Role Overview Summary
The Assistant Finance Officer will support the day-to-day financial operations at VSO Bangladesh’s country office. Key responsibilities include cash and bank management, data entry into the SUN system, preparing donor reports, and monthly reconciliations. The role will also involve maintaining accounts, ensuring VAT and tax deductions, assisting in audits, and providing guidance on financial compliance to employees and volunteers. The position collaborates with project teams for effective financial reporting and is involved in procurement processes, including verifying consultant and vendor payments. This role reports to the Finance Manager and requires occasional in-country travel.
Ideal Applicant Summary
A background in Accounting, Finance, or Management, with significant experience in a similar role. The role also requires a strong knowledge of financial management principles, proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, and familiarity with accounting software like SUN systems.Competencies and Behaviour At VSO we believe progress is only possible by working together. Whether you want to join us as an employee, or as a volunteer working in your own country, overseas or online, our selection process includes an assessment based on these core competencies: • Ability to be open-minded and respectful • Ability to be resilient and adaptive to new situations • Ability to facilitate positive change and build sustainable working relationships • Ability to seek and share knowledge Equal Opportunities VSO promotes equal opportunities and values a diverse workforce
Equal Opportunities: VSO promotes equal opportunities and values a diverse workforce.
VSO reserves the right to close this job early if we receive a sufficient number of applications.
