A national non-profit organization is seeking applications from eligible candidates for the position of Finance Assistant in Peshawar, on a contract basis for a donor-funded program.

Scope of the job:
The incumbent will be required to maintain cash and assist the finance manager/ officer in all accounting and financial procedures in connection with the program.

Job Description:

• To maintain cash transactions of the project
• To disburse staff salaries in cash where required.
• To maintain proper records of cash and advances to employees of the project.
• To assist the finance manager/ officer in making entries in records of the project duly authorised by the responsible person or persons
• To assist finance manager/ officer in executing tasks in connection with managing project bank accounts (after authorisation), including checking the monthly statements.
• To control and ensure safe keeping of all cash in his care, and of any other items given to him for security reasons.
• To assist the finance manager/ officer in entering expenses and income in the appropriate ledger accounts.
• To make sure that cash is paid after obtaining proper receipts and bills.
• To report any discrepancy in cash to the finance manager and Programme Manager.
• To assist the finance manager/ officer in completing monthly and annual accounts of the project in good time.
• Prepare PSID of withholding taxes collected from vendors.
• Regularly submit taxes before deadlines stipulated by FBR.
• To treat all project finances at confidential.
• To undertake other tasks assigned by the finance manager/ Programme Manager.

Education and Knowledge:

M.Com, CA inter, ACCA (Affiliate/qualified)

Work Experience:
1-2 years’ practical experience of accounting is desirable, however, fresh graduates are encouraged to apply. The candidate shall have excellent MS Excel proficiency.

Preference will be given to candidate who have recently worked in donor-based, humanitarian set ups, and to local candidates.
Females are encouraged to apply.

SEA: The organization has zero tolerance for Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (SEA) at work place. It is strictly prohibited engaging in any form of sexual exploitation or abuse. This includes but is not limited to inappropriate behavior, harassment, or any illegal activities of a sexual nature. In the event of any violation of this clause, the organization reserves the right to terminate the employment agreement immediately.

Safeguarding: We are committed to Safeguarding of Children and Adults and in no way tolerate any harm to our beneficiaries.

Child Safeguarding: Ensuring the safety and well-being of children, protecting them from abuse, neglect, or exploitation.

Adult Safeguarding: Protecting vulnerable adults, including the elderly or individuals with disabilities, from harm, abuse, or neglect.

Equal Opportunity Employer: We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, origin, gender, age, marital status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.