Finance Officer - USAID/Engineering Support Program - South Sudan (Juba, South Sudan)
Green Powered Technology (GPTech) is a global sustainable energy and infrastructure consulting firm passionate about engineering and energizing a sustainable future. We are a close-knit team of highly qualified technical and development professionals dedicated to making a lasting impact for realizing a sustainable future.
Providing comprehensive services for the entire project lifecycle, we deliver solutions to help clients save money, enhance operations, protect the environment, and achieve sustainable impacts. We are a trusted partner for delivering sustainable solutions through ongoing engagement and continuous improvement. GPTech is a signatory to the Global Compact and supports the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals with an emphasis on providing technical support in the areas of Affordable and Clean Energy; Climate Action; Sustainable Cities and Communities; Clean Water and Sanitation; and Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure.
As a small business, we are proud of our big results. After just 14 years in business, GPTech has successfully supported more than 100 projects for over 30 clients in over 75 countries, with no sign of slowing down. Today, we are one of the world’s leaders in employing innovative energy and engineering solutions to sustainably manage the earth’s resources and meet societal needs. Visit www.greenpoweredtechnology.com for more information.
About the Position:
Green Powered Technology (GPTech) is seeking a Finance Officer to support the USAID Architecture and Engineering III (A&E III) Quality Assurance Task Order in South Sudan. The Finance Officer will oversee the financial operations of the project. Responsibilities include supervision of other project office staff and leadership on project finance and accounting tasks, such as managing payroll, and accounts payable (A/P); creating and posting journal entries; tracking and preparing VAT reports; creating local purchase orders; reviewing local expense reports; handling month end closing; performing bank reconciliations; maintaining local bank accounts; managing cash requests; and providing oversight to ensure that payments and expenditures are in compliance with client (U.S. Government) requirements.
Responsibilities:
Accounts Payable Management
Payroll Management
Qualifications:
Thank you for applying and for your interest in Green Powered Technology. Only qualified candidates selected for further screening will be contacted. Candidates will be evaluated continuously. All are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, as employment may be contingent upon a successful background check, security clearance, and/or customer approval.
The physical demands and work environment that are described in this position description are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
This position description is a summary of the essential functions and requirements of this position. This document is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties and requirements of the position; at any time, the employee’s manager may assign other duties as related, or as otherwise deemed appropriate and necessary, within the general scope of the role, without the need for additional compensation.
Green Powered Technology is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and encourages diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all persons, in all facets of the employment process. Green Powered Technology prohibits the discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, parental status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Providing comprehensive services for the entire project lifecycle, we deliver solutions to help clients save money, enhance operations, protect the environment, and achieve sustainable impacts. We are a trusted partner for delivering sustainable solutions through ongoing engagement and continuous improvement. GPTech is a signatory to the Global Compact and supports the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals with an emphasis on providing technical support in the areas of Affordable and Clean Energy; Climate Action; Sustainable Cities and Communities; Clean Water and Sanitation; and Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure.
As a small business, we are proud of our big results. After just 14 years in business, GPTech has successfully supported more than 100 projects for over 30 clients in over 75 countries, with no sign of slowing down. Today, we are one of the world’s leaders in employing innovative energy and engineering solutions to sustainably manage the earth’s resources and meet societal needs. Visit www.greenpoweredtechnology.com for more information.
About the Position:
Green Powered Technology (GPTech) is seeking a Finance Officer to support the USAID Architecture and Engineering III (A&E III) Quality Assurance Task Order in South Sudan. The Finance Officer will oversee the financial operations of the project. Responsibilities include supervision of other project office staff and leadership on project finance and accounting tasks, such as managing payroll, and accounts payable (A/P); creating and posting journal entries; tracking and preparing VAT reports; creating local purchase orders; reviewing local expense reports; handling month end closing; performing bank reconciliations; maintaining local bank accounts; managing cash requests; and providing oversight to ensure that payments and expenditures are in compliance with client (U.S. Government) requirements.
Responsibilities:
Accounts Payable Management
- Manage general ledger (GL) accounting, monthly closing, financial analysis, and monthly financial reports. Review A/P vouchers, review expense reports and advances, and process timely and accurate payments of vendor invoices.
- Work closely with GPTech Home Office to establish systems for vendor set-up, review, and approval, to ensure accuracy of vendor information in the financial system.
- Ensure that A/P, payroll, advances, prepayments, accruals, fixed assets, and accumulated depreciation are reconciled monthly, in compliance with GPTech accounting manual and generally accepted accounting principles.
- Reconcile credit card accounts monthly, in compliance with generally accepted accounting principles.
- Produce monthly GL statement of accounts and submit it to GPTech Home Office.
- Provide technical accounting guidance to the program team.
- Help improve subsidiary office controls and reporting.
- Prepare monthly internal financial statements, including data required for monthly closings, year-end closing, reviews, and statutory reporting.
- Process in-country travel expenses.
- Support external and internal audits.
- Perform other responsibilities and duties as assigned.
Payroll Management
- Review and approve payroll before processing.
- Manage monthly payroll reconciliation.
- Prepare weekly, monthly, quarterly, and year-end reports (e.g., gross payroll, hours worked, vacation accrual, tax deductions, benefit deductions) for GPTech management.
- Ensure that staff salary deductions are made correctly and remitted promptly.
- Maintain current knowledge of applicable wage and hour laws.
- Promptly and accurately reconcile GL accounts related to payroll (e.g., tax payments and health, dental, and life insurance payments).
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field, with a minimum of 5 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Experience with QuickBooks; advanced Microsoft Excel skills
- Experience working with the international development industry
- Knowledge of South Sudan accounting regulations
- Ability to read, write, and speak English
- Demonstrated ability to show initiative, solve problems, handle multiple tasks simultaneously, and remain calm under pressure
- Demonstrated ability to work independently, prioritize, and develop timelines and schedules
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written. Ability to interact effectively and professionally with staff and management at all levels, and with personnel having varying degrees of financial knowledge
- USAID experience (highly desirable)
- Knowledge of the U.S. Federal Acquisition Regulations, travel regulations, procurement best practices, and International Financial Accounting Standards (preferred)
Thank you for applying and for your interest in Green Powered Technology. Only qualified candidates selected for further screening will be contacted. Candidates will be evaluated continuously. All are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, as employment may be contingent upon a successful background check, security clearance, and/or customer approval.
The physical demands and work environment that are described in this position description are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
This position description is a summary of the essential functions and requirements of this position. This document is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties and requirements of the position; at any time, the employee’s manager may assign other duties as related, or as otherwise deemed appropriate and necessary, within the general scope of the role, without the need for additional compensation.
Green Powered Technology is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and encourages diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all persons, in all facets of the employment process. Green Powered Technology prohibits the discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, parental status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
This is a regular full time position