Responsibilities 

The Finance Officer will be responsible for delivering results in line with the commitments we have made in our Strategy 2030: Moving Mountains and our Medium-Term Action Plan V (2023–2026): Embracing Change and Accelerating Impact.

Under the direct supervision of the Head of Finance/ Budget and Finance, and in close collaboration with other staff in the unit, the Finance Officer will be responsible for the smooth processing of financial reporting, including the following tasks: 

• Conduct balance sheet reconciliation and miscoding on a month basis and initiate the timely action on reconciliation differences.
• Continuous review the status of due/ overdue expenditure against claims and follow up to concerned staff/ unit for timely settlement of the expenditure.
• Work on the month end report and prepare the notes for following months adjustment where necessary.
• Process the income, indirect cost and adjustment entries on a periodic basis after hard close of the month/ quarter end in line with the IFRS standards.
• Pass the fixed assets (for both core and projects) and depreciation entry based on the IFRS standard and as per ICIMOD policy.
• Support to the country office to follow the standard policy and procedures of ICIMOD and donor contracts.
• Prepare the donor and other financial reports as per reporting schedule, standards and needs of the institution.
• Represent the procurement committee in absence or as assigned by the Head of Finance.
• Work closely with the ERP development team to address the issues identified in Budget and Finance.
• Support in external and internal audit procedures.
• Check the expenditure claims and pass the relevant finance entries as assigned.
• Other tasks as assigned by the Head of Finance – Budget and Finance.

Person Specification/Competencies

ESSENTIAL

• Master’s in Business Administration, Accounting, or Commerce.
• At least five years of experience in a related field and relevant working experience in a related organization  
• Demonstrated computing skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word and Excel) 
• Good knowledge of computer-based accounting systems; knowledge of Navision or another ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) system is highly preferred.
• Ability to prioritize own work and manage time effectively.
• Ability to work smoothly and effectively with others in a team to establish constructive ideas or solutions that meet organisational objectives. 
• Ability to efficiently communicate with stakeholders through telephone, face-to-face meetings, and email on operational issues and queries. 
• Excellent written and oral English communication skills as well as the ability to effectively communicate with colleagues across the organisation on operational issues. 
• Proactive approach to ensuring the smooth organisation of internal processes; ability to work independently with a strong sense of initiative, discipline, and self-motivation.
• Ability to easily adapt to changing contexts, technologies, and approaches; ability to make improvements in their own work area.

PREFERRED 

• Experience of working in a multicultural international organisation.
• Working knowledge of HKH languages.

Reporting 

The Finance Officer will report to the Head of Finance/Budget and Finance and work in close collaboration with Finance team members. The Finance Officer will also support Strategic Groups, Action Areas, Interventions and Units across ICIMOD as and where relevant. 

Location

You will be working in a cross-cultural, impact-oriented environment at ICIMOD’s head office in Kathmandu, Nepal. Occasional travel in the HKH region will be required. 

Kathmandu is a lively and exciting place to live. People are friendly, living costs are comparatively inexpensive, food is delicious (with a range of local and international cuisines), and there are good local and international schools and a low crime rate. Nepal offers amazing trekking trails, white water rafting, and safaris, combined with a rich culture and charming yet lively nightlife.  

Duration 

Two Years with a probation period of six months. There is a possibility of extension subject to performance and ICIMOD’s future funding levels.

Remuneration

This is an international position at ICIMOD. The starting annual gross salary for this position is USD 24,185/- (negotiable based on experience and qualifications). Gross salary comprises basic salary, provident fund and family/post adjustment allowance. Salaries and benefits at ICIMOD are competitive compared with other international organisations. We offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes insurances (medical, life and accidental), child/dependency allowances, children’s education grant for maximum 2 children below 18 years of age, severance pay, paid leave (30 holidays and 10 public holidays per year) and day care facility. 

For expatriates, there is a tax exemption in Nepal; they are responsible for their home country’s tax payments. Expatriate staff are entitled to housing allowance, annual home leave ticket, shipment of personal effects, and an installation and repatriation allowance.

ICIMOD’s core values 

Our core values are integrity, neutrality, relevance, inclusiveness, openness, and ambition. These values are an expression of our culture and are central to the guiding beliefs and principles of our work and behaviour. Our core values will lie at the heart of ICIMOD operations and delivery. They will underpin everything we do and frame how we work with our partners. They reflect our founding intentions and the balances we seek to hold, while equipping ourselves for the future. 

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