ThaiNGO

Location: Bangkok, Thailand

Contract: Two-year fixed-term contract with the possibility of extension, depending on funding

Deadline: 8 November 2020

About SEI: SEI is an independent, international research institute founded in 1989. Its mission is to support decision-making and induce change towards sustainable development around the world by providing integrative knowledge that bridges science and policy in the field of environment and development. SEI was ranked as the most influential environment think tank in the world in the Global Go To Think Tanks Index 2019, compiled by the University of Pennsylvania’s Think Tanks and Civil Societies Program.

SEI has about 270 employees working at research centres in seven countries around the world. Our Headquarters are located in Stockholm, Sweden with other centres in Estonia (SEI Tallinn); the United Kingdom (SEI York and SEI Oxford); the United States (office in Boston, Seattle and Davis); Thailand (SEI Asia); and Kenya (SEI Africa).

SEI Asia, based in Bangkok, has a diverse team of multinational experts that integrates scientific research with participatory approached to co-develop and share knowledge, build partnerships, and reducing disaster risk, water insecurity and integrated water resources management, transitional agriculture, renewable energy and urbanization. SEI Asia is an affiliate of Chulalongkorn University, Thailand.

SEI Asia is an equal opportunity employer and we consider all applicants on the basis of qualifications and competencies regardless but not limited to race, national origin, religious beliefs, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability and marital status. We are committed to ensuring diversity and equality within our organization and applicants from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

The role: The Finance Assistant will provide assistance on financial accounting management. The incumbent will report directly to the Head of Operations and will liaise with external service providers such as banks, consultants, and other relevant parties. Internally, he/she/they will interface with all colleagues in the office.

Key duties and responsibilities include:

• Handle employee expense claims and activity expenses claims (e.g. ensure that support documents are completed and accurate)
• Handle invoices from suppliers
• Be the contact person for vendors regarding payment by checks, cash, bank deposit etc.
• Prepare cash disbursement forms and process reimbursements to employees as well as payment to suppliers
• Handle monthly accounting reports using Excel
• Reconcile grants financial reports and supporting documents
• Assist with end of year account closing and audit
• Support on any additional tasks as required

Who you are: We are looking for a junior accountant to be a member of a strong and dynamic Operations team. Apart from being good with numbers, you are able to and interested in working in an international working environment. To succeed in this role, you have a positive attitude and are flexible and open to change. You are constructive and enjoy providing good support to your colleagues.

Required qualifications and experience

• Degree in accounting, finance or other related field and 1-year experience in a similar role (or 3 years of experience in a similar role without a degree in accounting or finance)
• Experience of bookkeeping practices and principles, i.e. knowledge of internal controls, general ledger, cash management and reconciliations
• Experience of working in multiple foreign currencies and understanding of foreign exchange hedging
• Knowledge of financial- and information technology systems
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office, in particular Excel
• Good written and verbal communication skills in English and Thai
• Good organization- and prioritization skills

Desirable qualifications

• Familiarity with development aid
• Experience working in a research/non-profit organization
• Experience working in an international environment

How to apply: Please complete your online application at Apply Now button on SEI job page at this LINK

We are reviewing applications on an ongoing basis so please submit your application as soon as possible, however no later than 8 November 2020, 23:59 ICT.

Applications should be written in English and consist of a short CV and cover letter (maximum one page).

As we only accept applications through our recruitment system, please apply online using the button below and include:

• Cover letter highlighting relevant qualifications and experience      
• Curriculum vitae