Chemonics seeks short-term Finance Manager

Chemonics International Inc. seeks a short-term Finance Manager to be located in Jakarta for the USAID-funded Indonesia Marine and Climate Support (IMACS) project. This project provides technical support for improving key marine and fisheries sector components with the Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries (MMAF), local governments, coastal communities, and the private sector.

Specific requirements

The Financial Manager (FMA) is responsible for managing the financial and accounting operations of the IMACS project field transactions in compliance with USAID regulations and the contract signed by USAID and Chemonics.

Work closely with two project bookkeepers on all financial management issues with the IMACS Chief of Party, Operations Director, Office Manager, finance and accounting staff in Jakarta and the Chemonics home office PMU and finance department.

Ensure the project financial practices abide by US government generally accepted accounting procedures, USAID procedures, and Indonesian law.

Work with bookkeepers and project staff to prepare proper financial documentation, and accurately process expenditures for monthly invoicing to USAID.

Liaise with the local bank, reconcile monthly bank statements, and verify all deposits and withdrawals.

Collect and review staff timesheets and process payroll, tax withholding, Jamsostek and all applicable benefits on a timely basis each month.

Work with tax accountants in managing and monitoring project accounts.

Assist outside auditors (as necessary) at year end.

Fulfill other financial management functions as required.

As teamwork is crucial to the success of the project, the Finance Manager will be expected to coordinate work with other technical, managerial and administrative IMACS staff, as per direction from the Operations Director and Chief of Party.

The Finance Manager will be ready to undertake other project duties as required by the Chief of Party and Operations Director.

Reporting

The Finance Manager reports directly to the Operations Director in consultation with the Chief of Party. He/She will prepare regular oral and written progress reports that demonstrate the status of project activities toward expected results, as well as other reports as required.

Period of Performance

The assignment will begin on or about September 8, 2014 and conclude on or about January 5, 2015.

Qualifications

·         Minimum four years of experience as an accountant or finance manager.

·         Proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing English.

·         Excellent organizational skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

·         Ability to complete multiple tasks efficiently and with attention to detail.

·         Proficiency in MS `Office software including Microsoft Excel, Access, and Word. Also, experience with accounting software programs such as QuickBooks

·         Knowledge of USAID policies, procedures, rules and regulations is preferred.

Interested applicants are requested to send a cover letter and resume with the subject “Finance Manager” to IMACSproject@gmail.com  as soon as possible but no later than August 11, 2014. Finalists will be contacted.