Finance Manager | Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan | 2024

Chemonics International, a leading international development organization based in Washington, D.C., seeks a Finance Manager for the five-year USAID-funded Kyrgyz Republic Green Solutions Activity (KGS). The activity aims to build the capacity of the Kyrgyz Republic to adapt to and mitigate the effects of climate change in its economy in order to create and develop a “green economy,” or one that is low carbon, resource-efficient, and socially inclusive. The Activity will promote practices that contribute to a robust and resilient economy, reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in the private and public sectors, increase climate financing, and develop a policy framework to catalyze sustainable and green climate solutions.

General Provisions

The Finance Manager contributes to project efforts to ensure efficient financial management and compliance with USAID regulations, Chemonics policies, and local law, and will be based in Bishkek, Kyrgyz Republic. We are looking for an individual who has a passion for making a difference in the lives of people around the world.

Responsibilities Include:

  • Assist the Finance and Operations Director in implementing the policies and procedures as set forth in Chemonics’ Field Office Guide to Field Accounting and Compliance.
  • Maintain and effectively manage Activity finance systems, including trackers, procedures, and forms and conduct regular reviews of finance processes to identify opportunities for improvements.
  • Ensure financial procedures are in compliance with the most recent USAID financial regulations and procedures.
  • Maintain liquidity of funds, compliance with audit requirements, and provide regular financial reports.
  • Enter and process the monthly field office project expenditures (locals) in ABACUS software.
  • Handle vendors’ and suppliers’ accounts including invoices, general ledger maintenance, journal entries and account reconciliation. Carry out correct and timely payments to vendors and service providers.
  • Process expense reports and assist with financial tracking of local subcontractors and fixed price contracts, in-country travel, and training expenses.
  • Prepare checks, receipts, and journals, and assist with entering payments in financial accounting and banking systems.
  • Review field staff timesheets and ensure accuracy of the information included, maintain and track annual and sick leave database.
  • Ensure that all proper documentation per the policy manual and local regulations, including supporting documentation and approvals, is in place for each transaction before booking and/or issuing payments.
  • Ensure all financial documentation is filed securely in both hard copy and scanned and saved in project digital files.
  • Supervise the Bookkeeper.
  • Perform other tasks as directed by the Finance and Operations Director.

 

Qualifications:  

  • Academic degree in accounting, banking and finance, financial management, or related field
  • At least four years of experience in accounting or financial management performing in a similar position, preferably for donor funded projects.
  • Previous USAID experience and strong knowledge of USAID rules and regulations preferred
  • Proficiency using Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and accounting software systems
  • Proven ability to work professionally, constructively, and collaboratively as part of a team, meet deadlines, and communicate effectively.
  • Experience managing and supervising and individuals preferred
  • Proficiency in English and Russian is required, with excellent written and oral communication skills; Kyrgyz language preferred, but not required

Employment Status

Full-time employee with benefits

Job Location

Bishkek, Kyrgyz Republic

Salary

Negotiable based on experience and qualifications

Compensation & Other Benefits

Per company policy, Chemonics offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package in line with local labor requirements at a minimum.

Read Before Applying

Please submit your CV or resume to KGZGreenEconRecruitment@chemonics.com with the subject line “Attn: [POSITION] Application [YOUR NAME]” no later than November 11, 2024. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. No telephone inquiries, please. Finalists will be contacted.

Chemonics is an equal opportunity/ Affirmative Action employer and does not discriminate in its selection and employment practices. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, or protected veteran status, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factors.