Consultant – Program Finance Coordinator in New Delhi | 3ie

International Initiative for Impact Evaluation 3ie

3ie (International Initiative for Impact Evaluation) works to make development fairer and more lasting by helping leaders use good evidence when they make decisions. It supports the creation and use of high-quality research on what works, for whom, how, why and at what cost, so that programmes can better improve the lives of people living in poverty in low- and middle-income countries. 3ie has offices in New Delhi, London and Washington, DC. This role sits within 3ie's finance team, which manages programme budgets and makes sure grant spending meets donor requirements.

Role

As Program Finance Coordinator, you will keep the finance side of 3ie's programmes organised and on track. You will look after budgets, track donor approvals and build complete files for donor reports and audits, working closely with programme and support teams. You will report to the Senior Finance Manager.

Responsibilities

• Upload approved budgets and budget revisions in Sage Intacct and keep budget trackers and schedules up to date.
• Follow up on pending budget submissions and track donor approvals in a clear status log.
• Coordinate requests and paperwork for setting up new projects and grants.
• Answer routine programme finance questions and raise bigger issues with the right people.
• Organise donor reporting files and gather the documents needed for donor reports, reviews and audits.
• Work with programme and support teams to collect missing documents and explanations.
• Check that schedules and documents are complete before they go for internal review.
• Keep finance trackers and records in order and support other programme finance and compliance tasks as needed.

Requirements

• A graduate degree in commerce or accounting.
• At least seven years of relevant experience, including grant management and compliance with donor agreements.
• A good understanding of the development sector.
• Strong skills in MS Office, MS Teams, spreadsheets, databases and electronic record-keeping, with Sage Intacct or similar accounting software as an advantage.
• Clear written and spoken English.
• The ability to handle several tasks at once and meet deadlines.
• Good people skills, comfort working alone or in a team across cultures, and care in keeping information confidential.
• Based in or able to work from New Delhi, and available to start soon.

Benefits

• Competitive pay based on location, experience and qualifications.
• Hands-on experience with donor compliance at an international evidence organisation.
• A workplace with strong safeguarding policies for children and vulnerable adults.
• Zero tolerance for bullying or harassment at work.

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