Finance Manager

D. Key Duties and Responsibilities

A. Financial Planning and Budget Management

• Coordinate preparation of annual work plans, programme budgets, and financial forecasts for Global Fund-supported programmes.

• Review budget submissions from different programme components.

• Review budget estimates to ensure alignment with approved grant budgets and implementation plans.

• Monitor budget utilization rates and expenditure trends regularly.

• Analyze budget variances and recommend corrective actions where necessary.

• Support budget revision, reprogramming, and grant optimization processes in accordance with Global Fund requirements.

B. Financial Management and Oversight

• Oversee day-to-day financial management activities of the PMU.

• Review financial transactions, payment requests, supporting documentation, and accounting records for accuracy and compliance.

• Ensure timely processing of payments, advances, reimbursements, and liquidation of advances.

• Monitor cash flow requirements and coordinate fund management activities.

• Ensure compliance with approved financial procedures and internal controls.

C. Financial Reporting

• Coordinate preparation and submission of periodic financial reports to the Global Fund, DGHS, MOHFW, and other stakeholders.

• Review expenditure statements, budget variance reports, cash forecasts, and financial analyses.

• Ensure completeness, accuracy, and timeliness of financial information and supporting documentation.

• Support management with financial dashboards and analytical reports for decision-making purposes.

D. Compliance and Internal Control

• Ensure compliance with Global Fund financial management guidelines, grant agreements, donor requirements, and Government of Bangladesh regulations.

• Strengthen internal control systems to safeguard programme assets and resources.

• Monitor adherence to financial policies, SOPs, delegation of authority, and approval processes.

• Identify financial risks and recommend mitigation measures.

• Support implementation of risk management and compliance monitoring frameworks.

E. Audit Coordination

• Coordinate internal and external audit processes for PMU-related financial activities.

• Facilitate preparation and submission of audit schedules, financial records, and supporting documents.

• Review audit observations and coordinate timely management responses.

• Monitor implementation of audit recommendations and corrective action plans.

• Oversee proper audit documentation and follow-up records.

F. Coordination and Stakeholder Engagement

• Coordinate with Principal Recipients (PRs), implementing partners, DGHS, MOHFW, the Global Fund, auditors, and financial institutions on financial matters.

• Participate in coordination meetings, grant review meetings, and financial monitoring discussions.

• Provide financial guidance and technical support to programme and operational teams.

• Support harmonization of financial management practices across programmes.

G. Policy, SOP, and System Development

• Contribute to development, revision, and harmonization of financial management SOPs, policies, templates, and reporting tools.

• Support standardization of financial processes and reporting mechanisms across programmes.

• Recommend improvements to financial systems, controls, and operational procedures.

• Support implementation of financial management systems and digital reporting tools where applicable.

H. Capacity Building and Technical Support

• Conduct orientation and capacity-building sessions on financial management, compliance, budgeting, and reporting requirements.

• Provide technical support and mentoring to finance and programme staff.

• Support knowledge-sharing initiatives and continuous improvement of financial management practices.

I. Additional Responsibilities

• Undertake any other reasonable and relevant responsibilities assigned by the Deputy Team Lead (Operations), commensurate with the seniority, skills, and experience required for the position.

E. Qualifications and Experience

Education

• Master’s degree in accounting or finance, or a relevant field.

• Professional accounting qualifications (e.g., CA, ACCA, CPA, CMA) will be highly desirable.

Experience

• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in financial leadership roles.

• Preference will be given to candidates having experience with Global Fund-supported projects in Bangladesh.

F. Competencies

Technical Competencies

• Strong knowledge and practical experience in financial management, budgeting, accounting, financial reporting, and compliance regulations.

• Sound knowledge of the Government of Bangladesh financial rules, regulations, VAT, tax, and statutory compliance requirements.

• Proven competency in internal control systems, financial procedures, and risk management frameworks.

• Strong understanding of audit processes, including audit coordination and follow-up of audit recommendations.

• Strong documentation, record management, and report-writing skills with attention to accuracy and detail.

• Knowledge and experience in procurement and supply chain financial oversight.

• Proficiency in accounting software, particularly Tally, and advanced use of Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.

Behavioral Competencies

• High integrity, accountability, and transparency.

• Strong teamwork, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills.

• Result-oriented and solution-focused approach.

• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities effectively.

• Gender sensitivity, respect for diversity, and high professionalism in the workplace.

G. Expected Deliverables

• Ensure compliance with donor policies, grant agreements, financial guidelines, and applicable local laws and regulations in all financial management activities.

• Review financial transactions, expenditures, payment requests, and supporting documents and recommend them for approval in accordance with approved budgets and financial procedures.

• Supervise, coordinate, and ensure timely preparation and submission of donor financial reports, statements, forecasts, and other required financial information.

• Coordinate and communicate with donors on financial management matters, including budgeting, reporting, compliance, audit observations, and grant-related financial issues.

• Coordinate and cooperate with the Local Fund Agent (LFA), auditors, technical assistance providers (TA), Bangladesh Country Coordinating Mechanism (BCCM), and other relevant stakeholders on financial and compliance-related matters.

• Facilitate financial capacity development initiatives for programme and finance colleagues through training, technical guidance, mentoring, and knowledge-sharing activities.

• Perform any other finance, compliance, grant management, or administrative responsibilities assigned by PMU management.

H. Integrity, Safeguarding, Confidentiality and Compliance

• The incumbent shall uphold the highest standards of integrity, accountability, impartiality, professionalism, and ethical conduct, including the timely and transparent disclosure of any actual, potential, or perceived conflict of interest.

• The incumbent shall contribute to and promote a safe, respectful, inclusive, and non-discriminatory working and service environment, with zero tolerance for harassment, sexual exploitation and abuse, discrimination, retaliation, or any other safeguarding violation.

• The incumbent shall safeguard and maintain the confidentiality of all programme, financial, personnel, beneficiary, and other sensitive information, including medical and personal data, and shall respect the principles of informed consent, privacy, and data protection.

• The incumbent shall promptly report any suspected or identified misconduct, safeguarding concern, fraud, corruption, conflict of interest, financial irregularity, misuse of resources, or other violation through the prescribed reporting and escalation channels.

• The incumbent shall perform all duties in accordance with applicable Government of Bangladesh laws and policies, the Global Fund Grant Agreement, the Global Fund Code of Conduct for Recipients, and other relevant policies, procedures and guidelines.

I. Remuneration and Benefits

• Monthly remuneration will be determined in accordance with the PMU HR guideline

• Group health insurance will be provided as per the PMU HR guideline

• Monthly mobile and internet bill will be provided as per the PMU HR guideline

All these positions are open for Bangladeshi Nationals only. All candidates, irrespective of gender, religious and ethnic backgrounds can apply for the vacancies. Female candidates are highly encourged to apply.

Only short-listed candidates shall be invited for written test/interview. All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

Last Date of Application: 20 November 2026 (23:59 PM)