Sr Finance Officer (Partnerships)

Support finance department in managing partnerships and financial reports.

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Overview

Support finance department in managing partnerships and financial reports.

You have:

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Accounting/Finance from a recognized institution.
  • Minimum of 3 years in accounting/finance, preferably in NGO environments.
  • Must function comfortably in a complex work environment, work, and prioritize multiple tasks.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, proficient in written and spoken English.
  • Attention to detail is required for the role.
  • Good interpersonal skills with ability to coordinate work and prioritize tasks.
  • Prior knowledge of an accounting package will be considered an added advantage.
  • Good understanding of regulations of EU-funded projects; experience with other donors will also be considered an advantage.

Job Description

IRC Hellas

In response to the arrival of refugees in Greece in 2015, the IRC has been offering SMS, WASH, Livelihoods, and Protection services to children, women, and people in need of mental health support. IRC Hellas is currently operating in Athens, Thessaloniki, and Lesvos.

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

We are looking for a Sr. Finance Officer (Partnerships) who will report to the Senior Finance Manager and support the Finance Department's growing and strengthening partner financial management. The job holder will work closely with Partners and other departments within IRC to ensure activities implemented by partners are thoroughly reported and financial reporting is in compliance with donors.

Are you looking for an exciting opportunity and helping vulnerable populations at the same time?

Then join us!

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Specific responsibilities within each functional area are as follows:

Microsoft 365 System / General Ledger Processing

• Assist in the country's monthly financial closing process in regard to partnerships.

• Prepare Journal Entries for Sub-grantee transactions.

Financial Management and Monitoring of Sub-grants

• Liaise with Program and Grant to ensure timely submission of reports, payment of sub-award advances, and periodic payments.

• Prepare reconciliation of sub-grant advances, reimbursement, and updated sub-grant schedule.

• Review of sub-grantees’ financial reports.

• Conduct post-award monitoring visits to selected sub-grantees.

• Provide training on sub-grant financial review and monitoring.

• Represent Finance team in all Sub-Grant working group meetings and initiatives along with program, operation, and grants teams.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Essential

Skills, Knowledge and Qualifications and Experience

• BA or equivalent experience from a recognized College/Institution in Accounting/ Finance fields. Computer literate with knowledge in Microsoft Excel and Word.

• Minimum of 3 years in accounting/finance, preferably in NGO environments.

• Must function comfortably in a complex work environment, working and prioritizing multiple tasks.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, proficient in written and spoken English.

• Attention to detail.

• Good interpersonal skills. Ability to independently coordinate work, prioritize tasks, and handle time.

Desirable:

• Prior knowledge of an accounting package will be an added advantage.

• Good understanding of regulations of EU-funded projects; experience with other donors will also be considered an advantage.

Standard of Professional Conduct: IRC and IRC workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in the IRC Way – our Code of Conduct. These are Integrity, Service, Accountability, and Equality. In accordance with these values, the IRC operates and enforces policies on Beneficiary Protection from Exploitation and Abuse, Child Safeguarding, Harassment-Free Workplace, Fiscal Integrity, Anti-Retaliation, Combating Trafficking in Persons, and several others.

Commitment to Gender, Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion: IRC is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, respectful, and safe work environment where all persons are treated fairly, with dignity and respect. The IRC expressly prohibits and will not tolerate discrimination, harassment, retaliation, or bullying of IRC Persons in any work setting.

Equal Opportunity Employer: IRC is an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity and inclusion. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, nationality, ethnicity or tribe, gender, age, religion, caste, sexual orientation, differently abled, geographic origin, marital status, veteran status, and cultural background (or any other characteristic protected by law). We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, perform essential job functions, and receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation

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Qualifications

Potential interview questions

Can you describe your experience with financial reporting and accounting in NGO environments? The interviewer wants to assess your specific background in accounting as it relates to NGOs. Highlight relevant experiences, including specific examples of financial reports you have prepared.
How do you manage multiple tasks in a complex work environment? This question gauges your organizational and multitasking skills. Pro members can see the explanation.
Describe how you ensure accuracy in financial data reporting. Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Can you explain a time when you resolved a conflict with a partner organization? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What actions do you take to stay updated on regulatory changes affecting financial reporting? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Added 2 years ago - Updated 1 year ago - Source: rescue.org