Finance Officer

Finance & Economy

Overview

Manage financial operations and ensure compliance with DRC procedures.

You have:

• Bachelor Degree in Business Administration, finance, accountant or related field.
• At least two years’ finance experience in a busy organization, preferably in an NGO setting.
• Strong knowledge and experience on Accountancy.
• Able to communicate in English.
• Detail oriented and competence in providing technical guidance and training.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work independently with minimum supervision.
• Computer literate (proficiency in MS word, excel and Windows).

Contract

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

DRC has been responding to various humanitarian crises in Lebanon since 2004, working with Palestinian, Iraqi and Syrian refugees. DRC received registration from the Ministry of Interior in 2011, and since then has focused primarily on responding to the Syrian refugee crisis in Lebanon and the resulting impact on Lebanese host community. DRC Lebanon’s focus is to ensure that we are able to respond to critical emerging humanitarian needs whilst improve the living conditions of displacement-affected populations and contribute to the achievement of durable solutions. With an annual portfolio of $12million, and with approximately 200+ staff, DRC is focusing its response in protection and economic recovery (Ec-Rec) sector in Bekka, North Lebanon and Beirut. DRC is also contributing to the evidence base and coordination structures in country through our Evidence Generation and referral information management (RIMs) teams.

About the job

This role has a country focus and ensures compliance to DRC procedures and guidelines within the country. The role contributes to the development of country strategies, which are translated into action plans and day-to-day tasks. The role provides support and/or technical guidance to country operations while overseeing country activities. Your main duties and responsibilities will be:

Transfers and payments

• Ensure all payments are made timely and in accordance with existing DRC forms
• Ensure all payments meet requirements of National Law and engage with authorities, tax advisors or other stakeholders to ensure tax requirements are met accordingly
• Ensure that payment documents comply with DRC internal financial procedures and donor regulations
• Ensure proper transfer of funds from DRC HQ in Copenhagen to country office

Accounting

• Ensure all expenses enter the DRC Dynamics in time and of highest quality
• Ensure to update cashbooks on a daily basis to reflect the actual status of existing cash count and bank balance in all currencies
• Ensure all bank accounts statements are reconciled
• Ensure proper filing system for financial documents

Budget control, planning and reporting

• Develop and ensure the implementation of shared cost tools
• Liaise with Program Managers on regular budget monitoring
• Prepare and use budget control tools for regular budget follow up
• Prepare and assist in issuing donor reports
• Support the development of new proposals with financial information for budgeting
• Bi Weekly Cash Book
• Monthly stock update
• Monthly financial report (with all supporting documentation attached to it)
• Reporting as required
• Correctly use DRC Dynamics functionalities in area of concern

About you

To be successful in this role we expect you to have a Bachelor Degree in Business Administration, finance, accountant or any related field. Moreover, we also expect the following:

• At least two years’ finance experience in a busy organization, preferably in an NGO setting
• Strong knowledge and experience on Accountancy
• Able to communicate in English
• Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment and a good team player
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work independently with minimum supervision
• Computer literate (proficiency in MS word, excel and Windows)
• Detail oriented / Competence in providing technical guidance and training

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 uphold and promote the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation to our values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment.

We offer

• Contract length: 6 to 12 months
• Band: H
• Start date: November 1, 2022

Salary and conditions will be in accordance with Danish Refugee Council’s Terms of Employment for Expatriates; please refer to drc.ngo under Vacancies. For questions regarding the vacancy please contact [email protected]

Application process

All applicants must upload a cover letter and an updated CV (no longer than four pages) in English. A****pplications sent by email will not be considered.

Closing date for applications: 7th of October 2022

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, DRC reserves the right of conducting tests and interviews before the closing date, and can close the advertisement earlier in case of finding a suitable candidate.

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

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