Helvetas Nepal is part of a network of independent development organizations. With a head office in Switzerland, Helvetas is present in 29 countries.

VACANCY NOTICE
Helvetas Nepal

Posiiton: Senior  Finance Office

Helvetas is an organization specialized in development cooperation and humanitarian response, anchored in Switzerland. Our vision is a just world in which all people determine the course of their lives in dignity and security, using environmental resources in a sustainable manner.

For our Finance team based in Switzerland Head Office we are seeking a motivated and empathetic Senior Finance Officer PNP Projects, who will be based in Kathmandu, Nepal to join our organisation as per October 2026 or upon agreement. Helvetas Nepal invites applications from competent and committed Nepali Citizens for the following position: SENIOR FINANCE OFFICER 100%

YOUR MAIN TASKS
A. Financial Reporting & Compliance: Prepare accurate and timely donor budgets, financial reports and ensure full traceability of financial data. Lead financial closings and ensure audit readiness. Support PNP team on donor compliance and financial requirements.
B. Controlling & Monitoring: Develop and maintain Management Information System (MIS) for PNP projects portfolio. Monitor project financial performance, analyze deviations, and support corrective actions. Contribute to forecasts and budget revisions. Act as partner to PNP team, support and provide analysis and guidance.
C. Systems & Process Improvement: Ensure high-quality financial data and support optimization of finance systems and processes. Contribute to standardization of reports and tools. Develop and maintain practical finance guidelines, process flows and templates.
D. Audit & Coordination: Coordinate audits and follow up on findings. Collaborate across teams and act as finance focal point for internal and external stakeholders. Support capacity building and knowledge sharing across countries about PNP portfolio.

Required Education and Experience:
- Minimum bachelor’s degree in business administration and/or finance, Master’s degree is an advantage for this position.
- 8+ years of experience in finance in a Controlling / Management Accounting / analytical role incl.
- Experience of 3-5 years with donor-funded projects in the international development / NGO context is required.
- High proficiency with ERP, Finance systems and accounting software. Advanced Excel skills.
- Good working knowledge of Power BI and/or other multidimensional data tools.
- Fluency in written and spoken English. Strong analytical skills combined with a solution-oriented work approach.
- A result-oriented mindset and willingness to take on responsibility for sub-processes. A structured mind-set and an autonomous working approach.

Duty station: Kathmandu, Nepal

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Duration: Initially three years with a possibility of extension.

Salary and Benefits: As per rules and regulations of Helvetas Nepal.

Deadline for submission of application: 04.08.2026

HOW TO APPLY
click [ HERE ] to view official vacancy notice for more details and application procedure.