Finance Officer

SyriaFinance OfficerOrganizationAid Gate OrganizationPosted 5 Aug 2025 Closing date 14 Aug 2025Job PurposeThe Finance Officer ensures accurate financial management, compliance with donor/organizational policies, and efficient budgeting/reporting to support Aid Gate’s humanitarian programs in Syria. The role oversees accounting, payroll, audits, and financial controls while collaborating with HR, logistics, and program teams. Key Responsibilities Financial Management & ComplianceMaintain accurate financial records per Aid Gate policies, IFRS, and donor regulations (e. g. , ECHO, UN, BHA). Implement and monitor internal financial controls to prevent fraud/misuse. Ensure compliance with local tax laws and statutory requirements. Accounting & DocumentationRecord daily transactions in accounting software (e.

g. , QuickBooks, Excel). Prepare and verify payment vouchers, receipts, and journal entries. Reconcile petty cash, bank statements, and field office accounts monthly. Archive financial documents per organizational retention policies. Budgeting & Financial ReportingAssist in developing project budgets with program teams. Track expenditures vs. budgets; prepare monthly variance reports. Draft donor financial reports (ensuring adherence to grant agreements). Support cash flow forecasting and financial planning. Payroll & Month-End ClosureCollaborate with HR to process monthly payroll (salaries, taxes, social security). Prepare payroll summaries, salary slips, and statutory filings. Assist in monthly/yearly financial closures, including ledger reconciliations.

Audits & Financial ControlsFacilitate internal/external audits by providing documentation and explanations. Address audit findings and implement corrective actions. Monitor compliance with procurement-finance linkage (e. g. , approvals, documentation). Coordination & Capacity BuildingLiaise with banks, vendors, and partners on payments/contracts. Train field staff on financial procedures and compliance. Participate in finance-related meetings and process improvement initiatives. EssentialQualifications & Skills: Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field. Experience: Minimum 3 years in finance/accounting, preferably with NGOs/international donors. Technical Skills: Proficiency in accounting software (QuickBooks, ERP systems) and advanced Excel. Knowledge of donor compliance (e. g.

, UN, GIZ, BHA), budgeting, and audit support. Languages: Fluency in Arabic; working English (for reporting). PreferredCertification in accounting (ACCA, CPA) or NGO financial management. Familiarity with Syrian financial regulations and tax laws. Experience in humanitarian emergencies or multi-donor projectsHow to applyInterested Applicants Must Send Their Most RecentCVCover LetterTo recruitment@aidgateorganization. org, the Subject line must read: Finance Officer-AGO-Syria-010825NoteFemale candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. Applications not meeting the specified minimum requirements may not be consideredThe CVs received after the closing date may not be considered.

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview that may include a written test of communication and writing skills. Candidates are encouraged to apply early, as applications may be screened before the vacancy deadline. Due to the nature of AGO work activities, AGO demands its employees to have the highest discretion and flexibility qualities. AGO can change the work location of its employees at any time according to the needs of its mission. AGO can update tasks on this Job Description at any time according to the evolution of the program or changes in strategy.

The above-listed tasks are not exhaustive; the employee can be asked to undertake other tasks by the employer according to the competencies, to work over setting timeJob detailsCountrySyrian Arab RepublicCity Damascus SourceAid Gate OrganizationTypeJobCareer categoryAdministration/FinanceYears of experience3-4 yearsShare Share this on Facebook Share this on X Post this on LinkedIn