Finance Officer

Job Purpose:

The Finance Officer is responsible for the bookkeeping and other financial and administrative matters. He/she works under the supervision and in close coordination with the Program Manager.

Responsibilities:

• Performs and manages the day-to-day financial and accounting operations, including bookkeeping, cash book, and all other records as required, and Prepares monthly accounting and reconciliation reports;
• Ensure proper accounting and administration of funds;
• Design budget proposals and Monitors and calculate project budget;
• Supports the financial audit processes through the preparation of standard reports as well as other custom reports as requested;
• Ensures that all financial operations are performed following SCPR guidelines and donors’ regulations;
• Reviews all payment documents for proper and adequate payment and accounting as per SCPR guidelines;
• Monitor the level of spending in all ongoing projects;
• Perform all bank related duties and liaises with bank officials to ensure uninterrupted bank services;
• Ensures adequate cash balance is available in bank for smooth function of activities;
• Safe custody of the financial documents and date;
• Maintains current knowledge of local government requirements related to financial matters and ensures compliance with regulations and other legal requirements;

Additional Duties:

• Review existing financial policies and assess the financial management gaps and needs;
• Amend and develop financial policies and guidelines and tools based on needs;
• Develop templates and tools to facilitate the implementation of the financial system;
• Assist in the implementation of the financial management system.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years working experience in an accounting/finance position, preferably in an NGO;
• Bachelor's degree in finance and accounting or a related subject.
• Good knowledge of accounting principles and procedures;
• Computer skills with significant experience in excel, and accounting systems;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in Arabic and English;
• Acts with integrity and transparency in all decision-making processes pay attention to details;