Accountant

Finance & Economy

Overview

Prepare, reconcile and analyze accounting records and financial reports.

You have:

• 3-5 years' work experience in a similar field.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent.
• Diploma in accounting.
• Fluent command of English.
• Strongly motivated by humanitarian work.
• Able to work under pressure in a potentially dangerous environment.
• Sound knowledge of accounting software.
• Computer proficiency.

Contract

This is a Fixed Term contract. More about Fixed Term contracts.

What we do

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) works worldwide to provide protection and humanitarian assistance to people affected by conflict and armed violence. We take action in response to emergencies and, at the same time, promote respect for international humanitarian law. We are an independent and neutral organization, and our mandate stems essentially from the Geneva Conventions of 1949. We work closely with National Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies and with their International Federation in order to ensure a concerted, rational and rapid humanitarian response to the needs of the victims of armed conflict or any other situation of internal violence. We direct and coordinate the international activities conducted in these situations.

Our values

• At the ICRC, we value impact, collaboration, respect, and compassion. We seek candidates who demonstrate behaviors based on these shared values. For more information on the ICRC values, please visit this page.

Purpose

The Accountant is in charge of preparing, reconciling and analyzing the accounting records and financial reports of the delegation/other structure under his/her responsibility.

Reports to (role)

• Accounting Manager

Accountabilities & functional responsibilities

• Ensures accuracy and completeness of accounting transactions in accordance with financial procedures.
• Helps ensure that operations run smoothly through efficient cash-flow management, covering the fund needs of the delegation/structure.
• Always keeps files up to date and guarantees proper filing of relevant supporting documents for future reference, including audits.
• Performs regular integrity checks of accounting entries and account balances.
• Participates in monthly closing activities and is responsible for part of them.
• Provides support to other departments and responds to semi-routine and non-standard inquiries when necessary.
• Gives guidance to Accountant 1.
• Identifies anomalies or other issues and proposes solutions to his/her supervisor.

Desired profile and skills

• Strongly motivated by humanitarian work
• Able to work under pressure in a potentially dangerous environment

Certifications / Education required

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent an asset.
• Diploma in accounting.
• Fluent command of English.
• Computer proficiency.

Professional experience required

• 3-5 years' work experience in a similar field.
• Experience of international organizations an asset.
• Sound knowledge of accounting software.

What we offer

• Rewarding work in a humanitarian and multicultural environment.
• Competitive employment package with medical insurance.
• In-house training opportunities for personal development.

Additional information

• Type of role: National Staff
• Working rate: 100%
• Location: Port Sudan
• Type of contract: Fix-term contract (Extendable)
• Length of assignment: Six months (Extendable)
• Application deadline: 11 September 2025
• Desired starting date: October 2025

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