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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