Finance Officer

About Forum for Women, Law and Development (FWLD):

Forum for Women, Law and Development (FWLD) is an autonomous, non-profit, non-governmental organization established on May 29, 1995 for the protection, promotion and enjoyment of women’s rights, children’s rights, minorities’ rights and the rights of marginalized groups. FWLD envisions a world where human rights are fully realized where social injustice and discrimination are eradicated, and where equality prevails. To achieve it, FWLD has been constantly working to change the discriminatory laws and the discrimination embedded in society and culture.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

·       Prepare, examine, and analyze accounting records, financial statements, and other financial reports to assess accuracy, completeness, and conformance to reporting and procedural standards.

·       Prepare vouchers and enter in the books of accounts after obtaining proper approvals

·       Prepare periodic Trial balance, bank reconciliation, income and expenditures, budget and expenses reports for each project.

·       Prepare monthly and quarterly financial report under appropriate donors and activities

·       Get all payment approved and prepare vouchers compiling supporting documents for auditing.

·       Prepare advance request, travel authorization and settlement.

·       Comply with local tax laws.

·     Analyze business operations, trends, costs, revenues, financial commitments, and obligations, to project future revenues and expenses or to provide advice.

·     Keep track of Advance payment and clearances.

·     Report to management regarding the finances of establishment.

·     Establish tables of accounts, and assign entries to proper accounts.

·     Maintain, and analyze budgets, preparing periodic reports that compare budgeted costs to actual costs.

·     Prepare monthly account reconciliations and quarterly report electronically.

·     Assist in procurement and developing internal control system.

·     Maintain keeping inventories of fixed and consumables and physical count,

·     Assist program coordinator in budgeting and cash flow projection,

·     Monitor project site for internal audit, maintenance of proper books of accounts and fund management by implementing partners.

·     Perform other duties as instructed by supervisors.

REQUIREMENTS:

·     Bachelor’s degree in Management

·     Should have basic knowledge Microsoft Office and Tally Software

·     Understand development issues

·     Basic knowledge and skills in accounting

·     Good time management and organizational skills

·     Basic knowledge and skills on research methodology/statistics

·     Competent in the use of computer

·     Minimum 3 years’ experience in finance and administration

SELECTION PROCESS: Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview. Interested individuals who meet the minimum qualifications should apply for the position by the close of business (5:00 p.m.) on July 12, 2024. Please submit your CV and cover letter to the FWLD address mentioned below or via email.

The salary will be negotiable based on experience and potential, and benefits will be provided in accordance with FWLD's policy. We appreciate the interest of all applicants, but only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview and further assessment.

FORUM FOR WOMEN, LAW AND DEVELOPMENT (FWLD)

72, Aadharsha Marg, Thapathali, Kathmandu, Nepal

Tel: 977-1-5333525 | 1-5333524 | 1-5366415

Email: info@fwld.org

(FWLD is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourage candidates of diverse background, women and marginalized groups to apply)

*Note: No telephone inquiries will be entertained.