Finance Officer

Finance Officer

Diyala

        Danish Refugee Council, one of the world’s leading humanitarian NGOs, is currently looking for a highly qualified 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 displacement 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 fulfilment 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

• Fulfil daily accounting tasks and assist in coordinating financial functions and services
• Producing relevant financial previsions and reports on a regular basis
• Support the team in strategic focus and ensures compliance to DRC procedures and guidelines at area level.

Contributes to the development of base strategies, which are translated into action plans and day-to-day tasks.

Main Responsibilities:

• Transfers and payments
• Ensure all payments are made timely and in accordance with existing DRC forms 
• Ensure all payments meet requirements of National Law and engage with authorities, tax advisors or other stakeholders to ensure tax requirements are met accordingly
• Ensure that payment documents comply with DRC internal financial procedures and donor regulations
• Ensure proper transfer of funds from country office to the Area Office

Accounting

• Ensure all expenses enter the DRC Dynamics in time and of highest quality
• Ensure to update cashbooks daily to reflect the actual status of existing cash count and bank balance in all currencies
• Ensure all bank accounts statements are reconciled  
• Ensure proper filing system for financial documents

Budget control, planning and reporting

• Develop and ensure the implementation of shared cost tools
• Liaise with Program Managers on regular budget monitoring
• Prepare and use budget control tools for regular budget follow up
• Prepare and assist in issuing donor reports
• Support the development of new proposals with financial information for budgeting
• Biweekly Cash Book
• Monthly stock update
• Monthly financial report (with all supporting documentation attached to it)
• Reporting as required Correctly use DRC Dynamics functionalities in area of concern

About you

• Minimum 2 years of relevant work experience in financial/accounting field
• Advanced proficiency in Excel
• Basic proficiency in PowerPoint and Word
• Experience in working in NGOs

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 uphold and promote the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation to our values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment.

We offer

Contract length: 6 months

Band: H

Start date: 15/Oct/2021

Salary and conditions will be in accordance with Danish Refugee Council’s Terms of Employment for Nationals;

 please refer to drc.ngo under Vacancies.

Application process

Interested? Then apply for this position by clicking on the apply button.
All applicants must upload 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: 2sc Oct 2021

Please note: that given the urgency of vacancy the position may be filled before the due date.

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