Finance Officer

About Forum of Handicaped In North Lebanon:

FHNL 's a non-governmental organization that operates as an independent living for persons with disability. The organization's work consist on the provision of a better life of persons with disability and their inclusion in society. Its board and general assembly are composed of a majority of persons with disability. It is a member of the Lebanese Council of Disabled People. FHNL's implements many programs including health, educational, vocational, transport, sport, theatre, music, and scout, and job creation scheme. Its main premise is located in Al Mountada Road, behind Apec Station, Elmina, Tripoli.

Main Responsibilities:

• Prepares the invoice to the donor/funder/client.
• Issues an advance based on the approved advance request.
• Liquidates the A/R and ensures that all accounts receivable (A/R) are liquidated promptly; and, Prepares A/R aging summary reports and accounts receivable reconciliation reports.
• The Finance Officer will promptly pay, within 15 days, all legitimate invoices received by the organization.

• The Finance Officer opens in the accounting software a vendor account for any person or company that provides materials, goods or services to the organization.

• The Finance Officer works on the bank opening /closing process.
• The Finance Officer updates the bank information.
• The Finance Officer reviews the payment voucher, issues the check and updates the accounting software.
• The Finance Officer records the information in the accounting software, prints the Journal Voucher (JV) generated from the system, initials the JV and attaches it to the voucher documents.
• The Finance Officer prepares the bank reconciliation each month.
• The Finance Officer receives the funds and related documents from the Cashier, confirms accurate account coding, safeguards the funds until they are deposited in the bank.
• The Finance Officer Records amounts received in the organization’s financial records.
• The Finance Officer Processes petty cash replenishments; and Ensures that supporting documents and account codes are appropriate before submitting the replenishment check and voucher to the President for approval. 

• Makes sure that the invoices received from the suppliers are verified against the work performed or the goods delivered;
• Records the invoices as account payable in the accounting software;
• Records the payroll liabilities in the accounting software;
• Settles all accounts payable in a timely manner and ensures that all A/P are settled promptly
• Prepares A/P aging summary reports each month and accounts payable reconciliation reports as part of the quarterly financial report.
• Finance Officer  prepares payroll calculation , transfer letters , pay slips, issues checks and prepares a table itemizing all legally required employer tax and payments due to local government authorities (e.g., social security)
• the Finance Officer prepares a list summarizing all payroll liabilities payments
• The Finance Officer documents and approves all financial activity, including checks and vouchers that have been void.

Additional expected responsibilities

• Support other team members on projects when needed.
• Participate in FHNL’s-related events and networking opportunities when called upon. 
• Advise and assist entrepreneurs within the scope of your expertise and capacities when needed.

Requirements for the position:

• In-depth knowledge of financial regulations and accounting processes

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Fluent in Arabic and English (Oral and written).
• Great knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and software of accounting.
• Applications and expertize with the internet and email communications.
• Strong sense of personal integrity.
• Strong attention to details
• Outstanding analytical and time management skills

Educational qualifications/ experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting or relevant field
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar role ideally with local or international NGOs
• Master’s Degree is a plus