SCOPE OF WORK 

Chemonics International Inc.

TITLE: Finance Manager

Conditions 

This position is based in Aden, Yemen. This position may require periodic travel outside Aden. 
 
General Summary 
Based in Aden, the Finance Manager will manage a team of approximately two staff responsible for the accounting and financial management of the Josoor and YSF projects. 

Principle Duties and Responsibilities 

• Review copies of all receipts for all expenses and expense reports
• Facilitate provision of information and documentation during audits
• Approve/ release all accounting transactions into the field office accounting software, ABACUS
• Supervise the review procurement transactions to ensure that all supporting documentation and approvals are accurate
• Oversee bank reconciliation process 
• Supervise the maintenance of proper accounting documentation and quality assurance. 
• Oversee processing of payroll each month and supervise the salary receipt/payroll forms preparation, as well as the overseeing the Provident Fund withholdings and employer contributions
• Liaise with income tax authority and remit employee withholdings on a monthly basis
• Serve as the primary point of contact with the home office Field Accounting & Systems Team (FAST) representative
• Examine monthly wire transfer requests through a thorough analysis of projected project expenditures 
• Supervise the review and monitor monthly subcontractor invoices
• Ensure accuracy and compliance with VAT reporting requirements 
• Ensure all transactions are in compliance with the client’s rules and regulations.
• Ensure all financial trackers and reports are accurate, up-to-date, and submitted on time. This including Smartsheet tracker, Budget Versus Actuals (BVAs), locals and any other regular and ad hoc reports. 
• Ensure the compliance of financial records and documentation with Chemonics and client’s regulations. 
• Participate effectively in review internal policies and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) that will respond to country context and internal controls needs. 
• Provide proper supervision to the finance team including mentoring and coaching. 
• Coordinate with the other departments, the head office Project Management Unit (PMU) and other field office staff whenever is needed. 
• Perform other duties as assigned to achieve the Program’s goals and objectives 

Education, Qualifications and Equivalent Experience

• A degree in finance, accounting, business, or commerce is strongly preferred. 
• Knowledge and understanding of donor regulations and financial compliance strongly preferred
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in finance, accounting, and management
• Computer literacy in word processing, spreadsheets and preparation of graphs, tables, charts with Microsoft Office (including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) or QuickBooks is necessary
• Experience with ABACUS preferred, but not required
• Professional proficiency in English and Arabic required 

Supervision

The Finance Manager will report to the Deputy Team Leader.