Mbabane Finance and Administrative Officer

FHI 360 is a global development organization with a rigorous, evidence-based approach. Our professional staff includes experts in health, nutrition, education, economic development, civil society, environment and research. FHI 360 operates from 60 offices with 4,400 staff in the U.S. and around the world. Our commitment to partnerships at every level and our multidisciplinary approach enable us to have a lasting impact on the individuals, communities and countries we serve–improving lives for millions. We seek qualified candidates for the position of Finance and Administrative Officer for The USAID-funded Community-Based Livelihood Development (C-BLD) for Women and Children project in Swaziland.

Position Description:

• Development and management of appropriate systems (including sick and vacation leave, liability, workman’s compensation and other insurance policies), services, staff and budget management to meet Project requirements;
• Review annual budgets and track expenditures against budgetary line items;
• Review project invoices for accuracy and allocate expenditures according to accounting systems;
• Liaise with bank personnel and officers, track cash balances of each bank account, make deposits of returned funds and client payments, conduct monthly reconciliation and track wire transfers to/from program accounts;
• Prepare and update Imprest reports on a daily basis and submit month-end reports to HQ according to financial procedures;
• Maintain, disburse, and reconcile the petty cash account;
• Review, track, and reconcile staff and consultant cash advances according to policies;
• Liaise with Finance/Business Managers in HQ regarding budget realignments, specific budget issues, and status of wire transfers;
• Review and endorse for signature check requests, wire transfers, consultant fee payments, travel expense reports, and other financial transactions as needed;
• Develop procurement solicitations and recommendations for potential providers of needed goods and services in accordance with USAID and FHI 360 rules and regulations;

• Minimum Requirements:
• 5 years of relevant experience and Bachelors Degree required. Masters preferred or equivalent combination of experience and education.
• Experience with QuickBooks or other accounting software strongly preferred;
• Previous USAID experience
• Previous experience working with INGO, preferably in Swaziland;
• Experience with USAID rules and regulations;
• Experience supervising staff preferred;
• High integrity and strong attention to detail;
• Ability to set priorities and meet deadline;
• Strong oral and written communications skills;
• English Language Proficiency required, Swazi preferred;
• Swazi or regional nationals are encouraged to apply.

FHI 360 has a competitive compensation package. Interested candidates may register online through FHI 360's Career Center at www.fhi360.org/careercenter or through the Employment section at www.fhi360.org. Please submit CV/resume and cover letter including salary requirements. Please specify source in your application.

AA/EOE/M/F/V/D

Mbabane Finance and Administrative Officer