JAPRI Finance Officer

Institute of International Education (IIE) is a private
nonprofit leader in the international exchange of people and ideas. In
collaboration with governments, foundations and other sponsors, IIE creates
programs of study and training for students, educators and professionals from
all sectors. These programs include the flagship Fulbright Program and Gilman
Scholarships administered for the U.S. Department of State. IIE also conducts
policy research, provides resources on international exchange opportunities and
offers support to scholars in danger. IIE’s mission is to advance international
education and access to education worldwide.

The Finance Officer will provide accounting and
administrative management for JAPRI activities. He/she will ensure all
financial transactions are in accordance with IIE and sponsor policies and
procedures, Indonesian Financial Accounting Standards (IFAS) and GAAP. Areas of
program responsibility include, but are not limited to: accounting, budgeting,
financial analysis and reporting, payroll, and procurements. Directs and
oversees all financial aspects of operations with significant interaction with IIE
stakeholders in NY and DC.

Essential Duty:

  • Performs
    finance and accounting functions in accordance with Indonesian Financial
    Accounting Standards (IFAS), GAAP, IIE financial policies and procedures,
    donor requirements, partner requirements, and all other applicable laws,
    rules and guidelines. Includes budgeting, payroll, tax issues, variance
    and accounts analysis.
  • Prepares
    and maintains the general ledger/trial balance/financial statement in
    excel or financial software, as applicable.
  • Prepares
    of a variety of financial records and reports including those related to
    the general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, inventory
    control and valuation, and fixed assets.
  • Prepares
    the Monthly/Quarterly/Midyear reports and Annual Financial Statements; provides
    financial reports to donors and stakeholders.
  • Ensures
    that all documents and processes for Account Receivables/Payables are
    fulfilled and accurately recorded based on set schedules.  Includes invoicing, journals,
    reconciliations, reports, etc.
  • Performs the monthly and annual accounts close out and
    report the cash and bank reconciliations.
  • Reviews, and processes cash disbursement in accordance with
    the IIE financial management policies and established approval levels.
  • Prepares
    and presents annual financial statements and other reports and documents
    for audits.
  • Manages
    banking and cash-related activity for the office.
  • Conduct
    subcontractor financial and compliance monitoring in order to ensure
    proper stewardship of project funds.
  • Maintain
    personnel and pay records and trainee disbursement records.
  • Ensure

    compliance with USAID rules and regulations, IIE policies and procedures,
    and local labor and taxation laws; ensure adherence to time and expense
    policies and procedures, including timely and accurate timesheet and
    expense reporting.

  • Responsible
    for accurate review of all program administrative and in-country programs
    activities disbursements to ensure that supporting documentation is always
    available.
  • Review travel
    advances and travel expense reports accuracy for program staff.
  • Provide
    financial guidance to relevant project partners to ensure that activities
    are compliance with IIE and USAID’s finance regulations
  • Provide
    support to Program Officers to ensure that budget of project activities
    are developed in line with IIE and USAID’s cost norms and regulations.
  • Support
    Program Officers in preparation of logistics for training, workshops, and
    other project activities.
  • Performs other related duties and
    functions as assigned.

Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • Bachelor’s
    degree in accounting, finance or like degree. A professional accounting
    qualification, such as a CPA, preferred.
  • At least
    five years of hands on experience in accounting, including general ledger,
    cash management, financial planning, budgeting, and monitoring of grant
    compliance required. At least three years of experience managing finances
    for USAID contracts in excess of $5 million, in accordance with FAR and
    AIDAR.
  • Combination
    of commercial and not-for-profit financial administration experience
    highly preferred.
  • Knowledge
    of Indonesian Financial Accounting Standards (IFAS), GAAP, Tax, and
    International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). Familiarity with
    accounting software. Experience with contracts, sponsor rules &
    regulations, and with current standards and guidelines. Knowledge of USAID
    Operational Policy (ADS) preferred.
  • Excellent
    critical thinking skills and judgment. Proven willingness to make timely
    and sound decisions.
  • Strong
    oral communication skills. Ability to communicate, advise, and resolve
    issues that are complex and sensitive in nature. Ability to communicate effectively with persons on all levels both
    inside and outside the company.
  • Strong
    written communication skills, including demonstrated ability to write in a
    clear, concise, well-organized manner.
  • Ability to work
    effectively in an atmosphere of multiple projects, shifting priorities,
    and deadline pressure. Self-motivated and able to follow through
    to end of assignments while meeting goals and deadlines
  • Proven
    ability to effectively use Microsoft Office, spreadsheet, word processing,
    and position-specific software.
  • Accuracy,
    attention to detail.
  • Fluent in Bahasa Indonesia,
    excellent written and oral English.
  • Ability
    to read and interpret documents and ability to sit at a computer and
    operate a keyboard.

Work condition and Physical Demand:

Essential functions are performed in a general office
setting with low noise. Job demands may require long periods of sitting;
telephone work and/or computer work, as well as interactions with other team
members and external stakeholders. Reasonable accommodations may be made to
enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

How to Apply:

  • Send your CV with cover letter outlining your
    suitability for the position to japri.recruitment@gmail.com
    no later than Friday, 2 June 2017.
  • Indicate JAPRI Finance Officer (your name) in
    the subject line. Only short-listed candidates will be notified and invited for
    interviews. All incoming CV will be treated confidential

Warm Regards,

USAID JAPRI Recruitment Team

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