Finance Director , I-TECH Namibia

I-TECH Namibia promotes activities that increase human capacity for providing HIV/AIDS clinical care and support through the development of health care worker training systems.

Finance Director The Finance Director is responsible for the management and oversight of all financial processes and procedures, including budgeting coordination and budget monitoring, financial procedures and internal controls, accounts payable, coordination with I-TECH HQ financial staff, cash flow management, audits, and leadership management responsibilities. Responsibilities o Develop recommendations for the improvement of all financial services and procedures o Supervise staff in the department. o Ensure that all financial documentation is maintained according to I-TECH standards and donor policies o Review budget reports o Research variances to budget and distribute variance reports o Coordinate annual budget preparation o Assist budget managers with the annual plan and budget o Ensure donor and partner financial reports are produced o Ensure contracts are fulfilled before authorizing payment. o Maintain up-to-date knowledge of US government rules and regulations o Ensure financial compliance with all laws and regulations related to finance o Oversee submission of expenditure reports to I-TECH HQ o Oversee the operation and maintenance of the computerized accounting system and related accounting software o Oversee closure of accounts at financial year end o Complete an annual Trial Balance and Balance Sheet account reconciliation. o Lead the audit process and respond to external auditor schedules, requests, and comments o Ensure audit findings and related reports are shared with HQ in a timely manner o Investigate, document and control all suspect, fraudulent, procedural breach and other non-conforming activities o Ensure Annual Financial Statement and Management letter and related reports are presented to HQ o Write and implement work plans to address / correct all findings and ensure timely completion of plans o Develop internal control procedures o Coordinate the development of training materials for staff on understanding the financial management system and donor regulations.

Minimum Requirements in Education, Training & Experience:

• Masters in Finance or Business Administration, and/or a professional ACCA/CPA certification, and / or CMA Qualified • 10+ years professional accounting experience which demonstrates increasingly responsible financial management experience • Excellent people and financial management and organizational skills • Experience with computerized accounting systems, especially QuickBooks Premier • Excellent written & spoken English • Due to the nature of the position and high level of accountability, all candidates will be subjected to a Credit Reference Check

Desired Skills & Qualifications

o Experience working in the NGO sector in Namibia an advantage o Experience working with US Government and development donors

How to apply:

I-TECH Namibia offers an attractive package commensurate with qualifications and experience. Closing date: 24 February 2012 by 12pm. Send your CV and latest copy of pay slip to HR@itech-namibia.org, Fax to (061)310 216 or contact us directly on Tel: (061) 310 200. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.