Working Hours : 40 hours/week – Full Time

Supervisor : Director of Operations

Primary Responsibilities:

• Manage Women LEAD Nepal’s finance and accounts in full compliance with government requirements, adhere to WLEAD’s finance and procurement policies and follow national and international best-practices
• Ensure smooth accounting functions in accordance with established procedures (book-keeping, ledgers, bank and petty cash management etc.)
• Ensure all organizational and financial information is effectively documented in accordance with the document retention policy
• Coordinate and handle all financial operations (budget preparation, budget tracking and periodic review, cash flow, payroll, tax, insurance, payments to creditors etc.)
• Prepare financial reports on monthly and quarterly basis and as per demand
• Maintain an overview of all Women LEAD’s finances and communicate periodic report to the senior management team and the Board of Directors
• Assist with annual audit and coordinate periodic internal audits
• Ensure internal controls are in place and facilitate and monitor full office-wide compliance with all financial, accounting and procurement policies and procedures
• Manage and update databases for the fundraising department and produce finance reports for donors and government regulators
• Lead, manage and mentor a direct report (Officer and/or Associate) on book-keeping and accounting practices
• Provide financial orientation/training to all new interns, staff, and board members
• Impart technical support/guidance and inputs during program design and delivery
• Suggest changes or improvements to increase accuracy, efficiency and cost savings
  Other duties as assigned.

Required Experience and Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in management with finance as a major subject or equivalent.
• A professional accounting certificate will be an added advantage.
• At least 2 years of experience in a similar position (preferably with an INGO/NGO).
• Excellent numerical and analytical skills.
• Meticulous attention to detail and outstanding organizational skills.
• Strong moral compass and commitment to ethical behavior and business practices.
• Proficient in English and Nepali language.
• Proven ability to work independently, manage time, and balance and prioritize simultaneous assignments to meet deadlines.
• Proficient in IT, including advanced knowledge of Excel and an ability to learn new software programs (knowledge of FAMAS, Moneyworks and/or Salesforce preferred).
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships in multicultural environment.
• Proven competence on managing and backstopping a direct report (Officer and/or Associate).
• A passion for empowering young women to lead change and participate meaningfully in their country’s future.
• Self-starter with a desire to learn and take initiative.

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