Finance Officer (Nepal)

Country: Nepal Organization: Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health Closing date: 31 Aug 2026 Position Title: Finance Officer Base Location: NEPAS office in Kathmandu Nepal, with some field visits to Lumbini Province, Nepal Reporting to: NEPAS, Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH Global) Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract Contract Duration: 4 days per week, until May 2029 Salary: EUR 317 per month / EUR 4,116 per year (salary paid for 13 months each year, to include festival allowance) Scope of work: The Finance Officer role is for four days per week until May 2029. The post holder will play a crucial role in the financial management of the ‘Sustainable Universal Neonatal And Under-five (Child) Life Outcomes (SUNAULO)’ project, implemented by the Nepal Paediatric Society (NEPAS) and the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH Global), as well as other day-to-day NEPAS financial activities. The role requires meticulous attention to detail, strong organizational skills and the ability to communicate financial information effectively. The Finance Officer is responsible for supporting the financial management, accounting, budgeting, compliance and reporting functions of the organization in accordance with Nepal Government regulations, donor requirements and organizational policies. The Finance Officer will oversee the timely implementation, documentation, monitoring and reporting of the budget for the project. Key responsibilities: 1.Financial management & accounting • Maintain accurate financial records, ledgers, vouchers, and supporting documents • Process payments, bank transactions, petty cash, and journal entries • Prepare monthly bank reconciliations and cash flow statements • Ensure timely recording of expenses and income in accounting software/manual systems 2. Budgeting & financial reporting • Support preparation and monitoring of project and operational budgets • Track expenditures against approved budgets and report variances • Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for management and donors • Assist in financial forecasting and budget revisions 3. Compliance & audit • Ensure compliance with Nepal labor laws, tax regulations, Social Security Fund (SSF), and organizational financial policies • Deduct and deposit applicable taxes (TDS), VAT, and other statutory payments along with tax clearance • Support in internal and external audits by preparing required documents and schedules • Maintain proper documentation for donor and statutory compliance 4. Coordination & support • Coordinate with programme staff regarding financial documentation and budget utilization • Liaise with banks, vendors, auditors, and government agencies when required • Support procurement and payment verification processes 5. Government and donor compliance • Support Social Welfare Council (SWC) financial reporting and documentation requirements • Assist in preparing financial reports and donor compliance documents • Ensure proper documentation for grants and project expenditures • Provide financial reports as required by stakeholders 6. Other • Work closely with team to prepare SWC project agreement (PA) budget and submission to SWC • Take lead role for SWC budget monitoring, ensure monthly reporting against project agreement • Provide orientation to team on financial matters • Need to solve problems in financial matters • Review and consolidate critical financial information (annual budgets, reports) • Review periodic burn rate and ensure it is in line with cash flow forecast • Undertake any other duties or responsibilities as required as part of the role Minimum required qualifications: • Masters degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration, or equivalent with a minimum of 3 years’ of work experience in financial management (preferably budgeting, procurement and donor/Social Welfare Council reporting) • Proven experience in dealing with audit, tax-related matters • Clear understanding of the development sector, its operating and regulatory environment (in Nepal) • Clear in-depth technical and practical knowledge and understanding of the relevant job domain Required knowledge & skills: • Strong leadership experience in finance and accounting • Strong experience of budget management and reporting for international donor-funded projects in Nepal • Knowledge of internal, external and project audit • Strong attention to detail • Experience in managing time and resource constraints • Strong computing skills, including Excel and accounting software • Strong communication, analytical and report writing skills with fluency in spoken and written English and Nepali • Enthusiasm to work independently and with a multi-disciplinary/ cross cultural team This Job Description is designed to guide the Finance Officer in fulfilling their role within the project. The responsibilities outlined are subject to review and may evolve based on programme needs. How to apply Please send a CV and cover letter outlining how your skills and experience match the requirements for the role, to katie.wood@rcpch.ac.uk by 31 August 2026. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted after this date with an invite to interview.