Field Finance Officer

Position: Field Finance Officer

Position Summary: Under the supervision of the Senior Finance Officer and coordination of the Field Project Coordinator, the Finance Officer will support financial management and accounting operations at APCfC’s Mega Field Office (Borena Zone, Oromia Region). The role focuses on maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring compliance with policies and donor requirements, and supporting timely financial reporting.

Employment Details

• Type: Full-time
• Contract Duration: 6 months (renewable based on performance and funding)
• Duty Station: Mega Town, Borena Zone, Oromia Region
• Basic Salary: 59,906.03 ETB

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Financial Management & Accounting: maintain accurate, complete, and up-to-date financial records for all transactions, ensuring that each entry is properly coded and classified according to project, activity, and cost category requirements.
• Payments & Documentation: will be responsible for preparing payment vouchers, verifying the completeness and accuracy of all supporting documents, and supporting the payment process in line with established procedures. The role also requires maintaining well-organized filing systems to always ensure proper documentation and audit readiness.
• Cash & Bank Management: manage petty cash operations and support bank transactions, ensuring accuracy and compliance with organizational procedures. The role also includes performing regular cash and bank reconciliations and maintaining proper records to ensure accountability and financial integrity.
• Budget Monitoring: responsible for tracking expenditure against approved budgets and supporting effective budget monitoring. This includes identifying and analyzing variances to ensure expenditure remains aligned with planned allocations and supporting timely budget adjustments where necessary.
• Financial Reporting: assist in the preparation of monthly and periodic financial reports, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timeliness. The role also involves supporting compliance with donor reporting requirements by contributing to the preparation and submission of financial reports in line with established guidelines and deadlines.
• Compliance & Audit: ensure adherence to statutory and regulatory requirements, including tax and pension obligations, in line with applicable laws and organizational policies. The role also involves supporting internal and external audit processes by providing necessary documentation and assisting in the timely follow-up and closure of audit recommendations.
• Coordination & Accountability: coordinate closely with program and procurement teams to ensure proper financial documentation and compliance with established procedures. The role also involves promoting transparency, accountability, and ethical conduct in all financial operations, ensuring adherence to organizational values and standards.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Education: BA/BSc in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field
• Experience: 3–5 years relevant experience in finance/accounting; NGO/donor-funded project experience is an advantage; Field-level finance experience is highly desirable.
• Technical Skills: Strong accounting and financial management knowledge; Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel; Familiarity with accounting software/ERP is an asset.
• Personal Attributes: Strong attention to detail and integrity; Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines; Good communication and teamwork skills; Ability to work in challenging field conditions.
• Languages: Fluency in English and Afan Oromo required.

How To Apply

Submit: Cover Letter; Updated CV, and Copies of relevant credentials to the Email: [email protected]

Deadline: 08 June 2026

Subject line: Applying for Field Finance Officer – Mega Field Office

Additional Information: Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted, and incomplete or late applications will not be considered. Successful candidates will be required to sign APCfC safeguarding and staff conduct commitments. For further inquiries, applicants may contact +251 115 318141.