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Job Summary
The Finance Coordinator job in Dili supports financial management and accounting operations for the Pacific Australia Skills program.
This Finance Coordinator DT Global role focuses on financial reporting, account reconciliation, payroll coordination, and maintaining internal financial controls to ensure compliance with program and donor guidelines.
About the Program
Pacific Australia Skills is a major Australian Government initiative aimed at strengthening education, vocational training, and workforce development across Timor-Leste and the Pacific region.
The program builds on more than 17 years of Australian Government support for skills development and aims to improve workforce readiness and economic growth through high-quality training systems.
The program is implemented by DT Global, an international development organization that partners with governments and institutions to deliver sustainable economic and social development programs.
About the Role
The Finance Coordinator job in Dili is responsible for supporting financial operations and ensuring strong financial management systems for the Pacific Australia Skills program.
This Finance and Accounting Coordinator role works closely with the Country Operations Manager and Regional Finance team to maintain financial controls, process payments, manage reconciliations, and support financial reporting.
The role plays an important part in ensuring financial compliance with DT Global guidelines, DFAT regulations, and program financial management frameworks.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Management and Internal Controls
The Finance Coordinator DT Global role oversees internal financial controls and ensures financial processes comply with organizational policies.
Responsibilities include:
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Monitoring financial controls to reduce financial risks
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Managing program bank balances and financial records
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Ensuring financial transactions are properly documented
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Supporting accurate financial forecasting and reporting
Financial Transactions and Payments
The NGO Finance Coordinator Job also involves managing financial transactions for the program.
Responsibilities include:
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Processing supplier payments and purchase orders
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Monitoring invoices, reimbursements, and program expenditures
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Maintaining payment records and supporting financial documentation
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Processing participant stipends and program payments
Financial Reconciliation and Reporting
The Finance and Accounting Coordinator role supports financial reporting and reconciliation processes.
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Preparing weekly bank reconciliations
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Conducting monthly account reconciliations
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Managing vendor statement reconciliations
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Preparing cash flow forecasts for the country office
Payroll and Compliance
The International Development Finance Job also involves payroll and regulatory compliance tasks.
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Leading the monthly payroll process for local employees
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Processing local taxes and social security payments
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Ensuring compliance with labour laws and financial regulations
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Supporting reporting requirements with government authorities
Financial Documentation and Coordination
The Finance Coordinator Pacific Australia Skills role requires coordination with program teams and finance departments.
Responsibilities include:
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Managing financial correspondence and documentation
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Supporting internal finance systems and reporting workflows
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Assisting with financial investigations and budget variance analysis
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Supporting finance-related program activities
Required Qualifications
Candidates applying for the Finance Coordinator job in Dili should have:
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A tertiary qualification in finance, accounting, or a related field
Relevant professional experience may also be considered.
Professional Experience
Applicants for this NGO Finance Coordinator Job should demonstrate:
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Experience working in a finance or accounting role
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Experience using computerized financial management systems
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Ability to manage financial data, reconciliations, and reporting processes
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Experience working under tight deadlines and managing multiple tasks
Experience working with aid-funded programs or international development projects is considered an advantage.
Required Skills
The successful candidate for this Finance and Accounting Coordinator role should demonstrate:
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Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint
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Strong financial analysis and reporting skills
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Strong organizational and time-management abilities
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Strong interpersonal communication skills
Language Requirements:
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Fluency in English
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Fluency in Tetum
How to apply
Applicants for the Finance Coordinator job in Dili should submit:
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Curriculum Vitae (CV)
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Cover letter addressing the selection criteria
Application deadline:
25 March 2026 – 11:59 PM Timor-Leste time
Applications may be reviewed on a rolling basis, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Apply online at: https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/4376946205
Original listing source: LinkedIn / External recruitment platform.
