Financial Management Assistant (Reliever)

About the role

Assist in budget preparation, monitor actual expenses, and prepare periodic financial statements and related fund utilization reports, financial forecasts and studies for designated programs in Arts and Culture, Development Programs, Education, and other assigned projects. Support the program manager by providing financial information in a timely and effective manner.

Key responsibilities

• Provide assistance to Project Leads in the development of each program's annual budget and in project costing of new programs and special projects
• Track fund utilization for each program
• Monitor cash advances and review liquidation reports
• Verify requests for payments and budget availability
• Verify collection reports for special projects, as applicable
• Prepare periodic financial statements and other related financial reports for assigned programs
• Assist in other special projects related to Financial Management as assigned

About you

• At least a Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, and/or Business-related courses
• Preferably with 1-2 years of related experience in Financial Management or related functions
• Familiarity with accounting processes, reconciliations, and financial reporting
• Working knowledge of accounting and financial management systems is an advantage
• Good with numbers, highly analytical, keen on details and resourceful with ability to prepare financial reports, schedules, and journal entries
• Effective oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple deadlines
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word and PowerPoint
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion