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Finance Associate

Youth Impact’s mission is to connect youth to proven life-saving information. Our vision is to enable over 1 million youth to thrive through delivery of multiple evidence-based programs. We are at an inflection point in our growth: we have over 350 staff, three programs in health and education, and a cumulative reach of over 200,000 youth in 10 countries. Our culture is unique: we are always learning, have a dynamic, youthful team, a fierce commitment to measurement and evidence, and work hand in hand with the government. On any given day our leaders will sing and dance, negotiate MOUs, and spend dedicated time with the field team in schools.

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Primary Purpose

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As the Finance Associate of a growing & dynamic International Non-Governmental Organization (INGO) you will play a key role in all facets of the finance function and contribute to the overall success of the department. This includes, but is not limited to routine financial management, risk management, ensuring compliance to internal policies and procedures, grants administration, and financial reporting.

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Primary Responsibilities

 

The successful applicant will be required to complete the following tasks:

  • Oversee and manage routine finance functions including timely recording of transactions and completion of month-end processes and related reporting.

  • Prepare payroll schedules and initiate payroll processing; support annual tax filing, ensuring compliance with applicable legislature.

  • Lead annual audit engagements, prepare audit schedules and reconciliations. Engage with auditors on a regular basis, following up as necessary. Provide preliminary review of trial balances and draft financial statements. Ensure audits are completed in a timely and efficient manner.

  • Support program implementation in Botswana and other countries. Ensure resources are distributed to ensure seamless implementation. This includes timely submission of budgets and processing of expense requests. 

  • Ensure principles of cost effectiveness are upheld cross functionally. Assist in building out cost effectiveness analysis and other indicators.

  • Participate in grant management, ensuring compliance with grant agreements and requirements, including tracking expenditure and preparation of financial reports. 

  • Provide operational recommendations aligned with organizational objectives and strong financial management.

  • Assist in the development and implementation of policies and procedures to ensure compliance with local legislation and donor agreements.

  • Assist with financial reporting as required on an ad hoc basis including responding to donor reporting requests and other external reports. 

  • Developing organizational fiscal and program budgets. Assist in budget monitoring, quarterly forecasting updates and variance analysis.

  • Supervise and onboard Finance personnel such as Program Finance Officers.

  • Working directly with the Finance Manager, Senior Management, People & Talent on special projects.

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Required Skills & Experience

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  • Bachelor’s degree (Accounting or Finance, or similar qualifications required).

  • Progress towards completing BICA/CIMA/ACCA or related courses considered an asset.

  • Relevant work experience of three years or greater is required. Previous experience managing large grants from international development bodies will be as asset.

  • Proficiency in Pastel or similar packages required.

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Characteristics

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  • Attitude: Dedicated and hard-working with excellent ownership and accountability.

  • Energy & motivation: Enthusiastic, youthful, energetic, innovative, goal-oriented self-starter. Willing to go the extra mile.

  • Analytical skills: Analytical & problem-solving abilities are required.

  • Organizational skills: Ability to prioritize projects & manage time & resources effectively. Ability to exercise logic & good judgement.

  • Technical skills: Excellent MS Excel skills, good understanding of accounting, reporting standards & Microsoft Office required.

  • Class B Driver’s License considered an asset.

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Reporting Structure

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The Finance Associate will work closely with the Senior Manager, Finance & Operations, and Program Finance Officers as part of the finance team. 

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Deadline: 23 September 2024 by 23:59 CAT.

Time Period: 2–3-year fixed contract, with potential for extension up to 3-5 years pending performance.   

Location: Gaborone, Botswana

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