Vacancy Announcement
Doctors Without Borders India (DWBI)/ Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) aims to provide medical assistance without any kind of discrimination including offer medical assistance during natural and manmade disasters through establishment of healthcare centers, implementing medical programs for critical illnesses on its own or with partners, working for creating medical awareness and capacity building and carry out/sponsor research to provide strategic input on relevant medical treatment options in India.
DWB assists people in need and irrespective of race, religion, gender or political affiliation. In 1999, MSF has awarded the Nobel Peace Prize as recognition for its medical work in several continents
Position: FINANCE AND ACCOUNTANCY MANAGER
No. of position: 01
Job Location: New Delhi
Duration: 1 year (Renewable)
Start Date: ASAP
Application Closing Date: 21 August 2026
We offer:
• Salary Gross (INR): 105,500/- per month (non-negotiable)
• 30 days annual leave; 12 days paid leave as per specified list of holidays; days as per calendar year (pro-rated based on hire date).
• Contributions made for statutory benefit programs such as Provident Fund and Gratuity Fund.
• Covered under accident insurance
• DWBI provides medical reimbursement for employees and their dependents as per DWBI India health care policy
• A stimulating, professional environment in an international organization.
PURPOSE OF POST:
Coordinating and supervising the accounting of the mission (accounting, treasury, audit procedures, etc.) according to the instructions of the Deputy Finance Coordinator, and in compliance with legal obligations and DWBI standards and protocols in order to provide quality, reliable and transparent information to the Organization on the use and allocation of resources in the mission.
FUNCTIONAL AND HIERARCHICAL LINES:
Hierarchically and functionally: Deputy Finance Coordinator/HQ-based field accounting referent
SUPERVISES: Finance assistants (x2)
ACCOUNTABILITIES:
• Being responsible for quality and timely accounting for the whole mission e.g. cash procedures, bank accounts, receipts and supporting documents, electronic data entry, consolidation of overall mission accounting, monthly unifield register closing process and documents, ensuring strict respect of deadlines.
• Coordinating and overseeing the monthly and yearly closing of accounts and balance sheet, and reporting the mission's accounting statement through monthly and weekly reports.
• Being responsible for the financial management of donor contracts e.g. preparing and verifying the financial reports to donors, following up and analyzing the need for amendments. Ensuring reporting conditions are met and stakeholders in the mission are informed of their responsibilities (for example, logistics for stock inventory, quotes)
• Technical reference for any accounting-related issue including financial standards and procedures, training and support on the unifield accounting software.
• When it is required, provide on job training on unifield accounting software application and briefing on specific accountancy management (Mission Coordination Team, Administration Managers, Logistics Managers, etc).
• Be part of market assessment committee.
• Focal person for internal auditing.
• Regular project visit and provide support the project finance staff and project management team.
• Backup for Deputy FinCo position.
Context Specific Accountabilities:
Under the direct supervision of the deputy Finance Coordinator: Finance Management of Delhi Coordination office
• Implementing circuits and workflows (management of cash boxes, transfers, advances, purchase procedures, follow up of regular payments, bank reconciliations) in order to anticipate expenses and optimize cash needs and its security.
• Implementing and supervising transactional procedures and systems in order to ensure transparent accounting practices and full traceability (invoices, receipts, bank statements, etc.), according to DWBI guidelines and rules, and using the respective software in place.
• Ensuring the timely execution and control of the monthly and yearly accountancy closure, with due quality and timelines.
• In close collaboration with the Deputy Finance Coordinator and Finance Coordinator, defining, analysing and following-up the project budget, in order to ensure that funds are used according to funding contracts and proposing corrective action if needed.
• Ensuring financial reporting of the Project (Field financial software) monthly closure performed within timelines
• Ensure mission Bookkeeping documents scanning, uploading on SharePoint and archaiving of hard copied as per standard procedure.
• In close collaboration with the Deputy Finance Coordinator, following up all service contracts in projects (premise and vehicle rental contracts, deposits, rent payments, etc.) Ensuring that staff who have financial responsibilities are aware of and comply with local finance procedures, including those related to security.
UNIFIELD (finance/accounting) technical referent in India
• In the designated person of reference for training (both induction, capacity building and refreshers) of finance staff, managers, and Coordinators of the use of unifield software for accounting purposes.
• Is the designated person of contact for technical support and troubleshooting with unifield accounting software with the support of technical reference and accounting department in HQ.
REQUIREMENTS:
Education
• Essential: University degree in Accounting and Finance
• Demonstrated, solid accountancy training and experience-professional accounting qualification.
Experience
• Essential: minimum 2 years previous experience in similar relevant position in India.
Languages
• English, written and spoken essential. Hindi, written and spoken essential.
Knowledge
• Essential computer literacy (word, excel, internet)
• Local accounting standards, essential Tally accounting software, desirable DWBI accounting software, ERP system knowledge, local laws.
Competencies
• People Management and Development L2
• Commitment to DWBI Principles L2
• Behavioural Flexibility L3
• Results and Quality Orientation L3
• Teamwork and Cooperation L3
To apply for the above position:
1. Complete the online MS Form using the link :
Job Application Form – Fill out form : https://forms.cloud.microsoft/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=r9GdTc6Dm06wkLBUPMwrMfjaNi_Q8p1PsIJ9Z15xH-9UMVlPUTQzWjA4T1NEOVM3RTEyS0pWNE02Qi4u
2. Please send an email to india-hr-assist@oca.msf.org with “Application for FAM” in the email subject to apply for this position no later than August 21, 2026 to. Kindly attach:
• CV and letter of motivation
• Copies of educational documents relevant to the position
Please send all documents in one email, preferably as one PDF file. Do not send multiple emails or separate attachments.
• Due to high volume of applicants, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
• Documents submitted will not be returned.
• No transportation or travel allowance will be provided during the recruitment process.
• No accommodation will be provided at the duty station upon recruitment.
Note: DWBI values diversity and is committed to create an inclusive working environment. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of disability, gender identity (women candidates are encouraged to apply), marital or civil partnership status, race, color or ethnic and national origins, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do not use any external recruitment consultants.
DWBI OCA is committed to promoting and maintaining an environment where everyone associated with us — or who comes into contact with our activities—feels safe, respected, and valued. Our safeguarding approach prioritizes the wellbeing and dignity of the communities we assist, as well as that of our staff and partners.
DWBI OCA’s Code of Conduct sets out clear standards for responsible behaviour grounded in respect, inclusion, and accountability. All employees are expected to comply with this Code of Conduct and avoid any behavior that violates it. Particular care must be taken to prevent harm to those most at risk, including children, adolescents, patients, and people with disabilities.
DWBI will use the personal data collected through applications solely for recruitment purposes. The data will be treated confidentially, accessed only by authorised DWBI staff, and retained for a maximum period of 12 months, in line with our data protection standards.