Expression of Interest
Finance Officer
The National Council for Persons with Disabilities (NCPD), a corporate body established under the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act 2018, invites applications from suitably qualified individuals for the position of Finance Officer.
- Vacancy number
- NCPD O1/26
- Location
- NCPD, Suva
- Salary range
- FJD $20,506.50–$25,877.25
- Contract duration
- 3–5 years
15 September 2026 at 4:30 pm. Late applications will not be considered.
Position purpose
The Finance Officer is responsible for the financial management of funds within the Council Secretariat. The role provides financial advice, verifies transactions and ensures that payments comply with applicable financial regulations.
Key responsibilities
- Prepare budgets, salaries and wages, cash-flow forecasts and periodic financial analyses.
- Process acquittals, maintain Council accounting records and prepare documentation for audits.
- Provide monthly financial updates to NCPD Secretariat management.
- Coordinate with the Ministry of Women, Children and Poverty Alleviation for the release of grants.
- Coordinate the Annual Board of Survey and prepare reports.
- Maintain records in accordance with the NCPD Financial Manual and Human Resources Policy.
- Liaise with external auditors and facilitate the audit of financial records.
- Contribute to NCPD planning, budgeting, recruitment and other corporate requirements as needed.
Person specification
Applicants should hold a recognised degree in Commerce, majoring in Accounting, with at least three years of relevant work experience, or have at least five years of relevant experience in a similar role.
Knowledge and experience
- Financial accounting and reporting.
- Budget preparation, monitoring and forecasting.
- Payroll and financial records management.
- Preparation of acquittals and audit documentation.
- Financial regulations, policies and compliance requirements.
- Liaison with auditors, government agencies and other stakeholders.
Skills and abilities
- Budget preparation, financial forecasting and cash-flow analysis.
- Preparation and maintenance of accurate financial records.
- Coordination of the Annual Board of Survey.
- Managing multiple tasks and meeting deadlines.
- Strong written and verbal communication.
- Problem-solving and sound decision-making.
View key performance indicators
- Accurate and timely annual budgets, payroll reports, cash-flow forecasts and financial analyses.
- Correct processing of acquittals and maintenance of complete financial records.
- Timely preparation and submission of monthly financial reports and updates.
- Successful completion and reporting of Annual Board of Survey activities.
- Effective coordination and support during external audits.
- Active participation in organisational planning and corporate activities.
How to apply
Please state Vacancy No. NCPD O1/26 clearly in your application and address the specific knowledge, experience, skills and abilities required for the role.
National Council for Persons with Disabilities
P.O. Box 16867
Suva, Fiji
3 Brown Street
Suva, Fiji
For clarification, contact Mrs Shivangni Rao on 331 9045 or email [email protected].
Equal Employment Opportunity: NCPD welcomes applications from all eligible and suitably qualified people. Applicants must be Fijian citizens, under 60 years of age, in sound health and have a clear police record. The successful applicant will be required to provide a medical certificate and police clearance as conditions of employment.
