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JOB DESCRIPTION: 

Dexis seeks a Finance Manager (FM) to support a programming engagement in Armenia initiated under the USAID Office of Transition Initiatives (OTI) SWIFT 5-Programs IDIQ “EXploratory Pilot and Learning Options for Regional Efficiency” (EXPLORE) Task Order for the Europe region. The Armenia Support Engagement’s period of performance is December 1, 2023 to January 31, 2025.
The FM will ensure that all program financial transactions are properly supported and recorded, following Dexis, US Government, and the Government of Armenia’s regulations.

Reporting
The Finance Manager reports to the Operations and Implementation Director.

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

- Conduct financial management for program activities and contractor operations;
- Review, complete as needed, and coordinate supporting documentation for each transaction;
- Enter payments into QuickBooks Online on a daily basis, assuring that the correct account and description are entered;
- Maintain accurate and complete financial records and ensure online filing system is organized and up to date;
- Prepare in QuickBooks monthly bank reconciliations for each bank account in a timely manner;
- Review and oversee bank transactions;
- Maintain liquidity of funds in the field and regular financial reporting;
- Ensure VAT exemption for program costs;
- Coordinate regularly with other Dexis programs operating under Dexis’ branch registration to ensure accurate tax and accounting reporting under Dexis’ tax ID;
- Control entry of consultants’ tax ID by overseeing entry by the program’s tax and accounting services;
- Provide oversight and direction for the program’s tax and accounting services;
- Assure that all relevant government regulations and processes are followed and document any deviation to the established procedures with approval of the COP or their designee(s);
- Coordinate with the Dexis HO Finance team on financial matters;
- Adjust for exchange rate fluctuations and availability of funds;
- Ensure that all financial transactions and reporting are conducting in accordance with Dexis and USAID policies and regulations and Armenian legislation;
- In coordination with other team members, ensure local Consultants are registered in the online system in a timely manner;
- Ensure all staff benefits are properly tracked and issued in accordance with the program’s policies;
- Process staff timesheets and ensure timely payment of staff salaries in coordination with the program’s tax and accounting services;
- Assist in related HR functions in accordance with Dexis and USAID policies and regulations and Armenian legislation;
- Perform other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent university degree in finance, accounting, or a relevant field;
- At least 3 years of relevant experience managing finance and accounting for a USAID or other donor-funded program;
- Experience with accounting systems;
- Demonstrated expertise in finance and accounting, specifically Armenian accounting;
- Ability to prioritize and manage a high-volume workload in a fast-paced work environment;
- Strong written and oral communication skills;
- Proficiency in MS Word, Outlook, Excel, SharePoint and other basic computer applications;
- Proficiency in QuickBooks Online;
- Fluency in written and spoken English and Armenian.

Preferred Requirements:
- Experience with USAID programs, especially USAID/OTI, preferred;
- Advanced degree in a relevant field preferred;
- Experience living and working in Armenia.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES: 

Interested candidates are asked to send their CVs to: ******@***********.***.

Please clearly mention in your application letter that you learned of this announcement through Career Center and mention the URL of its website - www.careercenter.am. Thanks.