Finance Manager

Over the past few years, Afghanistan has witnessed a relative improvement in security and stability across much of the country. This has allowed humanitarian actors like INTERSOS to maintain uninterrupted access and expand services in areas that were previously hard to reach. Despite this progress, the humanitarian situation remains critical, with millions of Afghans continuing to face acute vulnerabilities due to prolonged economic hardship, natural disasters, and limited access to essential services.

In 2025, more than half of the population is in need of humanitarian assistance, with food insecurity, child malnutrition, and displacement remaining key concerns. Natural disasters, such as floods and recent earthquakes, have further compounded the needs of already struggling communities.

INTERSOS continues to operate through a community-based approach with field bases in Kabul, Kandahar, and Zabul, delivering primary healthcare, nutrition, and protection services with a focus on women, children, and persons with disabilities. The organization enjoys strong community acceptance and collaborates closely with relevant national authorities, including maintaining the full participation of female staff in all activities.

While the operational environment is largely stable and conducive, funding shortfalls and systemic barriers such as restrictions on financial flows and administrative bottlenecks continue to impact the scope and scale of humanitarian response. Sustained support is crucial to ensure the continuity of life-saving services and to address the urgent needs of Afghanistan’s most vulnerable populations.

The Finance Manager is responsible for managing the operational financial performance of the Afghanistan Mission by leading budgeting, financial planning, donor financial management, treasury, liquidity, cost recovery, and grant monitoring. The position ensures efficient utilization of donor resources while maintaining financial sustainability, supporting program implementation and strengthening financial decision-making across the Mission.

Main Responsibilities

Finance Department Management

•         Oversee the day-to-day operations of the Finance Department under the guidance and supervision of the Finance Coordinator/Head of Support Services.

•         Supervise, coordinate, and provide technical support to the Senior Accounting Officer and other finance staff to ensure efficient and compliant financial operations.

•         Monitor the implementation of finance work plans and ensure timely completion of accounting, treasury, payroll, budgeting, reporting, and compliance activities.

•         Review workload distribution within the Finance Department and recommend improvements to enhance efficiency and internal controls.

•         Ensure effective communication and coordination between the Finance Department and other departments to support quality project implementation.

•         Support the Finance Coordinator/Head of Support Services in strengthening the capacity of finance staff through coaching, mentoring, and on-the-job training.

•         Act as the focal point for the Finance Department during the absence of the Finance Coordinator/Head of Support Services and ensure continuity of finance operations, escalating strategic or high-risk issues as appropriate.

Budget Development and Proposal Costing

• Lead preparation of donor proposal budgets in collaboration with Program, Logistics, HR and Technical Departments.
• Ensure budgets comply with donor regulations and INTERSOS financial policies.
• Develop detailed budget narratives and financial assumptions.
• Coordinate budget negotiations with HQ and donors.
• Prepare revised budgets, budget amendments and no-cost extension financial revisions.
• Ensure staffing, logistics, procurement and operational costs are accurately budgeted.
• Maintain standardized budgeting templates.

Financial Planning and Forecasting

• Develop annual Mission financial plans and support strategic financial planning.
• Prepare quarterly and monthly financial forecasts.
• Update Mission financial forecasts based on implementation progress.
• Monitor forecast accuracy and provide financial analysis for management decisions.

Grant Financial Management and Donor Financial Reporting

• Conduct monthly Budget vs Actual analysis.
• Identify under- and overspending and advise Program Managers on corrective actions.
• Ensure financial compliance throughout project implementation.

• Prepare interim and final donor financial reports.
• Coordinate with the Accounting Manager to ensure accounting reconciliation.
• Respond to donor financial queries.

Cost Recovery and Liquidity Management

• Prepare and maintain the Mission Master Budget on a yearly basis and update it as requested by the Country Director and Region finance coordinator.
• Calculate support cost recovery and recommend corrective actions where recovery is below target.
• Ensure proper allocation of coordination costs.

• Lead Mission liquidity planning and prepare monthly fund requests.
• Liaise with the Regional Finance Coordinator regarding liquidity requirements.

Internal Financial Controls

• Ensure implementation of financial SOPs in coordination with the Accounting Manager
• Review financial risks and support fraud prevention initiatives.

·       Identify financial compliance risks and propose mitigation strategies.

·       Provide technical guidance on tax procedures and internal controls.

Tax Compliance and Government Liaison

·       Secure the Business Receipt Tax (BRT) Exemption Letter annually.

·       Prepare and obtain the annual Tax Clearance Certificate from the Ministry of Finance.

·       Facilitate and support the process for Annual Tax Audit Clearance.

·       Liaise with relevant tax authorities and represent INTERSOS during official procedures.

·       Attend official meetings and project presentations with government authorities when delegated by the Finance Coordinator.

·       Prepare and submit the Semi-Annual Report in coordination with program, logistics, and HR departments.

·       Prepare and submit the MoU budget breakdown to the Field Coordinator and Liaison department.

Documentation and Filing:

·       Maintain an organized system for storing all tax and compliance-related documents in hard and soft formats.

·       Track and manage compliance deadlines, renewals, and report submissions via a compliance tracker.

Capacity Building and Support

·       Train finance and non-finance staff on compliance, taxation, donor rules, and documentation standards.

·       Raise awareness on compliance responsibilities across departments and field teams.

Ø  Additional tasks: Performs any other necessary tasks as the Finance Coordinator/Regional Finance Coordinator assigns.

·       University degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field (master’s degree preferred).

·       Minimum 5 years of professional experience in finance and compliance, with at least 3 to 4 years in the humanitarian/NGO sector.

·       Strong working knowledge of Afghan tax laws, especially regarding BRT, tax audits, and e-tax systems.

·       Experience preparing MoU budget breakdowns, financial reports, and government submissions.

·       Proven ability to liaise effectively with government departments and tax authorities.

·       Knowledge of donor compliance standards (e.g., ECHO, AICS, SV DRA, UN, etc.).

·       Excellent English communication skills (written and spoken); Dari and/or Pashto is a must

·       Advanced skills in MS Excel and financial management software.

Core Competencies

·       Strong analytical and organizational skills

·       High level of integrity, transparency, confidentiality, and professionalism

·       Proactive mindset with attention to detail

·       Team player with excellent interpersonal and coordination skills

·       Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines

Respected Applicants, please visit the link below and fill in the required information.

https://forms.gle/ZjBVbS4NzLL5FTes7

Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted with and called for a test/Interview.

Qualified People with Physical Disabilities and Female candidates are highly encouraged to apply