Finance Support Manager, Myanmar
You will deliver successful and timely implementation of the Myanmar Business transition (Tax and Status) project by conducting effective and adequate completion of finance and accounting works for the new company (Limited Liability Company - LLC), provide efficient and prompt support to the Tax & Status team at country level and coordinate with the Tax and Security project leads in country in the delivery a range of finance & accounting services in preparation for LLC establishment.
Details
| Reference number | MYA-FIN-0050 |
|---|---|
| Location | Yangon, Myanmar |
| Salary | Pay band 7 |
| Duration | 18-month fixed term contract |
| Closing date | Tuesday 31 December 2019 |
Role overview
ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT/TEAM
Established in 1948, British Council Burma is a dynamic operation with around 150 staff, we are recognised as a world authority in English language teaching and training, for our well-stocked and well-used library, and for our work in education, rule of law and governance. It is widely respected in the country for having provided opportunity and a safe convening space through four decades of repressive military rule, and many of today’s leaders and influencers in Burma are now seeking the British Council’s support and guidance in education and social development and in international cultural relations.
WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING AND WHY
You will deliver successful and timely implementation of the Myanmar Business transition (Tax and Status) project by conducting effective and adequate completion of finance and accounting works for the new company (Limited Liability Company - LLC), provide efficient and prompt support to the Tax & Status team at country level and coordinate with the Tax and Security project leads in country in the delivery a range of finance & accounting services in preparation for LLC establishment.
WHAT IS INTERESTING ABOUT IT
The British Council intends to change its current status in Myanmar in 2020. The Finance Support Manager will be closely involved in facilitating this change. You will work as part of the Business transition (Tax and Status) (T&S) project team and alongside the country finance team, which is a very dynamic team of the British Council in Myanmar, providing high standard business support services to the British Council’s operation within the country
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
You should a degree in business, finance or relevant qualifications with five years of experience in accounting and finance management in international companies is required. Qualifications in Accounting and Finance would be advantageous.
BENEFITS OF WORKING AT THE BRITISH COUNCIL
- Enjoy more than 20 days of Annual leave
- Annual bonus scheme
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