and salary package, along with ample opportunities for professional development. WWF promotes equal employment opportunities and affirmative action for all qualified individuals, regardless of race, gender, or other statuses. Candidates are encouraged to indicate any accommodation needs during the application process.
The World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) is an independent conservation organization that has been active since the late 1980s in Laos, contributing to biodiversity surveys and establishing the country's protected area system. The official office was established in 2001, and WWF operates in over 100 countries worldwide, with a mission to sustain the natural world for the benefit of people and ecosystems. With over 60 years of experience, WWF focuses on both on-the-ground conservation efforts and global policy action, addressing climate change and nature loss through various programs and partnerships. The organization emphasizes the importance of local communities and Indigenous Peoples in conservation efforts, aiming for a sustainable future where people and nature coexist harmoniously.
Job Overview:
The Senior Finance Officer at WWF Laos plays a crucial role in supporting the Head of Finance and Accounting by leading financial operations, ensuring compliance, and building capacity within the finance team. This position is responsible for the timely and accurate management of financial resources across various programs, which includes overseeing financial reporting, banking processes, payroll, and compliance with local and international financial standards. The Senior Finance Officer will also supervise finance staff, ensuring high-quality financial services are delivered and that internal controls are maintained. This role is essential for the financial health of WWF Laos, enabling the organization to effectively implement its conservation programs and achieve its strategic goals.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The Senior Finance Officer will lead the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing processes, ensuring that all financial reports are accurate and submitted on time. They will manage banking payment processes in compliance with WWF's Financial Manual, review and approve transactions, and supervise finance officers to ensure effective cash flow management. The officer will also update training materials for finance systems and provide orientation sessions for staff. Responsibilities include recording payroll, managing cost recovery, preparing reports for audits, and supporting capacity-building activities for finance and non-finance colleagues. Additionally, the officer will review bank reconciliations, ensure timesheet accuracy, and perform other ad hoc tasks as assigned by the Head of Finance and Accounting.
Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree in Finance and Accounting, Business Management, Business Administration, or a related field. A minimum of 5 years of experience in roles such as Accountant, Finance Assistant, or Bookkeeper is required. Proficiency in English, both oral and written, is essential, along with experience in accounting software like Oracle and Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations. Knowledge of local finance and accounting systems, standards, and practices is necessary, as well as a good understanding of non-profit organization practices and international finance standards. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel is also required.
Educational Background:
The position requires a Bachelor's degree in Finance and Accounting, Business Management, Business Administration, or relevant fields. This educational background provides the necessary foundation for understanding financial principles, accounting practices, and business management, which are critical for the role of Senior Finance Officer.
Experience:
The ideal candidate should have at least 5 years of relevant working experience in finance-related roles such as Accountant, Finance Assistant, or Bookkeeper. This experience should include hands-on involvement in financial reporting, compliance, and operational finance management, which is crucial for effectively supporting the financial operations of WWF Laos.
Languages:
Fluency in English is mandatory, with strong verbal and written communication skills. Knowledge of additional languages may be considered an advantage, particularly if they are relevant to the local context or the communities served by WWF Laos.
Additional Notes:
The contract duration for this position is initially set for 1 year, with the possibility of extension based on performance and organizational needs. The role offers an industry-leading benefits and salary package, along with ample opportunities for professional development. WWF promotes equal employment opportunities and affirmative action for all qualified individuals, regardless of race, gender, or other statuses. Candidates are encouraged to indicate any accommodation needs during the application process.
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