Finance Assistant

The Finance Assistant manages the receipt and disbursement of funds and maintains accurate financial records to support the program in Mogadishu. The role requires working under pressure and may involve varying working hours during humanitarian emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Manage the receipt and disbursement of funds.
• Maintain accurate financial records.
• Support the program in Mogadishu.
• Work outside the normal role profile and vary working hours accordingly in the event of a major humanitarian emergency.

Requirements

• Diploma/Bachelor Business Administration such as accounting, banking, finance or any other social science.
• Minimum 1 year proven work experience within a busy working environment, preferably with Humanitarian organizations.
• Computer skills especially in Ms Excel, spread sheets and Ms Word.
• Cash Management (handling, disburse and recording all transactions).
• High level of integrity and ability to work as part of a professional team.
• Ability to work under high pressure to meet tight deadlines.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment and willingness to deliver results.

Skills

• Cash management
• Financial Record Keeping
• MS Excel
• Spreadsheet Management
• MS Word
• Working Under Pressure
• Humanitarian Financing
• Financial Transaction Recording

Languages

English