Finance Officer
arcenciel believes in and works on achieving equality between genders as partners of development and ambassadors in promoting gender equality. We aim to empower women in the workplace by offering a supportive benefits package. We work to integrate women into the economic and social aspects of their society by encouraging them to play their part in achieving sustainable development and reaching their full potential in society.
arcenciel also ensures the value of the ability and individuality of people with disabilities by providing each individual the opportunities needed to reach their full potential as participants within an inclusive and diversified culture. We affirm that the complete realization of the human rights of all persons with disabilities is an inalienable, integral, and indivisible part of all human rights and fundamental freedoms. Also, arcenciel states its intention and commitment to continuing to pursue the goals of inclusion and empowerment of persons with disabilities and their human rights, well-being, and perspectives.
arcenciel encourages job seekers with disabilities to apply for vacant positions and engage in economic and social development activities. We commit to providing reasonable accommodation for applicants when requested.
Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to send an email to [email protected] if they present any requests for reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process.
General Objectives and Tasks:
1. Ensure the capitalization of all the records of the grants in progress:
- Ensure accurate capitalization of all records related to grants in progress.
- Collect and record all supporting documents necessary for effective reporting and monitoring of grants, including invoices, receipts, bank statements, payroll records, and contracts.
- Guide and lead the finance assistant in following up on outstanding documentation with field teams.
- Identify and allocate accounting data related to covered grants.
- Maintain a comprehensive database of financial elements for each grant, including general ledger extracts, transaction lists, spending plans, and financial budget follow-up reports.
- Perform timely classification and filing of all relevant documentation.
- Ensure the availability of funds for ongoing projects.
2. Payment processing and ensuring the validity of documents and their compliance with the financial regulations and procedures:
- Conduct monthly reconciliations to ensure records align with bank statements and that the General Ledger (GL) matches the transaction list.
- Support the Senior Finance Officer in facilitating donor auditing missions.
- Request project payments in accordance with SOPs and organizational procedures.
- Process and release staff salaries allocated to relevant grants.
3. Ensure sound reporting of financial data according to the requirements and the calendar of donors:
- Ensure compliance with donor-specific requirements and templates.
- In coordination with the Senior Finance Officer, communicate financial progress reports to project coordinators and managers in a timely and accurate manner.
- Identify and address irregularities or unclear regulations and reports.
- Compile and report all relevant data in accordance with donor and partner requirements.
- Update the financial progress chart of projects based on donor-set indicators.
Professional & Personal Competencies:
- Proven experience in financial management and reporting.
- Strong understanding of financial regulations and procedures.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Working Schedule: Monday till Friday; From 09:00 AM till 05:00 PM.
Contract Type: 1 year (Renewable based on performance and funding).
NOTE:
Daleel Madani, the civil society network, serves as a platform for organisations to post their professional opportunities, but is not involved in the recruitment process. The hiring organisation is solely responsible for the job and candidate selection.
- Lebanon
- Beirut