Finance Officer

Job Posting Organization:
The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) is an international humanitarian organization founded in Denmark in 195

• It assists refugees and internally displaced persons globally by providing emergency aid, advocating for their rights, and enhancing their opportunities for a better future. The organization operates in conflict-affected areas, along displacement routes, and in host countries, working closely with local communities to develop responsible and sustainable solutions. DRC aims for successful integration of displaced individuals and, when possible, supports their desire to return home. With over 7,000 staff and 8,000 volunteers, DRC's vision is to ensure a dignified life for all displaced persons, guided by its core values of humanity, respect, independence, neutrality, participation, honesty, and transparency.

Job Overview:
The Finance Officer position is crucial for the overall cash supervision of the country office. The role involves tracking all advances, bookkeeping, and filing, ensuring that financial operations run smoothly. The Finance Officer will work closely with the program team to coordinate cash distributions and may require limited travel to the field, particularly in the Kabul area, and potentially to other regions as needed. The position requires a strong focus on documentation and vouchers, ensuring that all finance supporting documents are complete and adhere to the necessary coding and authorization levels. The Finance Officer will also maintain communication with the logistics department to ensure timely payments to suppliers and manage the cash flow effectively.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Finance Officer will have a range of responsibilities including:

• Maintaining external contacts and collaborating closely with the program team on cash distributions.
• Conducting limited travel to the field for cash distribution activities.
• Linking with DRC bases on financial issues and possibly visiting bases to participate in financial training.
• Ensuring that finance supporting documents are complete and properly coded.
• Working with the logistics department to ensure timely payments to suppliers.
• Updating the signature schedule monthly and ensuring compliance.
• Performing scheduled and unscheduled cash counts and documenting these activities.
• Organizing transfers and liaising with banks regarding cash issues.
• Managing the payment of bills, including electricity and post-paid bills. 1
• Following up on advances and ensuring proper recording and clearance in the absence of the cashier. 1
• Maintaining an updated computerized cash book and ensuring proper filing of accounting documents. 1
• Supporting the finance department during audits and performing any other duties as assigned by the line manager.

Required Qualifications:
To be considered for this position, candidates must possess the following qualifications:

• A minimum of 3 years of relevant professional work experience in finance or a related field.
• Strong technical competencies in financial management and cash handling.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively with various teams and stakeholders.
• Strong communication skills, particularly in English.

Educational Background:
Candidates must have a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) or an equivalent qualification in finance or a related field. This educational background is essential to ensure that the candidate has the necessary theoretical knowledge and practical skills to perform the duties of the Finance Officer effectively.

Experience:
The position requires a minimum of 3 years of relevant professional work experience. This experience should ideally be in finance, accounting, or a related field, demonstrating the candidate's ability to manage financial operations and cash flow effectively. Candidates should have a proven track record of working in similar roles, preferably within humanitarian or non-profit organizations.

Languages:
The mandatory language for this position is English, and candidates should have a good command of the language to effectively communicate and perform their duties. Proficiency in additional languages may be considered an asset but is not explicitly required for this role.

Additional Notes:
This vacancy is open only to internal staff of DRC Afghanistan. The salary and conditions for this position will be in accordance with the DRC salary scale. The application process requires interested candidates to submit a cover letter and an updated CV, both in the same language and not exceeding four pages in length. The deadline for applications is not specified in the job posting.