Finance Officer

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

• Fulfill daily accounting tasks and assist in coordinating financial functions and services
• Producing relevant financial records and reports on a regular basis

Duties and Responsibilities

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 the highest quality
• Support the finance team in routine tasks to keep the books up to date and participate in cash counts, bank reconciliations, and other areas of month-end closure
• Ensure proper filing system for financial documents
• Monitor accounts as per the assigned areas (e.g. Accounts Payable, interim accounts, etc.) and suggest improvements in accounting practices

Budget control, planning, and reporting

• Develop and ensure the implementation of shared cost tools
• Liaise with budget holders on regular budget monitoring
• Prepare and maintain 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
• Correctly use DRC Dynamics functionalities in area of concern

Audits

• Support the financial audits by coordinating inputs from the finance, procurement, and HR departments.
• Engage with auditors and DRC colleagues on HQ, the regional and other country offices and maintain productive communication and relationships

Required:

• Minimum 2 years of relevant work experience in the financial/accounting field,
• Solid understanding of accrual accounting
• Advanced proficiency in Excel
• Basic proficiency in PowerPoint and Word
• Ability and interest to learn complex accounting tasks
• Team player ready to handle tight deadlines in a dynamic environment

Education:

• University Degree in Finance/Accounting/Business 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: H Non - Management

Location: Damascus- Syria

Expected Start date: ASAP

Application process

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

Direct link for application: https://candidate.hr-manager.net/ApplicationForm/SinglePageApplicationForm.aspx?cid=1036&departmentId=19001&ProjectId=163641 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 28th of February 2022.

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