Financial Consultant

The Financial Consultant will be responsible for the following key tasks:

• Overseeing all financial aspects of the Bridge-The-Gap Project.
• Collaborating with the Finance Manager to develop and maintain project budgets.
• Conducting financial planning to support the effective allocation of resources.
• Monitoring project expenditures to ensure adherence to approved budgets.
• Implementing proper financial controls to safeguard project funds.
• Providing timely and accurate financial reporting to relevant stakeholders.
• Analyzing financial data and trends to identify areas for optimization.
• Offering recommendations to enhance financial efficiency and sustainability.
• Assisting in the preparation of financial projections and forecasts.
• Supporting financial compliance and auditing requirements.

Qualifications and Experience:

• A Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• Proven experience in financial management and budget oversight.
• Knowledge of financial planning and analysis techniques.
• Familiarity with financial reporting standards and compliance requirements.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial data.
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities.
• Proficiency in financial software and MS Office applications.
• Previous experience working with NGOs or development projects is an advantage.
• Previous experience working with international donors and especially GIZ in Lebanon.

Duration and Location:

The consultancy will span 2 months, commencing from October 1st till November 30^th 2023. The consultant will be expected to work remotely and collaborate with the Musharek NGO team through virtual meetings and communications.