Responsibilities & Context

Caritas Bangladesh is seeking a Sr. Account Officer to join their team. This NGO job circular is an excellent opportunity for professionals experienced in Sr. Account Officer to make a meaningful impact. Apply today to contribute to a leading NGO in Bangladesh.

Caritas Bangladesh (CB) is a national and non-profit development organization operating in Bangladesh since 1967. It has its Central Office in Dhaka and eight Regional Offices in Barishal, Chattogram, Dhaka, Dinajpur, Khulna, Mymensingh, Rajshahi and Sylhet. CB is implementing 91 projects covering 201 focusing upazila on eight goals i.e i) Social Welfare and Service of Love for Vulnerable Communities; 2) Ecological Conservation, Climate Justice and Sustainable Food System; 3) Humanitarian Response and Disaster Management; 4) Education, Skill Development and Employment Creation; 5) Health Care, Nutrition and Education; 6) Development of Indigenous Peoples; 7) Integral Human Development; and 8) Institutional Development and Sustainability.

Caritas Bangladesh (CB), Barishal Region, is seeking qualified candidates for immediate appointment to the following positions under the USAID’ Building Resilience and Inclusion in Disaster Governance and Emergencies- Bangladesh” (BRIDGE) project. These positions are based int Kalapara, Rangabali, Patharghata and Barguna Sadar Upazila, within the Barishal Division.

• Joining: As soon as possible
• Reporting to: Project Coordinator
• Job Nature: Contractual/ Temporary
  

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee and supervise all accounts and financial activities of the project under the guidance of the Project Coordinator.
• Prepare, maintain, and manage monthly fund requisitions, budgets, financial accounts, inventory, and asset registers.
• Manage and control all financial matters, including receipts and disbursements.
• Supervise daily cash/bank transactions and review bills and vouchers for approval and payment.
• Provide training on financial management to project staff, especially the Accounts Officer.
• Ensure coordination between field offices regarding accounts and revolving funds.
• Collaborate with project staff on financial matters to ensure seamless operations.
• Supervise and evaluate the performance of accounts department staff.
• Safeguard important financial documents and accounts records.
• Perform any other financial duties as assigned by project authorities.
  

Key Responsibilities:

• Age: 30 - 45 years (as on 30/09/2024)
• Minimum 05 years of experience in financial management, preferably in in development projects, preferably DRR projects.
• In-depth knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and budgeting.
• Experience working with accounting software (e.g., Tally, QuickBooks).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills in financial matters.
• Ability to manage audits and donor compliance.
• Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel, and fluency in English and Bangla.
  

Compensation & Other Benefits

• Salary: BDT 70,000/- per month (negotiable for deserving candidate)
• Bonus: As per CB policy
  

  Education

  • Master’s in Disaster Management, Environmental Science, or related field from any recognized university.

Experience

At least 5 years

Workplace

Work at office.

Employment Status :

Full Time

Job Location :

Patuakhali

Read Before Apply :

"FRIENDSHIP is committed to safeguarding children, young people, and adults, and employees, Donors, visiting Doctors, visiting Journalists, visitors, beneficiaries including communities where we work and volunteers/interns. We believe every stakeholder and every member of the communities we work with, has the right to be protected from all forms of harm, abuse, neglect, harassment, and exploitation - regardless of age, race, religion, and gender, status as an individual with a disability or ethnic origin. Therefore, our recruitment policy and procedure fully include background checks and disclosure of criminal records in order to ensure safeguarding. FRIENDSHIP is an equal opportunity employer and will do everything possible to ensure that those who are suitable to work within our values and beliefs are recruited to work for us. Any personal persuasion will result in a disqualification of candidature". Photograph must be enclosed with the resume.