Entrepreneurship in the territories: is it the right time?
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JOB VACANCY:
REGIONAL FINANCE OFFICER
ABOUT GAIA
GAIA is a worldwide alliance of more than 800 grassroots groups, non-governmental organizations, and individuals in over 90 countries whose ultimate vision is a just, zero waste world built on respect for ecological limits and community rights, where people are free from the burden of toxic pollution, and resources are sustainably conserved, not burned or dumped. We recognize that our planet’s finite resources, fragile biosphere, and the health of people and other living beings are endangered by polluting and inefficient production practices, and health-threatening disposal methods. Because of this, we oppose incinerators, landfills, and other end-of-pipe interventions. Our goal is clean production and creating a closed-loop, materials-efficient economy where all products are reused, repaired, or recycled.
ABOUT YOU
The regional office, GAIA Asia Pacific, is looking for a detail-oriented and highly-motivated Regional Finance Officer to support the organization with its accounting and financial management needs.
Reporting: Working under the direction of the Deputy Director for Finance, the Regional Finance Officer, in coordination with the Regional Coordinator, will support all financial reporting and budget planning aspects of the GAIA Asia Pacific office consistent with the national legal, donor, and its global office requirements.
Duration: A full-time regular position subject to a probationary period.
Location: This position will be working in-person (i.e., fully on-site) with the regional office based in Quezon City, Philippines.
Responsibilities: The scope of the position includes but is not limited to the following responsibilities:
- Support the Deputy Director for Finance in updating reporting trackers, reconciliation, tools, and consolidated financial reports;
- Assists the global finance team in closing grants process as per the instructions of the Deputy Director for Finance;
- Lead the work on the regional office’s government compliance (i.e., SEC, BIR, SSS, Pag-IBIG, and PhilHealth compliance);
- Support regional and country programs to ensure reviewing all backup and quality;
- Supports processing of bank requirements, monthly bank reconciliation, monitoring weekly cash flow, and preparation of check vouchers and checks;
- Assists in the preparation of a monthly summary of expenses per project and monthly variance report per project;
- Prepares monthly internal revenue payments and annualization;
- Assists with annual audit missions and requirements;
- Supports the preparation of monthly and yearly financial reports
QUALIFICATIONS
The ideal candidate would be adaptable and versatile in their professional disposition — someone who approaches all responsibilities, including clerical and administrative tasks, with diligence and a sense of ownership, regardless of seniority. At the same time, the candidate should possess the depth of experience, technical competence, and leadership potential necessary to transition into a managerial capacity within two years, as the organization continues to grow and evolve.
In addition to that, must-have qualifications include:
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting
- 3+ years working in non-profit finance and bookkeeping
- Previous experience in handling the complete accounting cycle, including but not limited to, identifying and analyzing financial transactions, recording entries in the general journal, posting to the general ledger, preparing the unadjusted trial balance, making adjusting entries, generating the adjusted trial balance, producing financial statements, and completing the closing process to prepare accounts for the succeeding period.
- Strong general computer and technical skills, including expertise in using MS Office and Google Sheets; as well as digital communication tools such as Slack, Signal, WhatsApp, and Google Suite
- Experienced in using Quickbooks; able to work across platforms and learn new technology quickly
- Trustworthy and has experience in safeguarding confidential documents and information
- Responsive to a wide array of incoming inquiries and requests including emails and other communication, and has demonstrable experience in working collaboratively and independently
- Ability to problem-solve, take initiative, and maintain efficiency in a rapidly changing, dynamic environment
- Strong familiarity with relevant Philippine corporate laws and regulations
- Passion for social and environmental justice
HOW TO APPLY
Interested candidates should complete the form through this link (https://forms.gle/LeioyRRpLHxsYT8t9).
The position will be open until filled; the first round of interviews will commence immediately.
GAIA is an equal opportunity employer. This is a full-time, non-exempt position. Salary is commensurate to qualifications and experience, based on experience. Benefits are competitive for a mid-sized environmental and social justice group based in the Philippines.
