Administrative/Finance Officer

The Administrative/Finance Officer will develop and maintain efficient administrative systems and control mechanisms to support the smooth running of the operations and ensure compliance with administrative, human resources and financial rules and procedures. ​ 

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Manage the day-to-day human resource, financial and administrative (including staff safety and security) functions of the office
• Ensure compliance with financial internal controls, and ensure that transactions are processed, and assets managed in accordance with the organisation's and donor’s Financial Rules and Regulations
• Prepare monthly/annual accounts closure, including bank reconciliations and submission of timely and accurate reports 
• Develop and monitor office budgets
• Oversee recruitment and appointments of local staff, and administer staff entitlements and claims
• Provide training and advice on human resource, financial and administrative issues
• Support the office on audit, financial risk management and fraud prevention issues

Minimum qualifications and professional experience required:

• Education: University Degree in Accounting, Finance, Public or Business Administration, or related field OR university degree in another field combined with a professional qualification in accounting or finance.
• Job experience: Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration.
• Language: Excellent knowledge of English and good working knowledge of another language.
• Knowledge and experience within an NGO or not for profit environment will be an advantage

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Applications will close as soon as the right candidate is secured for an immediate start.

The applicant must have the legal right to work in Tonga. TYEE workforce consists of a diverse culture, languages, and opinions. TYEE seeks to sustain and strengthen this diversity and to ensure equal opportunities as well as an inclusive working environment for its workforce. Applications are encouraged from all qualified candidates without distinction on grounds of race, colour, sex, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, and gender identity.

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Applications from non-qualifying applicants will most likely be discarded by the recruiting officer.