Finance Officer

Found in: beBee S JO - 2 weeks ago

Amman, Jordan Medair Full time

"JOB TITLE: Finance Officer ( Maternity Cover)


LOCATION: Amman and field visits as needed, Jordan


REPORTING TO: Finance Manager

OVERALL PURPOSE
Working as an important member of a diverse team who are committed to serve the world’s most vulnerable with practical and compassionate care the Finance Officer supports many of the financial activities of the programme. On a day-to-day basis the Finance Officer carries out a variety of accounting functions required to ensure that the financial needs of the programme are met and that all financial transactions are carried out and recorded accurately, timely and in accordance with donor, HQ and Medair Jordan guidelines

PROJECT OVERVIEW
In Jordan, approximately 85% of Syrian refugees are living in host communities where they are renting accommodation and trying to survive without the level of services offered in formal camp settings. Medair is working to help support host communities and refugee families who are not living in camps through providing cash, NFI, shelter, health and nutrition support to meet essential needs of the most vulnerable and increase their protection and resilience.

FUNCTIONAL LINKS 
Internal:


Finance Manager
HR Officer and Finance Officers
Project Managers
Cash and Health project staff
Other Medair management, project and support staff


External:


Local authorities (Income tax department, Social Security department, etc)
Banks


KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Finances and Accounting


Carry out the day-to-day accounting functions of the programme including, but not limited to:



Managing and handling in-country cash, ensuring sufficient amounts are available at all times and that necessary security measures are in place and are being followed
Conducting regular cash counts and bank reconciliations, verifying amounts held, and reporting any discrepancies
Paying supplier invoices either directly or in conjunction with colleagues and in accordance with agreements made
Supporting colleagues in cash handling and financial transactions, providing coaching and guidance as required
Ensuring all financial transactions are carried out in accordance with the Medair guidelines and procedures and any donor requirements
Enter financial transactions timely in Medair’s financial accounting system



Carry out the weekly & monthly accounting functions of the programme including, but not limited to:



Produce accurate weekly accounts within the agreed timeframe, including the compilation and finalization of weekly expenses for designated cash and/or bank accounts
Paying staff salaries and allowances as agreed, ensuring that all required statutory deductions are made and subsequently paid to the appropriate authorities
Gather cash need forecast from Budget Holders, review for accuracy and completeness, and consolidate it in the monthly cash needs forecast for the Country Programme, ensuring that money is transferred between locations and banks in a timely manner



Support the Cash & Health programme team with the Cash Assistance programme by having frequent bank contact to ensure beneficiary IRIS/ATM accounts are created or recharged.
Support and review local partners’ financial reports, when requested, and follow up where needed to ensure that Finance Procedures are followed to fulfill obligations to Medair and donors 
Support internal and external (local partner) financial audits, when requested, providing all information required by local legislation, donors, HQ, or other bodies
Assist budget holders in the creation of project/base budgets
Report immediately any possible fraud or theft to the Finance Manager


Administration


Ensure a clear and transparent paper trail is adhered to for all financial transactions and that all filing and archiving is in line with Medair and donor requirements which follows international accounting standards.
Timely monthly scanning of all financial transactions and preparing for shipment to HQ


Communication


Maintain open and frequent communication, where applicable, with the Finance Manager, Management, and the HQ Finance Officer concerning all financial issues
Ensure colleagues are informed of the required finance procedures, be available to answer any finance-related questions, and to provide coaching and guidance as necessary


Quality Management


Adhere to all financial internal controls by using and promoting the Medair Finance Manual of Procedures and other operating procedures, ensuring that all standardised formats are used and guidelines are followed
Treat personal-, financial- and programme data with confidentiality


Remain flexible to assist in other duties or other tasks as required.

QUALIFICATION / EXPERIENCE:
Qualification
ESSENTIAL


Qualification in a numerical subject such as accounting


DESIRABLE


Bachelor degree in accounting or equivalent 


Work Experience
ESSENTIAL


At least 2 years of work experience in a finance / administration position
Proven experience of managing processes and tasks involving multiple stakeholders


DESIRABLE


2 years of experience in a not-for-profit organisation (e.g. international NGO)


Languages
ESSENTIAL


Excellent Arabic.
High level of written and spoken English.


IT
ESSENTIAL


Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook


DESIRABLE


Experience in working with different accounting packages


SKILLS / ATTRIBUTES:
Motivation
ESSENTIAL


Enjoys a challenge, works hard to achieve objectives, compassionate 


DESIRABLE


Enthusiastic, self-motivated


Team-building
ESSENTIAL


Team-player with good inter-personal skills, cross-cultural understanding, and clear communicator (skilled in oral and written communication).


DESIRABLE


Encouraging, supportive
Previous experience of working in a multi-cultural international team


​Adaptability
ESSENTIAL


Capacity to work under pressure and manage personal stress levels
Able to prioritise work to meet deadlines. Creative, open-minded, flexible, self-learner


DESIRABLE


Willingness to be stretched professionally & personally


Technical expertise
ESSENTIAL


Good attention to detail, accurate
Problem solving ability
Excellently organised and structured
Competent with administrative tasks
Experience in dealing with banks


DESIRABLE


Knowledge of humanitarian context


Management and leadership
ESSENTIAL


Efficient in managing work 


DESIRABLE


Leadership skills and a supportive and consultative management style


JOB COMMITMENT
Working Location: Based in Amman
Starting date: April 15, 2024
Duration of commitment: Initial contract duration until August 15, 2024. Possibility of extending this agreement is subject to the need of maternity cover for a longer time. 
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