RTI International is one of the world's leading research institutes, dedicated to improving the human condition by turning knowledge into practice. Our staff of more than 4,000 provides research and technical services to governments and businesses in more than 75 countries in the areas of health and pharmaceuticals, education and training, surveys and statistics, advanced technology, international development, economic and social policy, energy and the environment, and laboratory testing and chemical analysis. In the international education sector, from our longstanding work in post-apartheid South Africa to innovative work in Early Grade Reading Assessment (EGRA), including recently in Ethiopia, RTI works to improve education quality, relevance, access, and efficiency around the world. RTI is recruiting for the USAID Ethiopia READ-TA education project, focused on curriculum revision and textbook development. We are looking for proven performance in a variety of areas, with knowledge and experience in implementing evidence-based approaches to instructional improvement. READ TA has 3-cross-cutting themes: gender, inclusive education and technology. The positions will be long term assignments. Local candidates are preferred. Females are strongly encouraged to apply.
JOB SUMMARY
The Finance Assistant is responsible for supporting the finance function in delivering the team Objectives in a timely and accurate manner. S/he will support appropriate systems and procedures (cash management, vendor payments) to properly disburse and account for project funds which are cost effective, timely, have proper internal controls and comply with the terms of the agreement.
Job Functions
Maintain custody of the office cash (small payments only), handle all matters related to day-to-day Petty Cash management including:
preparation of cash vouchers for reimbursement, making payments to recipients, preparing summaries and reconciliations for timely replenishment of Petty Cash Fund
Travel to the to facilitate per diem and transportation payment to participants of trainings, conferences, or meetings, to effect payment for training halls, refreshments, supplies and other items required for trainings and meetings.
Effect Payment to all disbursements of project activity, to trainings conducted at the training sites, daily laborer payments, Collecting cash/refunds from customers, Collect & file receipts, invoices from suppliers, Maintain and keep proper file for documents related to Petty cash payments
Collect, keep and file receipts and pertinent financial supporting documents from recipient of the cheque, and by adjusting the stamp date and writing the cheque number on every settled document, use “PAID” stamp.
Prepare Payment Vouchers and Cheque, Present cheque with the check stub and payment vouchers to Finance Financial manage for verification and PV approval.
Maintain check register file on an excel sheet (soft Copy) and update for every check payment and reconcile this balance with the balance on the check stab.
In collaboration with the Accountant, support collection and filing of all cash and bank vouchers, maintain Voucher Filing Systems such that files are: up-to-date, complete and safe-guarded.
Ensure that all monthly deductions are prepared and paid to the concerned government it authority timely.
Assist the Accountant in recording transactions in Quick Books.
Photocopy financial documents as requested.
Job Requirement
Minimum Required Education & Experience Education
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Business Administration or a relevant field
Experience
Minimum 2 years of working experience in a large reputable firm
Minimum 2 years of experience in basic accounting practices
Skills and Abilities
Fluency in both reading, written and spoken English is required
Proficiency in using Excel and other financial software
Ability to follow guidelines and controls required of the position
Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of an organization