Finance Senior Officer

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

• With a mission to assist refugees and internally displaced persons globally, DRC provides emergency aid, advocates for their rights, and works towards sustainable solutions for their integration and potential return home. The organization operates in conflict-affected areas, along displacement routes, and in host countries, collaborating with local communities to ensure responsible and effective support. DRC has grown significantly over the years, employing more than 7,000 staff and engaging around 8,000 volunteers across various countries, all driven by a vision of a dignified life for all displaced individuals. The organization's core values include humanity, respect, independence, neutrality, and participation, which guide their operations and interactions with affected populations.

Job Overview:
The Finance Senior Officer position at DRC is a critical role that focuses on supporting budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and grant financial management. This position is essential for ensuring that financial processes are executed accurately and efficiently, contributing to the overall financial health of the organization. The Finance Senior Officer will work closely with the Finance Manager and various teams, including program and grants teams, to ensure that financial data is accurate and compliant with donor requirements. The role involves consolidating operational and proposal budgets, monitoring financial performance, and ensuring timely reporting to donors. The Finance Senior Officer will also play a key role in maintaining the integrity of financial data within the Dynamics ERP system, providing support and training to finance staff, and ensuring that all financial activities align with DRC's standards and policies.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Finance Senior Officer will have a wide range of responsibilities, including but not limited to: consolidating operational and proposal budgets in collaboration with Grants and Program teams; supporting the development and monitoring of the Master Budget; ensuring the timely completion of the BFU cycle; reviewing BFUs for potential adjustments and overspend risks; maintaining staff cost allocation and resource scheduling sheets; preparing annual budgets and reconciling data with Dynamics; assisting in the preparation of financial compliance checklists; participating in project kick-off and closure meetings; supporting the correct use of Dynamics for finance staff; ensuring high data accuracy in the ERP system; coordinating with the Grants Unit to maintain an updated reporting calendar; developing internal action plans for timely submissions; preparing donor financial reports; and supporting partners in budget preparation and reporting processes. The Finance Senior Officer may also be required to perform any other duties as requested by the Finance Manager.

Required Qualifications:
To be considered for the Finance Senior Officer position, candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, with additional certification in a related field being a plus. A minimum of three years of experience in budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and grant financial management is required. Candidates should have strong experience working with ERP systems, particularly Microsoft Dynamics, and a solid understanding of donor reporting requirements and budgeting rules. Advanced Excel skills, including proficiency in pivot tables, formulas, and data modeling, are essential. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong analytical abilities, attention to detail, and the capacity to manage heavy workloads under tight deadlines. Excellent communication and coordination skills with stakeholders are also necessary.

Educational Background:
Candidates applying for the Finance Senior Officer role must have a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance. While a degree is a requirement, additional certifications in finance or accounting-related fields are considered advantageous and may enhance a candidate's profile.

Experience:
The position requires a minimum of three years of relevant experience in budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and grant financial management. Candidates should have a proven track record of working with ERP systems, particularly Microsoft Dynamics, and must demonstrate a solid understanding of donor reporting requirements and compliance.

Languages:
Full professional proficiency in English and Arabic is mandatory for this position. Candidates should be able to communicate effectively in both languages, as the role involves coordination with various stakeholders and reporting to donors. Proficiency in additional languages may be considered an asset but is not required.

Additional Notes:
The Finance Senior Officer position is based in Amman, Jordan, and the application deadline is set for December 30, 202

• Applicants are required to submit a cover letter and an updated CV in English, with the CV not exceeding four pages. Applications sent via email will not be considered. The role is expected to demonstrate DRC’s five core competencies: striving for excellence, collaborating, taking the lead, communicating effectively, and demonstrating integrity. For any questions or issues with the online application process, candidates are encouraged to visit the DRC job support page. Further information about the Danish Refugee Council can be found on their official website.