Tuesday, March 13, 2012

Financial Controller.

To complement its dedicated development cooperation team, the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC) in Dhaka invites applications from qualified Bangladeshi candidates for the position of Financial Controller.

SDC in Bangladesh focuses on the areas of rural market development, skills development, local governance, and rural water supply and sanitation, with a current annual budget of around 30 million USD. Under the supervision of the expatriate Head of Finance and Administration(HFA) the Financial Controller will support programme officers in supervising Swiss funded development interventions, participate in project steering, contribute to the further development of the program portfolios, and engage in monitoring and reporting of results.

Job Description / Responsibility

Financial Management
- Maintenance of project and contract data in the ERP systems
- Review and monitor partner agreements that terms and conditions are in line with the grant proposals
- Examine and process disbursement orders to partners in coordination with programme  officers
- Supervise advances to partners and verify project expenses
    
Project Controlling
    -  Carry out financial risk assessments and field audits for projects and of partners
    -  Support programme officers in preparing project documents and budget proposals
    -  Review and analyze budget proposals, operational- and financial reports of partners and  projects
    -  Coach/train program officers and partners in financial management and monitoring their  projects
    -  Assist the HFA in managing financial risks, financial planning and control of the SDC Field  Office in Dhaka

Candidates with a post-graduate  degree (M.Com,  MBA,  CA  /  ACCA  /  PE  2+)  from   a   reputed  Bangladeshi  or  foreign  academic institution with min. 5 years relevant  professional  experience  with  strong  background  in  financial  management  and  project  controlling  are   invited   to  apply. Female candidates are particularly encouraged to submit their applications.

In  addition  to  a  proven  commitment  or strong interest  in  international  and  national  development, successful candidates have excellent IT skills (ERP systems, Excel, Word etc.), strong analytical skills and social competencies as well as excellent English speaking and writing skills.

SDC offers a competitive package of salary and benefits and a stimulating working environment.

How to apply

Candidates   who   fulfill   these   requirements   are   invited   to   download   and   complete   the Application Information Form (www.sdc.org.bd) and send it, along with a letter of motivation, to the following e-mail address: dhaka.jobsapplication@sdc.net

The closure date for applications is 25 March 2012. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an assessment. Candidates who have previously submitted their application do not need to reapply.

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