We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Finance Officer to join our team at ERC. The Finance Officer, based in Yerevan, Armenia, will play a crucial role in managing all financial aspects of our operations, ensuring compliance with local regulations and global standards. We are looking for somebody interested in digitalization, with a good understanding of anti-corruption and anti-bribery principles, and ready to work in an international multicultural team.
Location: Yerevan, Armenia
Contract Type: Fixed-term (1 year), extension possible
NB! How to apply? Interested candidates should submit their resume, cover letter, and salary expectations through our HR platform by 22.10.2023.
Estonian Refugee Council is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.
Finance Management Tasks (40%):
- Ensure the functionality of the accounting and financial management system.
- Compile financial reports in compliance with reporting deadlines and donor requirements.
- Provide input on financial and budgetary needs during grant proposal processes.
- Track and update financial projections for projects, programs, and general budgets.
- Manage staff effort allocations across projects.
- Support HR Officer in employment questions related to State Tax Service regulations.
Accounting Tasks (60%):
- Process purchase and sales documents in a timely manner.
- Handle payment requests as per internal and legal requirements.
- Conduct salary calculations and prepare payments.
- Manage fixed assets accounting.
- File and submit tax declarations; prepare payments.
- Compile financial reports based on accounting data and budgets.
- Check and correct accounting data based on project reports.
- Oversee projects' and annual auditing processes.
- Implement and maintain financial policies, procedures, standards, and guidelines.
- Address staff members' questions on salary, compensations, and other accounting issues.
- Update internal documentation and communicate changes in accounting rules.
- Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Financial Management, or a related field.
- Minimum of 3 years professional work experience in accounting and bookkeeping.
- Excellent understanding of Armenian taxation laws.
- Previous experience in a non-profit agency/grant-funded environment.
- Proficiency in spoken and written English and Armenian.
- Solid organizational skills, detail-oriented, ability to multi-task, set priorities, and meet deadlines.
- Strong computer skills, including high proficiency in MS Excel and finance-related software.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment.
- Innovative Projects: Join us in working on cutting-edge humanitarian assistant projects.
- Career Advancement: We believe in promoting from within. Exceptional performance and dedication are recognized and rewarded.
- Competitive Salary: We offer a competitive salary. We believe in compensating our employees fairly for their hard work and dedication.
- Collaborative and Inclusive Culture: We foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment where every team member is valued.