Senior Finance Officer (Subject to Donor's Approval)

Job Summary Position Overview: The Senior Finance Officer is responsible for managing ASIO’s financial operations and systems. The role ensures compliance with donor requirements and Afghan legal requirements, preparing financial reports, overseeing budgeting, strengthens internal controls, and supports program teams with financial planning and monitoring. Key Responsibilities: Develop, monitor, and revise annual organizational and project budgets. Provide financial input during program design and proposal development. Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports. Ensure compliance with donor regulations, Afghan financial laws, and organizational policies. Ensure timely tax and legal reporting where applicable. Manage cash flow, bank accounts, and financial transactions. Supervise accounting staff and review accounting records. Monitor grant expenditures of the annual budgets and ensure donor reporting requirements are met. Prepare for and coordinate internal and external audits. Strengthen financial policies, procedures, and internal control systems. Identify risks and recommend justification measures. Ensure transparency, accountability, and integrity in financial management. Collaborate with program teams on budget planning and financial monitoring. Job Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field (Master degree is preferred). Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in NGO financial management. Experience managing donor-funded projects (ADB, IFAD, World Bank, USAID, UN, EU, GIZ, or similar). Strong knowledge of accounting software (QuickBooks, Tally, or equivalent). Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Excel. Strong analytical communication and leadership skills. Fluency in English; proficiency in Dari and/or Pashto is highly desirable. Key Competencies Financial planning and budgeting Donor compliance and reporting Leadership and team management Integrity and accountability Analytical thinking and attention to detail Problem-solving and decision-making Organizational Responsibilities: Notice to Applicants: Please be aware that as part of our commitment to ensuring the highest standards of professional conduct, all candidates applying for a position with our organization will be subject to comprehensive background and reference checks. This is to verify the accuracy of the information provided and assess suitability for the role. In addition, we place a strong emphasis on ethical behavior and integrity in our work environment. As such, adherence to our code of conduct forms an integral part of our annual performance appraisal process. We encourage all prospective applicants to bear this in mind when applying. Policy Adherence Adhere to the Code of Conduct, all applicable policies of the ASIO, maintain humanitarian principles and respect international humanitarian law. Fraud prevention: Committed to fraud prevention, detection, reporting and fraud risk reduction as per ASIO policies and procedures, donor regulations and local laws. Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA): The Afghanistan Social Improvement Organization (ASIO) strictly prohibits any form of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse by its staff towards the individuals they serve. Such actions are in direct violation of the universally recognized norms, values, principles, and standards that form the foundation of our organization. The responsibility of safeguarding against Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) lies with everyone, and all potential candidates must adhere to ASIO’s PSEA Policy without exception. Consequently, candidates under consideration will be subjected to thorough reference and background checks concerning any past incidents of sexual exploitation and abuse. They may also be asked to furnish additional information as part of the selection process. Compliance & Ethics: Promotes and encourages a culture of compliance and ethics throughout and within Afghanistan Social Improvement Organization “ASIO”. As applicable to the position, maintains a clear understanding of within Afghanistan Social Improvement Organization “ASIO” and donor compliance and ethics standards and adheres to those standards. Conducts tasks with the highest level of integrity. Safeguarding: It is all staff’s shared responsibility and obligation to safeguard and protect populations with whom we work, including adults who may be particularly vulnerable and children. We must ensure that our staff and partners do not engage in any conduct that could harm or exploit these individuals. This includes sexual exploitation and abuse, neglect or abuse of children and adults at risk, and any form of human trafficking.