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Sayas Group is a structure of companies that do business in several countries from Middle East to Southeast and Central Asia. Sayas Group is a leading business group in Afghanistan. The individual companies operate in different sectors from railway design, construction and management to investment, consulting, technical services, logistics, software development, mining mapping and exploration, and last, but not the least, fuel inspection and testing. In addition, the Group has successfully delivered large-scale infrastructure projects, including the construction and installation of modern scanners at the country’s border points, aimed at strengthening customs operations, trade facilitation, and security.

We leverage our knowledge and creativity to best meet the needs of each client. Our expertise and strong network of strategic partners are the very heart of our success. Our management team, our knowledge of the context, local and global procurement networks, and design experts have enabled us to define the optimal solutions and planning that ensure a flawless project delivery.

We are committed to running our business successfully and efficiently, providing long-term benefits to our employees and stakeholders, and enriching the lives of those whom we serve by fulfilling our responsibilities to the best of our ability. We expect excellence from all processes, whether related to policy formation and program development or project implementation and customer services.

As we continue to grow and expand our reach, we remain grounded in the core values of integrity, innovation, and impact. We believe in building sustainable partnerships and investing in human capital to create lasting change. Our forward-looking approach enables us to anticipate market trends, embrace new technologies, and adapt to emerging challenges, all while staying true to our commitment to deliver quality and value in every endeavor we undertake.

Job Summary:

The Finance Assistant is responsible for ensuring accurate, transparent, and timely financial management of the Gypsum Project. The role includes recording all financial transactions, monitoring daily sales income, calculating and documenting government royalties, managing expenses, and maintaining proper financial records. The Finance Assistant ensures full compliance with Sayas Group’s financial policies and Afghan financial regulations and supports both the Provincial Senior Officer and Head Office Finance Department through timely reporting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Record all financial transactions related to the Gypsum Project in accordance with Sayas Group financial policies.
• Record and reconcile daily income from gypsum sales, ensuring accuracy of sales figures from field teams or sales units.
• Calculate government royalty deductions and ensure proper documentation and accuracy.
• Prepare royalty payment vouchers and submit all supporting documents to the Finance Head.
• Maintain daily cashbook in Excel, ensuring timely updates of all receipts and payments.
• Maintain Excel-based ledgers for income, expenditures, advances, and cash balances.
• Enter all approved financial transactions into QuickBooks and ensure consistency between Excel and QuickBooks data.
• Conduct monthly reconciliations of cash, bank, income, and advances accounts.

• Record all project expenses with complete supporting documentation (invoices, purchase bills, payment vouchers).
• Ensure all expenditures are properly approved and within the allocated project budget.
• Maintain a detailed Excel-based expense tracking sheet and compare actual expenditures with budget allocations.
• Monitor fuel, transport, and operational expenses of the provincial office.
• Track vendor payments, outstanding balances, and ensure timely settlement.
• Manage and document staff advances, ensuring timely clearance and reconciliation.

• Prepare and submit monthly financial reports to the Head Office Finance Department.
• Provide regular revenue reports, including income, royalty deductions, and net earnings.
• Assist in preparing profit and loss statements, financial summaries, and project financial analysis in Excel and QuickBooks.
• Prepare weekly and monthly cash position reports for the Provincial Senior Officer and Finance Head.

• Ensure proper and organized filing of all financial documents including receipts, vouchers, invoices, contracts, and approvals.
• Maintain digital copies (scanned) of essential documents for backup and audit purposes.
• Ensure compliance with Afghan financial regulations, royalty laws, taxation procedures, and organizational financial policies.
• Conduct periodic reviews to ensure documentation accuracy and completeness.
• Immediately report any discrepancies, irregularities, or financial risks to the Finance Head.

• Safeguard all cash, receipts, financial records, and sensitive documents.
• Conduct monthly cash counts jointly with the Provincial Senior Officer and document results.
• Monitor and track petty cash usage and ensure proper replenishment procedures.
• Maintain records of provincial fixed assets and support asset verification activities.

• Coordinate with the Provincial Senior Officer to align financial operations with field and logistical activities.
• Communicate with vendors, suppliers, and service providers regarding payments and invoices.
• Support internal and external audit teams by providing financial data, clarifications, and documentation.
• Provide financial guidance to provincial staff to ensure compliance with financial procedures.
• Assist in preparing procurement payment packages with complete documentation.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong proficiency in MS Excel (cashbooks, ledgers, formulas, reporting).
• Good knowledge of QuickBooks for accounting operations and reconciliation.
• Strong analytical and numerical skills with attention to detail.
• Good communication and coordination skills.
• High ethical standards, integrity, and confidentiality.
• Ability to work independently and meet strict reporting deadlines.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in accounting or finance, preferably in project-based or provincial roles.
• Strong knowledge of Excel accounting systems (cashbook, ledgers, reconciliations).
• Experience using QuickBooks for accounting, data entry, and reporting.
• Good understanding of Afghan financial regulations, tax procedures, and royalty payments.
• Demonstrated experience in bookkeeping, cash handling, reporting, and financial documentation.

Interested and qualified candidates are invited to submit their updated CVs to the HR Department via email at hr.head@sayasgroup.com.

Please clearly indicate the Position Title, Vacancy Number (FA SG/HR/2025/024), and the Province you are applying for in the subject line of your email. Applications missing this information will not be considered.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the written test and/or interview. All invitations will be sent exclusively via email, and no phone calls will be made to candidates.

If you do not receive an email within two weeks after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Due to the high volume of applications, we are unable to provide individual feedback.

hr.head@sayasgroup.com