This includes managing financial, tax, human resources administration, as well as managing procurement and logistics processes in alignment with project requirements and standard operation procedures. This individual will play a critical role in setting up Winrock’s bank account, processing payroll, and other start-up related functions to prepare for and implement Phase II of the Solarizing Communities project.
Responsibilities:
Lead all Human Resource aspects, to transition Winrock’s staff to full-time employees including setting up essential deductions and benefits.
Manage recruitment process for new hires and support in their onboarding and orientation.
Coordinate domestic benefits set-up process (ex: health insurance and other required social benefits).
Ensure personnel files including new hire documentation and employment contracts.
Lead the process of opening a Winrock’s bank account in Ethiopia, and setting up financial systems in compliance with Winrock’s policies and local law.
Work closely with Winrock’s in-country administrative partner, to finalize payments financial reporting, as needed.
Prepare bank disbursement vouchers and payments, and ensure all financial transactions are in compliance with Winrock International policies and procedures. Manage monthly financial reconciliations and financial reporting.
Keep records of staff travel and operational advances to make sure timely adjustment, medical allowance, and annual leave record.
Work with program staff to prepare monthly wire/fund request to transfer funds from U.S.
Work closely with Winrock’s Home Office finance staff to resolve issues, address concerns and respond to requests for financial information.
Ensure correct calculation of payroll tax liabilities and compliance with local law requirements.
Education:
Academic degree in business administration, financial accounting or related field. Master’s degree or higher strongly preferred.
Work Experience:
Minimum of 6 years of experience in finance, operations or administration leadership. Supervisory experience strongly preferred.
Accounting or auditing certifications highly preferred.
Experience in successfully managing payroll and tax administration according to Ethiopia laws and regulations.
Preference for work experience in donor-funded or INGO programs, or similar.
Skills:
Proficient Microsoft Office computer skills.
Knowledge and experience in QuickBooks accounting software.
Excellent written and oral communication skill in English required.
