Finance and Administration Assistant at Water Witness

Position: Finance and Administration Assistant

Location: Blantyre

Duration: 3 Months with possibility of extension

Overview 

Water Witness seeks to recruit a Temporary Finance and Administration assistant to be based in Blantyre. The Assistant will be part of the Finance team. He/she will assist Water Witness Malawi’s Team with various Finance tasks and projects, and support Finance policies and procedures.
 
Key Responsibilities 
The Finance and Administration Assistant will work on a range of tasks, including:
Assist in financial data entry, recording transactions, and maintaining financial records in accounting software or spreadsheets.
Assist in reconciling bank statements, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and other financial accounts to ensure accuracy and completeness of financial data.
Participate in audits and compliance reviews by providing documentation and assisting with audit preparations.
Support finance team members in ad-hoc projects, special assignments, and process improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
Assist in updating and maintaining financial databases, spreadsheets, and reports, ensuring data accuracy and consistency.
Participate in training sessions, workshops, and networking events to develop skills, expand knowledge, and build professional relationships.
Provide administrative support to finance team members, such as scheduling meetings, organizing files, and handling correspondence.
Take the initiative to learn about different areas of finance, ask questions, and seek opportunities for growth and development.

What We’re Looking For 
A Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting/Finance or Business Administration
Intermediate proficiency in MS Word and MS Excel is required. PowerPoint skills would be an advantage.
Atleast one year experience in similar position
Excellent administrative and organizational skills.
Effective communication skills.
Attention to detail, a willingness to learn, and maintain confidentiality
Be of high integrity and have a sense of confidentiality
Be willing to take on extra responsibilities to achieve the goals/objectives set by the organization

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Method Of Application

please send your cover letter and resume to [email protected] with a subject clearly indicated “Finance and Administration Assistant” 

Closing date for receiving applications is Sunday, 1 December 2024 at noon.
Only short-listed candidates will be acknowledged. Applications should be sent via email only.
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