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Job Title: Finance Assistant (National Position)

Department: Finance                                        Job Family: Operation

Reports to: Finance Manager                          Job Grade: BG-6 

Type of Appointment: This is a temporary position with the possibility of extension after one year of employment, subject to the availability of funding.

Salary Scale: BG-6 – starting from THB 40,000 per month, plus 13th-month bonus and health benefits.

Location: Bangkok, Thailand 

Purpose of the Position:

The Finance Assistant will provide crucial support to the finance team, ensuring the efficient and accurate management of financial transactions and records. This role involves assisting with various financial tasks, including processing payments, maintaining financial records, preparing reports, and ensuring compliance with financial policies and procedures. In addition, Finance Assistant coordinates cross-functionally with all program teams including Fundraising and Public Relations to ensure financial compliance per AITH financial policy is effectively implemented without lapses.

Key Responsibilities and Duties:

Financial Transactions Processing:

• Process invoices, payments, and expense reports accurately and in a timely manner.

• Prepare and process payment vouchers and receipts.

• Ensure proper coding and documentation of all financial transactions.

• Maintain petty cash records and reconcile balances.

Financial Record Keeping and Reporting:

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records, both physical and electronic.

• Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.

• Reconcile bank statements and other financial accounts.

• Maintain organized filing systems for financial documents.

Financial Administration and Compliance:

• Ensure compliance with internal financial policies and procedures.

• Assist in the preparation for audits and provide necessary documentation.

• Support the finance team in budget monitoring and tracking expenses.

• Assist in the implementation of financial controls.

Administrative Support:

• Respond to financial inquiries from staff and external stakeholders.

• Assist in the preparation of financial presentations and documents.

• Perform other administrative tasks as assigned by the supervisor.

• Work with other departments to obtain financial information as needed.

Software and Systems:

• Utilize accounting software and other financial management systems (e.g., EXCEL, ERP…).

• Maintain and update financial data in relevant software.

• Assist in the troubleshooting of financial software problems.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in accounting, finance, or a related field.

• 2 years of experience in finance or accounting role.

• Possess knowledge of basic accounting principles and financial procedures.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications is desired.

• Experience with accounting software is an asset.

• Experience with maintaining financial records.

• Experience in working in financial management with an NGO environment is an asset.

Required Skills and Competencies:

• Strong numerical and analytical skills.

• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Strong organizational and time management skills.

• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work in a multicultural environment.

• Ability to learn new software.

• Ability to follow complex rules.

• Excellent Thai and English language proficiency.

Performance Indicators:

• Accuracy and timeliness of financial transactions processing.

• Accuracy and completeness of financial records and reports.

• Compliance with financial policies and procedures.

• Effectiveness in responding to financial inquiries.

• Efficiency in utilizing financial software and systems.

• Effective working relationships, communication and collaboration with Supervisor and Team Members.

Organizational Mechanism:

• Internal: Finance team, Operations Team and other departments.

• External: Vendors, auditors, banks and all related institutions.

This Job Description covers the main tasks and conveys the spirit of the sort of tasks that are anticipated proactively from staff. Other tasks may be assigned as necessary according to organizational needs. 

It is part of every staff member's responsibility to contribute to Amnesty Thailand ITH and the mission and comply to its values, which are: Mutual respect, Equity and justice, Honesty and transparency, Solidarity with the poor, Courage of conviction, Independence, Humility 

Applications:

Send a one-page cover letter detailing the motivation that matches criteria of selection above, together with an up-to-date CV, both in English, to: kanana.k@amnesty.or.th

The application deadline is 30 April 2025; however, early submissions are strongly encouraged, as the position may be filled before the deadline. Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis.