Job Opportunity at SEI

We are recruiting a Project Finance Assistant to provide assistance to the operations of project financial management, including reconciliations, budgeting and management of external service providers, among other key responsibilities.

Based in Bangkok, the SEI Asia Centre has a diverse team of multinational experts that integrate scientific research with participatory approaches to co-develop and share knowledge, build partnerships, and influence policy for resilient development. Research at SEI Asia focuses on gender and social equity, climate adaptation, disaster risk reduction, water insecurity and integrated water resources management, transitional agriculture, renewable energy and urbanization.

SEI Asia is an affiliate of Chulalongkorn University (CU), Thailand. SEI and CU have inked a long-term agreement until 2023 to foster innovative scientific research combined with effective policy engagement on development and environmental challenges in Asia. The key areas of collaboration are: intellectual engagement for joint research applications and fund mobilization; lecturing and seminars for CU’s students; post–graduate supervision and examination; and, CU-SEI employee linkages.

The role

The Project Finance Assistant will provide assistance to the operations of project financial management. The incumbent will report directly to the Senior Finance Officer and will liaise with external service providers, such as consultants, subgrantees and other relevant parties. Internally, he/she/they will interact with all colleagues in the Bangkok office.

Main responsibilities:

• Reconcile grant financial reports and supporting documentation.
• Reconcile project consultant expenditure reports and supporting documentation.
• Coordinate with project lead on all requirements in order to finalize the reconciliation of grant financial reporting and consultant expenditure reports under the supervision of the Senior Finance Officer.
• Support project meetings and workshops on cash reimbursements, and check supporting documentation.
• Provide support on preparing project financial reports to donors.
• Prepare monthly project financial reports from the UNIT4 ERP system.
• Create project budgets on the UNIT4 ERP system.
• Update the subgrantee and subcontract logbook.
• Assist with end-of-year account closing and auditing.
• Support on any additional tasks as required.

Accountability:

• Ensure accuracy of grant and consultancy financial reports and supporting documentation.

Authority:

• Review grant financial reports and consultant expenditure reports.
• Reviews project expenditure reimbursement.

Who you are:

You are an enthusiastic and ambitious accountant/finance worker seeking an opportunity to grow in an international institution, with experience in supporting financial management projects. You are familiar with donor and project/programme requirements and regulations, as well as institutional finance policy.

Formal qualifications and knowledge:

• Degree in Accounting or Finance with a minimum of 1 years’ experience, or 3 years of experience in a similar role in a related field/degree.
• Experienced in bookkeeping practices and principles, and knowledge of internal controls, general ledger, cash management and reconciliations.
• Experienced in working with multiple foreign currencies and a good understanding of foreign exchange hedging.
• Experienced in working with financial and information technology systems and Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Fluent in Thai and good communication skills in English.

Desirable Qualifications:

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

Personal skills required in the position:

• Good planning, organizational and time management skills.
• Multi-tasking skills with the ability to prioritize tasks.
• Service minded with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Fast learner with adaptable and flexible work ethics.
• Flexibility to adapt, positive attitude towards change, and a constructive approach to problem-solving.

Our offer

At SEI Asia, we offer a stimulating position in an international environment. You will be part of a leading multinational, multidisciplinary and multilingual team of experts in an organization where the well-being and development of our employees is of high priority. We value diversity and creativity at the core of what we do, and we welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply. Our ambition is to provide a safe, professional and creative workspace for all.

Employment at SEI Asia includes:

• Competitive package within international non-profit organizations in
• Thailand including Provident Fund and Social Security Fund.
• Annual international health insurance, covering spouse and children, and additional benefits connected to promoting employee well-being.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Flexible working hours, 37.5-hour workweek and a generous number of vacation days.
• Being part of tackling environmental and development challenges developing solutions for a sustainable future for all.

Additional information

SEI Asia is comprised of over 20 nationalities and provides an internationally competitive level NGO salary and benefits package, with all employee contracts covered under Thai labour laws. For this post we expect candidates of junior levels to apply.

This is a full-time, 2-year renewal position with placement at the SEI Asia office in Bangkok, Thailand. We apply a standard 6-month probation period. Start date is as soon as possible or by arrangement.

SEI has a hybrid work environment, which allows employees to share their time between the SEI office and working remotely from their homes in Bangkok.