Near East Foundation (NEF)

Job Advertisement – Syria

Title: Finance Officer

Reports to: Finance Manager, Jordan

Location: Syria

Type: Full-time, Project

Background:

The Near East Foundation (NEF) is seeking candidates for the Finance Officer to be based in Syria. NEF is a non-profit international development organization that has supported livelihoods recovery and community-based economic development in the Middle East, Africa, and Caucasus since 1915. NEF draws on local teams, experience, and partnerships in these regions to create community-led solutions to improve livelihoods and local governance among conflict and crisis-affected groups, while maintaining neutrality and ensuring inclusiveness in our approach. Working through a network of country offices and local partners, NEF currently has operations in ten countries: Armenia, Jordan, Lebanon, Iraq, Mali, Morocco, Palestine, Sudan, South Sudan, and Syria. Our programs are organized around three pillars: Inclusive Economic Development, Climate-resilient Development, and Stabilization and Peacebuilding.

Position Description

The Finance Officer is a member of Near East Foundation team in Syria, reporting directly to the Finance Manager. This is a finance and accounting position responsible for all day-to-day accounting entries and is also responsible to ensure that all accounting, procurement compliance, and other cost related activities are performed in accordance with NEF policies, donor and local regulations.

Duties & Responsibilities

The Finance Officer will have the following responsibilities:

• Compile entries into the accounting software daily and ensure records are booked at the country office level.
• Lead & Control the cash flows from Country Office to area/field operations and any other payments.
• Submitting monthly cash requests to the Head Office.
• Verify procurement process by reviewing invoices for accuracy and ensuring that appropriate procurement authorization and supporting documentation are attached and in accordance to NEF procurement process;
• Ensures there is proper supporting documentation for all payments and accounting entries.
• Review all staff expense reports and advance requests to ensure compliance to NEF policies prior to payment.
• Maintain control of petty cash and reconcile monthly.
• Assist in the preparation of disbursement vouchers, and transfer requests and ensure all the supporting documentation is attached and bank account information are correct and updated.
• Prepare reconciliation for the balance sheet accounts and responsible for clearing the outstanding items.
• Follow up with Implementing partner on financial reports, reconciliations, payments, supporting documentation and registration of entries.
• Support the Finance Manager in the preparation of annual audits and quarterly forecasts.
• Performs other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

Qualifications and Requirements:

The successful Finance Officer must be a self-directed individual with the following qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance or related field, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• 4-6 years finance and accounting experience preferably from the International NGO sector.
• Current knowledge of local regulations related to accounting, payroll and benefit administration, and taxes as they apply to International NGOs.
• Effective team player, able to develop and maintain effective working relationships within a distributed and dynamic team.
• Competence with accounting software, preferably Sage Intacct and with MS Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Proficiency in written and oral English and Arabic required.
• Able to read and interpret documents and communicate with others as necessary to perform job duties effectively.
• Strong interpersonal skills, training and capacity building skills.
• Strong numerical skills and attention to detail.
• Flexibility in accepting work assignments, while maintaining focus on critical tasks.

How to Apply:

NEF will accept a rolling application until the position is filled. Review of application will begin on April 07, 2025. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

To apply:

Please apply by submitting the following documents in the English language to https://neareast.bamboohr.com/careers/452?source=aWQ9OA%3D%3D :

1. Cover letter outlining relevant experience and skills based on the requirements outlined above
2. Curriculum Vitae
3. List of three references (including one from current, or most recent, employer)

Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Applicants are strongly encouraged to familiarize themselves with the Near East Foundation by visiting the NEF website at www.neareast.org

The Near East Foundation promotes Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants seeking employment and NEF employees.

Pre-employment Checks

Any Employment with the Near East Foundation will be subject to the following checks prior to start date:

• A satisfactory Restricted Party Screening.
• Receipt of satisfactory references.
• Workplace Verification Check.