Population Council an international not-for-profit research organization is seeking application from the qualified persons for the following position:

Senior Finance Officer

No. of Vacancies : 1

Job Description/Responsibility

  • Take care of financial affairs.
  • Maintain appropriate books of accounts and carrying out financial transactions according to established procedures and ensure compliance of accounting policies and procedures.
  • Assist in budget preparation, analysis and budget implementation activities.
  • Preparation of quarterly financial report and monitor expenditures with the allocated budget.

Educational Requirements

  • Masters in Finance or Accounting with a minimum of five years experience in similar responsibilities or BBA and MBA in Finance or Accounting with a minimum of three years experience in an organization of repute.

Experience Requirements

  • 3-5 year(s)

Additional Job Requirements

  • Candidates with work experience on grants/projects of donors like USAID, DFID and EKN will be preferred.
  • Thorough knowledge and practical experience in handling VAT and tax matters including that of funding from donors like USAID, DFID and EKN.
  • Pro-active performers requiring minimum supervision will be preferred.  Ability to work under pressure of tight deadlines.  Computer skills in Windows, MS Word, MS Excel. 

Salary Range: Depending on qualification and experience attractive packages will be offered.

Application Procedure
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV, photograph and a cover letter at:  pcdhakajobs@gmail.com by Monday, 10 November 2014.  Only primary selected candidates will be contacted.

Company Information
Population Council
P.O. Box No. 6016, Gulshan, Dhaka-1212
Web www.popcouncil.org

The Population Council is an international, nonprofit, nongovernmental institution that seeks to improve the well-being and reproductive health of current and future generations around the world and to help achieve a humane, equitable, and sustainable balance between people and resources. The Council conducts biomedical, social science, and public health research and helps build research capacities in developing countries. Established in 1952, the Council is governed by an international board of trustees. Its New York headquarters supports a global network of country offices.  We are seeking an individual to fill the position described.

The Population Council provides equal opportunity; it does not discriminate against any person with regard to age, color, creed, national origin, disability, political belief, veteran status, religion, marital status, gender, gender identity, or sexual orientation. Decisions on employment are based on an individual’s qualifications as related to the position for which s/he is being considered. The Council especially encourages applications from qualified women and members of minority groups. The Population Council is international in the composition of its board of trustees and its staff, as well as in the nature and deployment of its activities.