1. POSITION VACANT: Senior Finance Officer, International Not-for-Profit, New Delhi
2. ORGANIZATIONAL BACKGROUND:
Our client is a respected international not-for-profit research and development organisation focused on developing and delivering innovative treatments for diseases that disproportionately affect vulnerable populations in low-income regions. Working through global partnerships, scientific innovation and open collaboration, the organisation addresses critical gaps in healthcare and helps improve access to treatment for some of the world’s poorest and most marginalised communities.
3. ROLE OVERVIEW:
Our client is seeking a Senior Finance Officer (SFO) with a robust exposure to Global Accounting and Accounts Payable services . The role is a hands-on individual-contributor position, with primary responsibility for supporting the organisation’s operations both in the region and globally.
The SFO shall ensure accurate transaction processing, timely payments, robust accounting entries, financial closing support, balance-sheet reconciliations,
audit readiness and adherence to financial policies and internal controls. The incumbent shall also contribute to the standardisation, continuous improvement and digitalisation of finance processes. Sound conceptual accounting knowledge, accuracy, quality of work and consistent delivery against timelines are central to success in the role.
4. KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
A. Accounts Payable and Transaction Processing
(1) Receive and verify invoices, including contractual details, bank information, budget availability and supporting documentation, ensuring completeness and compliance;
(2) Record invoices accurately and promptly in the ERP system, applying the appropriate posting date, General Ledger account, description, project code and other required classifications;
(3) Route invoices electronically to the appropriate budget managers and holders in accordance with the Signature Policy, and follow up proactively on