Finance And Administration Officer, Usaid Oti Swift Iv, Lebanon

Company Profile: MSI is a Washington, D.C.-based international development firm with a 30-year history of helping to deliver development results across the developing world. In 2008, we became the America’s operation of the international development arm of Coffey International Limited. Since that time, we’ve greatly expanded our ability to respond seamlessly and flexibly to client needs with our sister offices in the UK and Australia. Together, we are always driving toward results. We care deeply about the global issues we tackle. Our projects drive governments and organizations toward better results, helping the people they serve to live better lives. Today, we are proud to work in partnership with USAID, the private sector, local organizations, universities and foundations to create solutions to global needs. We collaborate with our partners in some of the most challenging and economic climates in the world, including Pakistan, Afghanistan and Iraq. We possess a core group of development experts in the fields of monitoring and evaluation, public sector reform, governance and anti-corruption who forge close relationships with our clients and partners to achieve the most effective development outcomes. Alongside the international development arm of Coffey, our team includes more than 2,100 development professionals with more than 70 corporate and project offices worldwide. For more information on MSI, please visit our website at www.msiworldwide.com. Proposal Summary: MSI is seeking a Finance and Administration Officer for an anticipated USAID/OTI-funded program. The goal of this project is to provide USAID with the means to support local communities and partners advance peace and democracy in Lebanon.  **Please note: This is a local position. Only Lebanese citizens are eligible to apply.**   Position Summary:The Finance and Administration Officer will be responsible for the day-to-day accounting and financial operations of MSI’s project, and oversee some administration functions. The Officer will be based in Beirut, with travel to the other project offices as needed.   Responsibilities: Handle day-to-day petty cash, bookkeeping, cash counts, cash and bank reconciliations, and financial activities. Manage all cash transactions, including: issue, track and clear operational and travel advances. Manage office cash flow and timely replenishment of cash accounts. Prepare monthly payroll, social security, and staff income tax and all other regular monthly payments. Prepare payment vouchers and other financial documents. Ensure that all financial transactions are recorded accurately and promptly. Ensure compliance with the client’s and MSI’s regulations on all financial, administrative, and procurement activities. Maintain a database of vouchers, bank payment instructions and purchase orders. Process bills and collect payments for staff personal expenses. Coordinate and follow up with program staff regarding program and non-program payments. Review budget components of draft Memoranda of Understanding developed by the program staff. Ensure copies of all financial records are made and forwarded to relevant staff. Prepare and submit monthly and/or quarterly fund requests. Prepare monthly financial reports. Maintain finance and HR filing systems, and ensure regular backup of financial and personnel records. Comply with MSI’s safety procedures at all times, and contribute to building a strong culture of staff safety in the project.  Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree or higher in Finance or Accounting. At least three years work experience in accounting and finance, preferably with an International NGO.  Knowledge of USAID procedures is an advantage. Demonstrated financial and accounting skills. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Excellent organizational and detail-oriented skills. Advanced computer skills, specifically in MS Word, Excel, and Outlook. Ability to occasionally travel to project activity locations. Proven ability to work effectively as a team member. Proficiency in written and oral English and Arabic.   Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please