Who we are: NQA is a non-governmental, non-political and non-profit organization. NQA is dedicated to the advancement of education and health in remote and neglected regions of Afghanistan, with a specific focus on and commitment towards women and girls.

Our vision: an educated, healthy and balanced society in which women and men lead together social, cultural and economic changes in an inclusive manner that enable their children - boys and girls- to thrive.

Our mission: improve access to education and health in particular for women and girls of marginalized communities in remote areas of the country: mobilize local communities to build strong and empowered communities and foster change through sustainable development of rural Afghanistan.

NQA implements projects by Afghans, with Afghans and for Afghans. The association is committed to strengthening the dignity, self-confidence and initiative of the population in general, and of women and girls in particular.

For information on our projects, see www.nai-qala.org.

The Finance Manager is accountable to carry out the following key role and responsibilities but not limited to: 

1. Accounting system management:
   • Establishing analytical accounts for projects to accurately record revenue and expenditure in accordance with NQA’s chart of accounts, financial accounting policies, procedures, and donor standards.
   • Oversee day-to-day coordination of financial activities ensuring cost efficiency.
   • Review staff monthly payroll for processing.
   • Review and verify the process of payment and purchase requests.
   • Ensure that the costs are aligning with donor funds, budget lines and budget plan.
   • Ensure all bills, vouchers and any other documents related to finance have been signed, stamped, approved and dated properly.
   • Ensure all financial transactions recorded in the system accurately and on a daily basis.
   • Ensure that finance documents are maintained properly both in hard and soft formats.

2. Banking and cash management: 
   • Manage bank accounts and related records, cash disbursements, cash receipts and reports on status of accounts.
   • Management of cash flows in accordance with donor/ organization approved policies and procedures.

3. Financial reporting:
   • Prepare and present accurate, timely (Monthly, quarterly, six-monthly, final and when needed), comprehensive financial reports, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements to NQA office, donors, ministry of economy and relevant Government sectors.

4. Budgeting and forecasting:
   • Prepare budgets and budget projection for projects and admin with close coordination with related departments.
   • Provide and maintain budget forecast on a monthly, quarterly and annual basis.
   • Request funds for projects and admin on a monthly – basis and according to agreements and scheduled time frame.

5. Financial planning and analysis:
   • Perform in-depth financial analyses to assess the financial performance of the organization and identify areas for improvement.
   • Support strategic decision-making by providing forecasts, and projections to assist in long-term planning and resource allocation.

6. Risk management: Assess and manage financial risks, including credit risk, market risk, and liquidity risk, and minimize potential losses.

7. Compliance: Ensure that the organization adheres to all relevant financial policies, procedures, regulations and guidelines, including tax compliance and financial reporting standards.

8. Audit management:
   • Perform as an internal financial auditor.
   • Contribution to preparing contract documents, read the contracts and ensure to add all the needed points for auditing based on both NQA’s and donor’s requirements.
   • Facilitate the work of external and internal auditors and ensure that financial records are properly maintained and readily available during audits.
   • Contribution to the negotiations with the audit company.

• Participate in finance related meetings and donor meetings.
• Provide and present finance support documents to ministries and other relevant government sectors at central and field level.
• Supervise taxation process and organization annual tax return and ensure compliance with government tax law.
• Provide and present all financial regulations including policies, procedures, and guidelines to the field officers and other relevant staff.
• Monitor all financial activities and records at field level.
• Contribute to project proposals and organization of strategic plan development.

Education & Professional Qualification

• Holder of a bachelor’s degree in economy or related field (BBA, Business, Accounting, Finance) or other relevant field, Master’s Degree is preferred.
• Accounting professional qualification- Chartered/Certified Accountant (CIMA/CPA/ACCA) or other comparable/equivalent qualification.

Work Experience

• A minimum of 4 years’ related experience in National or International, Non-Government Organization. 

Professional Skills, Competencies

• Grants Management Knowledge is an added advantage.
• Demonstrable Financial Reporting Skills.
• In-depth understanding of financial reports especially Balance Sheets & Income Statements.
• Good Analytical skills.
• Profession Knowledge in accounting software.
• Proficiency in Computer applications (Excel, Word, Power Point etc.)
• Excellent command of English (verbal and written).

Interested and qualified candidates should send his/her updated CV with an application letter to NQA@nai-qala.org  please mention vacancy number, and title in the subject line otherwise your application will be rejected. Only the candidate who meets the requirement will be shortlisted.