Finance Assistant

Contract

This is a DRC - National contract. More about DRC - National contracts.

Who are we?

The Danish Refugee Council assists refugees and internally displaced persons across the globe: we provide emergency aid, fight for their rights, and strengthen their opportunities for a brighter future. We work in conflict-affected areas, along the displacement routes, and in the countries where refugees settle. In cooperation with local communities, we strive for responsible and sustainable solutions. We work toward successful integration and – whenever possible – for the fulfillment of the wish to return home.

The Danish Refugee Council was founded in Denmark in 1956 and has since grown to become an international humanitarian organization with more than 7,000 staff and 8,000 volunteers. Our vision is a dignified life for all displaced.

All of our efforts are based on our value compass: humanity, respect, independence and neutrality, participation, and honesty and transparency.

DRC Syria

DRC has been actively operating in Syria since 2008 mainly supporting refugees. In June 2012, DRC was authorized by the Syrian Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) to expand its humanitarian efforts and provide assistance to IDPs and the vulnerable resident population countrywide. Since then, DRC activities have been focused on NFI distributions, Shelter, WASH, Protection, Education, Livelihoods and Mine Risk Education in six Governorates (Damascus, Rural Damascus, Dara'a, Aleppo, Hama, and Homs). While Protection/community service activities are provided to beneficiaries throughout our six Community Centers.

About the job

• Provide financial and administrative support to DRC and partners as per DRC and donor regulations and procedures
• Perform finance function in the area office in close collaboration with the finance team in Damascus

Duties and Responsibilities

Finance and accounting

• Daily accounting (bookkeeping) according to DRC financial handbook
• Manage petty cash including cash withdrawals and clear cash advances upon request
• Prepare weekly and monthly cash counts
• Liaise with banks, process payments, maintain bank records, and support the overall administration of bank processes
• Follow a given work plan leading to a timely book reconciliation and month-end closure
• Collect and maintain proper filing of all financial documentation (bank statements, vouchers, contracts, tender documents, etc.)
• Routine record keeping
• Correctly use DRC Dynamics functionalities in area of concern
• Assist the rest of the support team in further accounting tasks according to actual needs

Reporting

• Assist with collecting, reviewing, correcting, and filing all financial progress reports from the partners
• Support financial report preparations
• Assist the rest of the DRC Syria finance team in further reporting tasks according to actual needs

Audits

• Assist the finance team in collecting required supporting documents

Required:

• Minimum 2 years of relevant work experience, at least 1 year NGO experience
• Experience with carrying out admin tasks
• Good communication skills
• Advanced proficiency in Excel
• Basic proficiency in PowerPoint and Word
• Well-developed organizational and planning skills in order to meet deadlines

Education:

• Diploma or equivalent professional qualification

Languages:

• Fluency in Arabic
• Advanced English proficiency

In this position, you are expected to demonstrate DRC’ five core competencies:

• Striving for excellence: You focus on reaching results while ensuring an efficient process.
• Collaborating: You involve relevant parties and encourage feedback.
• Taking the lead: You take ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation.
• Communicating: You listen and speak effectively and honestly.
• Demonstrating integrity: You act in line with our vision and values.

We offer

Contract length: Until the end of June 2022 (Extension based on funding and performance)

Level: I Non - Management

Location: Daraa - Syria

Expected Start date: To be determined

Application process

Interested? Then apply for this position by clicking on the apply button or the below link:

Direct apply link: https://candidate.hr-manager.net/ApplicationForm/SinglePageApplicationForm.aspx?cid=1036&departmentId=19001&ProjectId=162947

All applicants must send a cover letter and an updated CV (no longer than four pages). Both must be in the same language as this vacancy note. CV-only applications will not be considered.

Applications close 19th of December, 2021

Need further information?

If you have questions or are facing problems with the online application process, please visit drc.ngo/jobsupport.

For further information about the Danish Refugee Council, please consult our website www.drc.org