Senior Finance Officer

Detailed Job Description

Develop, update, and implement financial policies, procedures, and controls to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and donor guidelines.

Manage budgeting processes, including preparation, monitoring, and reporting on budgets to donors.

Conduct financial analysis, forecasting, and risk assessment to support strategic decision-making and financial sustainability of the NGO.

Oversee accounting functions, including accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and reconciliations, to maintain accurate financial records.

Coordinate with project managers to track project expenses, funding utilization, and grant compliance.

Prepare financial reports, statements, and presentations for the internal management, and external stakeholders including donors, partners, Board Members and auditors.

Monitor, update, and conduct spot-checks on cash flow, bank accounts, donor fundings, fixed assets, and financial performance, and recommend actions to improve efficiency and cost-effectiveness.

Ensure timely and accurate tax filings, audits, and financial reviews as required by Lebanese law and Nusaned policies and submits them to the organization's auditer.

Provide guidance and support to Accounting team members and cashier to promote a culture of compliance and integrity, and contribute to capacity building initiatives.

Report to the Head of Operation any risk, incident, or discrepancy in a timely and transparent manner.

Resolve any financial disputes raised by the upper management and donors.

Perform any additional tasks, when requested by the Head of operations. 

Reports to: Head of Operations.

Supervisory Responsibility: Accountant, Cashier, Driver.

Collaborates and Works with: Executive Director, Head of Programs, Procurement, HR, MEAL & Grants, and Communication.

Knowledge and Experience

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field. Master's degree or professional certification (e.g., CPA, CFA) is a plus.

Proven 1-2 years of experience in financial management, preferably in an NGO or INGO.

Strong knowledge of financial principles, budgeting, accounting standards, and donor regulations (e.g., USAID, EU funding).

Proficiency in financial software (ERP Microsoft Dynamis system is a plus) and Microsoft Office Suite, with advanced Excel skills for financial analysis.

Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with attention to detail and accuracy.

Ability to work collaboratively in a multicultural environment, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.

Familiarity with grant management, fundraising, and donor reporting processes is a must.

Detail-oriented and high level of constructive attitude and proactivity.

Demonstrate strong English and Arabic oral and written communication skills.

Nusaned has zero tolerance towards any form(s) of sexual harassment and/or SEA (sexual abuse and exploitation). It expressly prohibits and will not tolerate any form of harassment or exploitation, be it physical, sexual or psychological. Nusnaed expects all its staff/contractors/sub-contractors/volunteers to be in compliance with the safeguarding/PSEA policy, and any breaches towards this policy would lead to immediate and effective termination of the contract.