Accountant / Finance Assistant in non-profit organization

Accountant / Finance Assistant in non-profit organization

FSD is non-government, neutral, independent organization, with HQ based in Geneva, Switzerland. In Ukraine FSD conducts Mine Action activities which aim to reduce social, economic and ecological impact of mine, ERW contamination.

Purpose of the position:

The Accountant / Finance Assistant will be responsible for  accounting, financial and administrative activities of FSD Ukraine Charitable Fund.

Location:

The Finance Assistant will be based in Chernihiv with a requirement to travel within Ukraine.

Scope:

The Accountant / Finance Assistant reports Senior Finance Officer and/or to the Deputy Country Derector  and is responsible for accounting, finance and administrative matters of the Charitable Fund , including but not limited to the following duties:

• To maintain the accounting records  according to Ukrainian legal requirements (in the Ukrainian accounting system);
• To prepare internal accounting documents in line with Ukrainian legal requirements;
• To ensure that primary documents comply with the criteria set by Ukrainian legislation;
• To prepare the monthly closing and revision of accounts to National Ukrainian standart;
• To monitor the valid Ukrainian legislation to make sure that FSD complies with the valid requirements;
• To interact with Ukrainian Tax Authorities on any and all inquiries, audits or inspections;
• To facilitate the examination of financial records and external audit when necessary;
• To compile all financial documentation for monthly submission to FSD HQ;
• To supervise the use of local purchase and other administrative systems implemented by the project and ensure that they are maintained and followed by staff;
• To liaise with Ukrainian state institutions and/or subcontractors on various issues: amendment to FSD state registration, changes of signatories in banks, international staff residency/work permit applications, humanitarian aid receipt and customs clearance, etc;
• To ensure confidentiality of all files (e.g. contracts, budgets, etc.);
• Perform other related duties as required by the management team and inform the Senior Finansical Officer if there are any problems affecting his/her areas of responsibility;

Essential Requirements / Qualifications

• University qualification in finance, accounting or a related field;
• Minimum of 3 years of work experience in the sphere of accounting and finance, preferably with some experience in a similar role in a Charity Fund or Representative Office,
• Excellent knowledge of Ukrainian tax legislation and accounting procedures;
• Good  knowledge of English, fluency in Ukrainian ;
• Proficient user of 1C 8, M.E.Dok, Сота, Excel;
• Competent with MS Office applications.

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience working with INGOs.

Personal Attributes

• Honest and trustworthy;
• Respectful;
• Cultural awareness and sensitivity;
• Flexibility;
• Willingness and ability to learn fast;
• Ability to meet tight deadlines;
• Ability to maintain the confidentiality of project documentation.

Deadline for applications 25.06.2022.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Starting date

as soon as possible.

Duration

One year with possibility of extension subject to performance and funding.

Interested candidates should submit the following documents:

• CV in English with salary expectations;
• Details of two references (telephone number and email).