Finance Officer

***Due to the urgency to fill this role, applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Kindly note that the position might be filled before the vacancy announcement is closed; therefore, early applications are encouraged.***

The Opportunity – Finance Officer - CO

Post location:  Country Office located in Ramallah. 

Contract Duration: Until April 30th, 2026

ROLE PURPOSE:

The post holder will contribute to the regular processing of the accounting of the Country Office and ensure all the appropriate posting and reconciliation done in time for the month end closure and review by the Finance Leadership. Will ensure the compliance to Save the Children procedure and accounting policy.

The post holder is also responsible to oversee all aspects of administrative and general support services for the Country Office

In the event of a major humanitarian emergency, the role holder will be expected to work outside the normal role profile and be able to vary working hours accordingly.

SCOPE OF ROLE: 

Reports to: Finance Control and Compliance Coordinator

Staff reporting to this post: None 

Budget Responsibilities: None

Role Dimensions: oPt CO is a high complexity country, multi-member interest, with an annual budget of around $40+m, and 100+ staff. Currently the program is experiencing a growth in funding and complexity due to the war in Gaza.

KEY AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY

Payment, posting and archiving

• Review and record payments for the Country Office.
• Write checks and prepare bank transfer letters.
• Ensure all required supporting documents are properly prepared, stamped, signed and archived.
• Review and record staff payments for travel and expenses.
• Distribute checks to suppliers, consultants, and contractors.
• Enter journal vouchers into the Agresso system.
• Record payment vouchers and cash received in the bank tracking sheet.
• Handle transfer letters to banks and obtain monthly bank statements.
• Assist in managing cash flow and prepare weekly remittance reports on ProSave.

Month end Processing:

• Prepare and record internal cash transfers.
• Confirm cash received from the SCI center via email.
• Enter salary payments and adjustments into Agresso.
• Upload monthly reports and documents for the regional office.
• Assist in end-month bank reconciliation.

Year End and Audit:

• Assist with the BS review, and ensure all transaction are properly cleared in the system
• Verify validity and supporting documentation for open item at year end
• Coordinate the Finance Assistant on the review finance files for audit readiness.

Staff Development and Training

• Provide technical assistance, training, orientation, and support new staff on finance procedure for payment and claims
• Do orientation sessions and training finance and non-finance staff on Agresso and the coding systems.

جميع الحقوق محفوظة لموقع جوبس.

In order to be successful, you will bring/have: 

QUALIFICATIONS   

• University degree in Accounting or a relevant field.

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

• At least 3 years of relevant work experience.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage a complex and diverse workload and to work to tight deadlines.
• Ability to contribute to the growing team, motivating staff and working collaboratively with colleagues and providing support and advice as necessary.
• Understanding of Save the Children’s vision and mission and a commitment to it’s objectives.
• Written and verbal fluency in English. 
• Commitment to Save the Children values.

We offer a competitive package in the context of the sector. This role is offered on the basis of national terms and conditions. 

Save the Children promotes a diverse and inclusive work environment, women and people with different abilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Organisation

Save the Children works in development and humanitarian contexts with children and partners to help families, communities, and governments identify and use innovations to ensure all children survive, learn and are protected.

We employ approximately 25,000 people across the globe and work on the ground in over 100 countries to help children affected by crises, or those that need better healthcare, education and child protection. We also campaign and advocate at the highest levels to realize the right of children and to ensure their voices are heard.  
 

We are working towards three breakthroughs in how the world treats children by 2030:

• No child dies from preventable causes before their 5th birthday 
• All children learn from a quality basic education and that,
• Violence against children is no longer tolerated 

We know that great people make a great organization, and that our employees play a crucial role in helping us achieve our ambitions for children.  We value our people and offer a meaningful and rewarding career, along with a collaborative and inclusive environment where ambition, creativity, and integrity are highly valued. 

Please attach a copy of your CV and cover letter with your application, and include details of your current remuneration and salary expectations.  A copy of the full role profile can be found at Search Jobs - SCI Career Site Careers (oraclecloud.com).

We need to keep children safe so our selection process, which includes rigorous background checks, reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.

All employees are expected to carry out their duties in accordance with our global anti-harassment policy.