Assistant Director/ Deputy Director - Finance & Accounts

Position: Assistant Director / Deputy Director (Finance & Accounts)

Organization: Manabik Shahajya Sangstha (MSS)
Location: Dhaka
Employment Status: Full-time
Workplace: Office-based

About the Organization:

Manabik Shahajya Sangstha (MSS) is a renowned national-level NGO dedicated to socio-economic development since 1974. It provides microfinance services to over 200,000 clients in both rural and urban areas, supported by PKSF, banks, and other financial institutions.

Job Summary:

The Assistant Director / Deputy Director (Finance & Accounts) will be responsible for overseeing and managing all financial operations of the Microfinance Program at MSS. This includes financial planning, budgeting, monitoring, reporting, regulatory compliance, and risk mitigation. The role requires close collaboration with senior management, donors, external stakeholders, and strong leadership to guide the finance team in executing financial operations aligned with MSS’s mission and strategic goals.

Educational Requirements:

M.Com / MBS / MBA in Accounting or Finance from any reputed university

Professional qualifications such as CA (CC), CMA (part-qualified), or ACCA (part-qualified) are preferred

Experience Requirements:

Minimum 10 years of core accounting experience, including at least 2 years in a similar senior finance position

Candidates with experience in microfinance organizations with over 100 branches will be given preference

Previous experience in NGOs, development agencies, or micro-credit organizations is essential

Additional Requirements:

Age must not exceed 45 years

Strong understanding of financial management, accounting principles, budgeting, and reporting

In-depth knowledge of VAT & Tax regulations and return submissions

Hands-on experience with ERP and financial software (e.g., Microfin 360)

Advanced proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel

Excellent analytical skills for financial evaluation, budget preparation, and cash flow management

High attention to detail for processing payments, voucher preparation, and reconciliation

Strong time management and multitasking abilities

Ability to perform under pressure and manage complex financial processes

Effective communication and interpersonal skills for working with internal teams and external partners

Proficiency in both Bangla and English; must be able to type in both (Bijoy and English)

Willingness to work beyond office hours if necessary

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and implement business plans and budgets for Microfinance Programs

Monitor branch office expenses and prepare variance reports comparing budgeted vs. actual expenses

Prepare financial reports (monthly, quarterly, half-yearly, annual) as per donor and organizational requirements

Maintain liaison with PKSF, lending institutions, and MRA for financial matters

Review audit findings and ensure coordination between program and finance teams

Apply updated VAT and Tax guidelines from NBR, ensure proper deductions at source

Participate in procurement processes in compliance with organizational policies

Verify bills and vouchers against codes, budget allocation, and policies

Ensure accuracy of financial documentation including payroll, vouchers, reports, and inventories

Comply with financial and HR policies, donor guidelines, and manuals

Update and develop financial manuals and other related policy documents as required

Ensure proper physical verification and maintenance of assets

Prepare monthly and annual financial statements and submit required reports

Check daily fund positions and report to Head of Accounts

Prepare and analyze budgets and manage treasury functions

Supervise cash handling and investigate any discrepancies

Review and validate data in Microfin 360 software

Ensure timely bank reconciliations by the first week of every month

Maintain effective relationships with banks to manage credit facilities

Generate various financial and management reports

Monitor petty cash and cash book entries at the Head Office

Lead the Finance & Accounts department and oversee all operations

Carry out additional duties as assigned by supervisors

Conduct field visits and take corrective actions as needed

Compensation & Benefits:

Salary: Negotiable

Travel Allowance, Mobile Allowance, Medical Allowance

Contributory Provident Fund, Gratuity

Two Festival Bonuses per year

Annual Salary Increment

Special Staff Welfare Fund (SWF) for medical support for employees and their families

Death benefit under SWF….