Finance Analyst, Ultra-Poor Graduation Initiative

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Position:
Finance Analyst, Ultra-Poor Graduation Initiative

Job Location:
Dhaka, Bangladesh

About the Ultra-Poor Graduation Initiative

The
Ultra-Poor Graduation Initiative
is a global unit within BRAC International that was founded in 2016 to build off the success of BRAC's Ultra-Poor Graduation program in Bangladesh. Graduation is an evidence-based, scalable intervention proven to break the poverty trap for the long term. So far, BRAC's flagship Graduation program has impacted over 2 million Bangladeshi households—totaling over 9 million people. To help eradicate extreme poverty, BRAC UPGI is working to scale globally by integrating Graduation into existing government programs and help 21 million more people lift themselves from extreme poverty by 2026. At present UPGI has interventions with governments in South Africa, Rwanda, India, Indonesia, the Philippines, and India.

About the Position

The Finance Analyst (Accounts Assistant) will be responsible for managing accounts payable and staff reimbursement processes, ensuring timely and accurate payments in compliance with organizational policies. Additionally, He/she will support the preparation of financial reports and provision of key data to support informed decision-making by management.

The suitable candidate will ensure compliance with donor requirements, manage financial controls and associated risks and oversee reporting. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in managing complex financial operations in the development or nonprofit sector. The position will also be involved in business process improvement and special projects from time to time.

The Finance Analyst (Accounts Assistant)
will report directly to the Specialist, Finance, with a dotted line to the Senior Manager, Finance & Grants. Additionally, the role involves developing close working relationships while seeking technical inputs and guidance from UPGI's Operations team members across the different regions. Excellent communication and negotiation skills are crucial, as the position requires liaising with various stakeholders and ensuring compliance with organizational policies and industry guidelines.

This role demands a detail-oriented individual with strong attention to detail, exceptional multitasking abilities and excellent communication skills to ensure a smooth execution and delivery of services with a customer-centric approach.

Primary Responsibilities

● Processing of staff reimbursement claims according to organisation policies.

● Management of the accounts payable process receiving and processing vendor invoices, ensuring timeliness and accuracy of payments to vendors and staff.

● Prepare the monthly reconciliation of the staff payable and receivable accounts.

● Supporting the preparations of financial reports by providing data

● Preparation of aging schedules for the balance sheet accounts,

● Maintaining accurate support documentation for all payments, including those made to non-registered countries, adhering to relevant regulations.

● Assisting with the month-end closing process and other ad-hoc finance processes.

● Promoting a strong internal control environment and
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ecommend improvements to enhance efficiency and minimize risk for the accounts payable process.

● Identifying and driving process improvements, including the creation of standard and ad-hoc reports, tools and dashboards,

Other (Safeguarding Responsibilities):

● Ensuring the safety of team members from any harm, abuse, neglect, harassment, and exploitation to achieve the program's goals of safeguarding implementation.

● Practice, promote and endorse the issues of safeguarding policy among team members and ensure the implementation of safeguarding standards in every course of action.

● Follow the safeguarding reporting procedure in case any reportable incident takes place and encourage others to do so.

Qualifications

● Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting ,Bcom , Management, or a related field.

● A part qualification either CPA Part 2 or ACCA Level 2 is a prerequisite,

● Minimum of two [2] years of progressive experience in finance or similar roles.

● Having experience of working in an international NGO will be an added advantage.

● Experience in donor funded projects & treasury management with understanding about rules and regulation of major donors.

● In-depth understanding of procurement processes, contract management, and travel logistics.

● Proficiency in MS Office, project management tools, and procurement systems.

● Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail and accuracy.

● Diplomatic, with strong interpersonal skills and a high degree of political sensitivity

● Strong English skills and local language fluency required

● Exceptional communication and representational skills

● Ability and willingness to travel required.

How to Apply

This is an outstanding opportunity to support a highly effective, collaborative, and innovative non-profit. BRAC International offers a competitive salary and benefits package.

Please upload your resume and detailed cover letter through the below link -

Finance Analyst (Accounts Assistant) Dhaka-Bangladesh

Please mention the name of the position in the subject line.

Only complete applications will be accepted, and short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Application deadline: 30th September 2025

BRAC is committed to safeguarding children, young people and adults, and expects all employees and volunteers to share the same commitment. We believe every stakeholder and every member of the communities we work with has the right to be protected from all forms of harm, abuse, neglect, harassment, and exploitation - regardless of age, race, religion, and gender, status as an individual with a disability or ethnic origin. Therefore, our recruitment policy and procedure include extensive background checks and disclosure of criminal records in order to ensure safeguarding to the fullest extent.

"BRAC International is an equal opportunities employer"