Duty Station : Sittwe, Rakhine State
Report to : Support Services Manager
Overall purpose of the role:
Under the supervision of Support Services Manager (SSS), the Finance Manager will ensure that all financial functions within Rakhine state, including moderate planning, analysis, accounting, payments & payroll, budgeting, financial reporting, grant financial management, and day-to-day tasks, and ensure compliance are done effectively and in a timely manner in adherence to DRCโs Internal Controls and support.
Responsibilities:
Financial Accounting, Management and Reporting:
Establish and maintain internal financial procedures compatible with the countryโs law, DRCโs Operations Handbook, and donor requirements. Ensure that proper financial procedures are adhered to and maintained at field offices, in coordination with the Area & Support Services Manager in compliance with DRC rules and regulations. Lead over month end accounting cycle in Dynamics including bank & cash reconciliations. Maintain timely and accurate accounting records in compliance with DRC policies and procedures for Rakhine state. Manage day-to-day accounting functions, including regular cash verification, cash/bank reconciliation, monthly cashbooks closing, advancesโ reconciliation, timely submission of accounts to HQ finance desk Ensure payments to suppliers and recurrent expenditures are made in a timely manner and authorization done as per Area IDRA Ensure adherence to donor rules and regulations as regards financial transactions in Aden Area Office Ensure all financial documents are filed and archived systematically and safely stored. Ensure cash flow of field offices are maintained; Coordinate with program managers to get bi-weekly projections and supervise CTRs and send to CO. Ensure a controlled and smooth cash flow management process for the Rakhine Area Office & field offices โ promptly advising the Country Finance Manager when replenishment of bank accounts is necessary. Work with and support Rakhine Budget Holders in budget preparations, revisions, monitoring and follow ups; also, to prepare expenditure forecasts and ensure that adequate funds are available for program activities. Track accounts payables, advances & liquidations, prepayments and cross charging to respective grants and reconciliation of Dynamics records with DRC Cash books on monthly basis.Grant Management
Focal person for budget development (new + revised proposals) includes defining FO envelope at concept note and proposal stage in line with DRC budget development tool. Coordination with grant unit team to define budget template and set criteria and timeline. Assist SSM in conducting budget follow ups and monitor grant spending plan; Liaise with Program Managers for regular budget monitoring. Focal person for FO donor reporting including internal reporting to CO. Assist SSM in reviewing monthly BFUs/ FFU before submitting the final version to CO Focal person for developing and updating Master budget. Identify gaps in the Master budget at activity level. Support supply chain team in developing and monitoring their budgets. Support CO in development and implementation of shared cost allocation tools.Compliance
Ensure compliance with relevant country statutory laws, DRC operational handbook, SoPs developed at CO/ FO level and donor specific guidelines. Train support services and program teams over donor compliance rules and monitor compliance. Focal person for financial reviews to ensure compliance with DRC standards and practices.Audit
Coordination with CO over audit findings, develop and execute post audit improvement plan. Audit focal person for internal and external audits, conducted in the assigned field offices, this includes coordination with CO and field PMs in gathering the required info for the auditors. Developing audit register and track audit findings through program managersโ orientation over common issues.People Management & Capacity Building
DRC Dynamics ERP System
Ensure proper training and application of DRC Dynamics finance processes in the area/field offices. Apply reports and data analytics from DRC Dynamics finance system to improve finance performance. Ensure ERP finance functionalities are properly used by concerned staff and team has proper knowledge and access to information to use DRC Dynamics. Focal person for area finance teams in relation to Dynamics. Assist with any other reasonable task as directed by the Support Services / Area Manage/ CO.Technical Support to Sub-Partners
Work closely with partnership manager and team for assessment, review, and selection. Provide technical support on budget development, review, and finalization. Review and validation of partnersโ financial report. Provide capacity building on financial aspects, reporting, etc to Sub partners.Required experience and technical competencies
Masterโs degree in finance/accounting or business administration or professional certification in accounting. At least 4 years' experience in a senior financial management position i.e., manager or coordinator. At least 3 years' experience with people management. Proven experience in managing large budgets. Proven leadership skills and competence in people management. Competence in providing technical guidance and training. Proven experience in working with national partners, local/government authorities. Working experience with relevant donors. Advanced proficiency in Excel as well as experience working in a financial management system. Advanced English proficiency. Fluency in Local Languages.All DRC roles require the post-holder to master DRCโs core competencies:
Striving for excellence: Focusing on reaching results while ensuring efficient processes. Collaborating: Involving relevant parties and encouraging feedback. Taking the lead: Taking ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation. Communicating: Listening and speaking effectively and honestly. Demonstrating integrity: Upholding and promoting the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation to DRCโs values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment.Conditions
Contract: DRC will offer the successful applicant a DRCโs Regular contract including 3-month probation. Renewable depends on both funding and performance. Salary and conditions will be in accordance with DRCโs Terms of Employment. The position is placed in Employment Band F-management. This position is open only to Myanmar National.
Application and CV
Interested? Click the button to apply. Please send your application, in English, no later than 18th September 2025.
CV only applications will not be considered.
(Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and shortlisted candidates may be contacted for interview/an offer made before the advertised closing date)