Finance Officer (National Contract)

The Danish Refugee Council assists refugees and internally displaced persons across the globe: we provide emergency aid, fight for their rights, and strengthen their opportunity for a brighter future. We work in conflict-affected areas, along the displacment 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. 

About the job 

The Finance officer is responsible for all daily finance/accounting tasks in Bekaa & south Office in line with DRC and donor requirements, In addition to coordinate/verify monthly Financial prevision and report to Beirut for financial issues in collaboration with Area Finance & HR/Admin Manager. 

Your main duties and responsibilities will be: 

• Maintain Cashbook, Partner tracking sheet, commitment cashbook, and payment schedule. 

• Monthly Cash count and Bank reconciliation; daily & monthly cash count 

• Responsible for the correct filing of monthly vouchers and sending scan copy to Beirut 

• Review the TDL on a monthly basis and prepare all rebooking. 

• Responsible for the monthly financial prevision and assure sufficient funds to be transferred from Beirut for activities in the bank account for Bekaa office. 

• Verify and prepare payments (checks/cash) and insure it’s compliance with DRC polices. as well as Follow up on payments to suppliers, contractors... etc.. 

• Responsible for national staff salaries, NSSF, insurance, communication allocations and bookings on monthly basis. 

• Cash withdrawals and collecting check books from the bank 

• Execute the regular operations with the bank (transfer orders, check payment, bank statement…). 

• Follow up on timely payment of the national staff salaries, the Volunteers incentives and all suppliers/partners’ invoices

About you 

To be successful in this role we expect you to have a Bachelor degree in Accounting, Business, Finance or any related field.

We also expect the following:  

Required

• Good computer skills: Excel, Word and power point. 

• 1-3 years relevant working experience 

• Self motivated , works well in a team and promotes strong teamwork spirit, 

• flexible, efficient, and commited.  

• Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, as well as work independently.

Desirable

• English: Good written and spoken 

• Worked previously in NGO

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 DRC’s vision and values. 

We offer 

Contract length: 6 months until end of June 2018 

Level:  C1 

Duty Station: Bekaa 

Start date: February 2018

Salary and conditions will be in accordance with Danish Refugee Council’s Terms of Employment for Nationals; please refer to drc.ngo under Vacancies. For questions regarding the vacancy please contact dolene.khairallah@drclebanon.dk.

Application process 

Interested? Then apply for this position by clicking on the apply button or go to www.drc.ngo under current vacancies. 

All applicants must send a cover letter and an updated CV (no longer than four pages) in English. Applications sent by email will not be considered.

Closing date for applications: 31st of January 2018. interviews are going to be done on a rolling basis. When the candidate is selected, the position will be automatically closed. 

If you have questions or are facing problems with the online application process, please contact job@drc.dk 

For further information about the Danish Refugee Council, please consult our website drc.ngo.