Finance Assistant
Quick answer
Save the Children International is hiring an in-office Finance Assistant in Semera, Ethiopia, to manage financial disbursements, collections, and documentation at a compensation level not specified.
- Role
- Finance Assistant
- Organization
- Save the Children International
- Location
- Semera, Ethiopia
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Entry
- Category
- Finance & Administration
The role
Save the Children International is seeking a Finance Assistant to manage cash disbursements, collections, and financial documentation for its Northwest Area office. The role involves processing payments against verified documentation, maintaining petty cash, and ensuring compliance with financial policies and tax regulations. The incumbent will also support the finance officer with journal entries and secure handling of office cash and checks. This position requires strong organizational skills and attention to detail to maintain accurate financial records.
What you'll do
- Effect payments and collect cash in accordance with financial management policies.
- Maintain petty cash funds and prepare regular cash reports for replenishment.
- Ensure all financial documents are filed, scanned, and uploaded to the archiving system.
- Perform weekly and monthly cash counts to ensure safe security of assets.
- Assist the finance officer in recording transactions into the GLACOS system.
What it takes
- First Degree or Diploma in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration.
- Minimum of one year of finance experience for degree holders or two years for diploma holders.
- Demonstrated experience in disbursement activities within an NGO setting.
- Proficiency in written and verbal English, Afar Af, and Amharic.
- Strong computer literacy with MS-Excel and MS-Word.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Competitive package in the context of the sector and a meaningful career within a global NGO.
Frequently asked questions
Where is this job located?
The position is based in Semera, Ethiopia, and requires the individual to work from the office.
What is the compensation for this role?
The compensation is not explicitly specified in the job description, though the organization offers a competitive package in the context of the sector.
What are the key qualifications required?
Candidates must hold a degree or diploma in a finance-related field and possess at least one to two years of relevant finance experience, ideally within an NGO.
How do I apply for this position?
The job description does not provide a specific link or deadline for application; please monitor the Save the Children International careers portal for submission instructions.
How to apply
Apply directly on Save the Children International's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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