Job ID
45170
Job Title
Finance Manager – Audit and Accounting
To work for
International Rescue Committee
Country
Syria
City
Damascus
Field of Work
Finances/Accountancy - Banking/Insurance
Job Type
Full time
Military service
Not Specified
Minimum Education Level
Bachelor/ License Degree
Responsibilities
Background/IRC Summary:
The Syria crisis is often described as the worst humanitarian catastrophe since the end of the Cold War. Today, 13.4 million people in Syria - more than half of the country's population - are in need of humanitarian assistance with needs increasingly being exacerbated by economic decline. Of these, 6.8 million are refugees and asylum-seekers who have fled the country. This is no short-term humanitarian episode. The devastating human consequences to huge numbers of people will endure for decades. The destruction of relationships, communities, livelihoods, homes and infrastructure will take years to repair.
IRC is offering a robust humanitarian response to the Syria crisis a rapidly expanding portfolio, supported by more than 1000+ staff in Syria Country Program. IRC is undertaking programs in Syria and the neighboring countries of Turkey, Iraq, Lebanon and Jordan in the fields of health, child protection, early childhood development, education, women’s protection and empowerment, non-food items and food distribution, cash assistance, water and sanitation, protection and rule of law, and livelihood programming. Our work in these challenging settings gives rise to some of the most pressing issues facing contemporary humanitarian action, including questions of access, security, funding and coordination.
Job Overview/Summary:
Scope of Work: The Accounting Finance Manager & Audit is responsible for ensuring internal controls, compliance, and risk management processes are effectively implemented. This role combines strategic financial management with internal audit oversight to safeguard assets, ensure regulatory compliance, and promote efficient use of resources.
Responsibilities:
Manage day-to-day operations of the Accounting Department
Assist with the implementation of finance policies, procedures and systems.
Ensure compliance with IRC procedures and guidelines and donor guidelines.
Review supporting documentation for payments to ensure accuracy and ensure that costs are allocable and allowable
Review expenditure worksheets for accuracy and completeness
Review spreadsheets from field sites before uploading to SUN system
Conduct regular audits of timesheets to ensure adherence to policy and approved allocations
Provide feedback to Field teams regarding monthly templates.
Review monthly cash reconciliations from field offices.
Liaise with the budget holders regarding the monthly cash forecast & ensure that the needed cash is available.
Forward to the Payroll Administrator every month, outstanding personnel advances and charges related to T7, for recover.
Ensure donor funds are used in accordance with grant agreements and organizational policies. Monitor implementation of audit recommendations and report on progress to direct manager.
Support in internal audits to evaluate the effectiveness of financial and operational controls.
Staff Performance Management, Learning & Development
Hire, supervise, and build the capacity of team members in relevant technical and management competencies.
Develop and implement remote management capacity building approaches to build the strengths the teams in Syria.
Coach, train, supervise and mentor direct-report staff, including communicating clear expectations, setting annual performance objectives, providing regular and timely positive and constructive performance feedback, and providing documented semi-annual performance reviews.
Maintain open and professional relations with team members, promoting a strong team spirit and providing oversight and guidance to enable staff to successfully perform in their positions.
Approve and manage time, attendance and leave requests to ensure adequate departmental coverage; ensure monthly, accurate timesheet submission and carry out probationary reviews.
Hold high-quality meetings with each direct report on a regular and predictable basis, minimally on a monthly basis.
Provide a measurable development plan including on-the-job learning with the aim of strengthening technical capacity, exchanging knowledge within the team and providing guidance on career paths.
As required, identify staff performance issues and work with Human Resources to document and address these in accordance with the National Staff Employment Policies.
Maintain open and professional relations with team members, promoting a strong team spirit and providing oversight and guidance to enable staff to successfully perform in their positions.
Promote and monitor staff care and well-being. Model healthy work-life balance practices. Support appropriate interventions in response to identified staff care needs of both national and international staff.
Look for opportunities to support staff in their career growth, where appropriate. As part of succession plan and nationalization goals, identify, train and develop capability and capacity of national staff to successfully transition role and responsibilities, by the end of assignment.
Administrative Duties
Supervise daily activities in the Accounting Department.
Supply Chain Duties
Review all Purchase Orders (POs) and Purchase Requests (PRs) for accurate coding and budget availability prior to approval.
Work with Supply Chain staff to cross-check commitments each month for financial obligations already entered into but not captured in financial reports.
Security/Communication:
Communicate with Security Coordinator on security issues within the office and outside the office.
Report to the Security Coordinator any irregularities that occur within the IRC office, staff compound and camps on policy and procedures.
General Duties
Attend and actively participate in trainings identified/organized by your supervisor.
Follow any new procedures and guidelines communicated from Country Director
Report any violations of the IRC Way: Professional Code of Conduct.
Perform other duties as may be assigned by your supervisor.
Attend the Field Management Team meeting.
The Syria crisis is often described as the worst humanitarian catastrophe since the end of the Cold War. Today, 13.4 million people in Syria - more than half of the country's population - are in need of humanitarian assistance with needs increasingly being exacerbated by economic decline. Of these, 6.8 million are refugees and asylum-seekers who have fled the country. This is no short-term humanitarian episode. The devastating human consequences to huge numbers of people will endure for decades. The destruction of relationships, communities, livelihoods, homes and infrastructure will take years to repair.
IRC is offering a robust humanitarian response to the Syria crisis a rapidly expanding portfolio, supported by more than 1000+ staff in Syria Country Program. IRC is undertaking programs in Syria and the neighboring countries of Turkey, Iraq, Lebanon and Jordan in the fields of health, child protection, early childhood development, education, women’s protection and empowerment, non-food items and food distribution, cash assistance, water and sanitation, protection and rule of law, and livelihood programming. Our work in these challenging settings gives rise to some of the most pressing issues facing contemporary humanitarian action, including questions of access, security, funding and coordination.
Job Overview/Summary:
Scope of Work: The Accounting Finance Manager & Audit is responsible for ensuring internal controls, compliance, and risk management processes are effectively implemented. This role combines strategic financial management with internal audit oversight to safeguard assets, ensure regulatory compliance, and promote efficient use of resources.
Responsibilities:
Manage day-to-day operations of the Accounting Department
Assist with the implementation of finance policies, procedures and systems.
Ensure compliance with IRC procedures and guidelines and donor guidelines.
Review supporting documentation for payments to ensure accuracy and ensure that costs are allocable and allowable
Review expenditure worksheets for accuracy and completeness
Review spreadsheets from field sites before uploading to SUN system
Conduct regular audits of timesheets to ensure adherence to policy and approved allocations
Provide feedback to Field teams regarding monthly templates.
Review monthly cash reconciliations from field offices.
Liaise with the budget holders regarding the monthly cash forecast & ensure that the needed cash is available.
Forward to the Payroll Administrator every month, outstanding personnel advances and charges related to T7, for recover.
Ensure donor funds are used in accordance with grant agreements and organizational policies. Monitor implementation of audit recommendations and report on progress to direct manager.
Support in internal audits to evaluate the effectiveness of financial and operational controls.
Staff Performance Management, Learning & Development
Hire, supervise, and build the capacity of team members in relevant technical and management competencies.
Develop and implement remote management capacity building approaches to build the strengths the teams in Syria.
Coach, train, supervise and mentor direct-report staff, including communicating clear expectations, setting annual performance objectives, providing regular and timely positive and constructive performance feedback, and providing documented semi-annual performance reviews.
Maintain open and professional relations with team members, promoting a strong team spirit and providing oversight and guidance to enable staff to successfully perform in their positions.
Approve and manage time, attendance and leave requests to ensure adequate departmental coverage; ensure monthly, accurate timesheet submission and carry out probationary reviews.
Hold high-quality meetings with each direct report on a regular and predictable basis, minimally on a monthly basis.
Provide a measurable development plan including on-the-job learning with the aim of strengthening technical capacity, exchanging knowledge within the team and providing guidance on career paths.
As required, identify staff performance issues and work with Human Resources to document and address these in accordance with the National Staff Employment Policies.
Maintain open and professional relations with team members, promoting a strong team spirit and providing oversight and guidance to enable staff to successfully perform in their positions.
Promote and monitor staff care and well-being. Model healthy work-life balance practices. Support appropriate interventions in response to identified staff care needs of both national and international staff.
Look for opportunities to support staff in their career growth, where appropriate. As part of succession plan and nationalization goals, identify, train and develop capability and capacity of national staff to successfully transition role and responsibilities, by the end of assignment.
Administrative Duties
Supervise daily activities in the Accounting Department.
Supply Chain Duties
Review all Purchase Orders (POs) and Purchase Requests (PRs) for accurate coding and budget availability prior to approval.
Work with Supply Chain staff to cross-check commitments each month for financial obligations already entered into but not captured in financial reports.
Security/Communication:
Communicate with Security Coordinator on security issues within the office and outside the office.
Report to the Security Coordinator any irregularities that occur within the IRC office, staff compound and camps on policy and procedures.
General Duties
Attend and actively participate in trainings identified/organized by your supervisor.
Follow any new procedures and guidelines communicated from Country Director
Report any violations of the IRC Way: Professional Code of Conduct.
Perform other duties as may be assigned by your supervisor.
Attend the Field Management Team meeting.
Qualifications
Required Experience/qualification/Skills:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, or Finance or CPA. Advanced Diploma in Accounting from a recognized College/Institution.
Minimum of 6 years accounting experience with 2 years in managerial role.
Experience with an International NGO preferable.
Proficient in Microsoft (MS) suite applications; experience in using advanced MS Excel is essential, knowledge of an accounting package such as SUN system is preferable
Demonstrated Skills and Competencies:
A commitment to IRC’s mission, vision, values and IRC Way – Professional Code of Conduct.
Credible written, presentation and verbal communication skills; ability to convey information effectively and solid experience providing training and staff development
Validated sense of professional discretion, integrity, and ability to handle complex situations diplomatically and to effective resolution.
Excellent management and interpersonal skills and a solid ability to promote harmonious/cohesive teamwork, in a cross-cultural context.
Validated ability to plan long-term, organize priorities and work under administrative and programmatic pressures with detail orientation and professional patience.
Highly collaborative and resourceful; ability to establish positive working relationships with senior level management and all other partners to maximize cooperation and productivity.
Curiosity, a desire to continually learn and develop and a sense of humor is a must.
Analytical ability in creating effective solutions to complex matters while adhering to labor laws and internal policies.
Language/Travel:
English is required
Travel: Minimum 40% to field sites when needed.
Key Working Relationships:
Position Reports to: Damascus Finance Coordinator
Position directly supervises: Finance Team in Damascus
Key Internal Contacts: SMT members, Country Leadership Team, Field Management Team
Key External Contacts: Partners, donors, Audit.
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, or Finance or CPA. Advanced Diploma in Accounting from a recognized College/Institution.
Minimum of 6 years accounting experience with 2 years in managerial role.
Experience with an International NGO preferable.
Proficient in Microsoft (MS) suite applications; experience in using advanced MS Excel is essential, knowledge of an accounting package such as SUN system is preferable
Demonstrated Skills and Competencies:
A commitment to IRC’s mission, vision, values and IRC Way – Professional Code of Conduct.
Credible written, presentation and verbal communication skills; ability to convey information effectively and solid experience providing training and staff development
Validated sense of professional discretion, integrity, and ability to handle complex situations diplomatically and to effective resolution.
Excellent management and interpersonal skills and a solid ability to promote harmonious/cohesive teamwork, in a cross-cultural context.
Validated ability to plan long-term, organize priorities and work under administrative and programmatic pressures with detail orientation and professional patience.
Highly collaborative and resourceful; ability to establish positive working relationships with senior level management and all other partners to maximize cooperation and productivity.
Curiosity, a desire to continually learn and develop and a sense of humor is a must.
Analytical ability in creating effective solutions to complex matters while adhering to labor laws and internal policies.
Language/Travel:
English is required
Travel: Minimum 40% to field sites when needed.
Key Working Relationships:
Position Reports to: Damascus Finance Coordinator
Position directly supervises: Finance Team in Damascus
Key Internal Contacts: SMT members, Country Leadership Team, Field Management Team
Key External Contacts: Partners, donors, Audit.
Salary and Benefits
As per IRC scale
About us
The IRC has operated in Syria since 2012, providing protection, health, economic recovery, and early childhood development programs in Idleb, Aleppo, Ar-Raqqa, Hassakeh, and Deir ez-Zor, with new programs expanding into Hama, rural Damascus, and Homs. With a team of over 700 members, the IRC has established trust and strong community relationships, ensuring access and effective service delivery. It plays a significant role in Syria’s NGO, donor, and coordination forums, holding key positions and adapting to the evolving context.
With the new realities under the new government, as of December 2024, the IRC has deployed a team to Damascus to set up operations and engage in coordination structures for newly accessible areas across Syria—including parts of NES, NWS, and other previously unreachable locations in South and Central Syria, adjusting operations to maximize coverage and efficiency.
Healthcare
Since 2012, the IRC has provided comprehensive primary and secondary healthcare through hospitals, clinics, and mobile medical units (MMUs). Ensuring access to vital services like sexual and reproductive health, clinical psychosocial support, and other specialized care. Working alongside our partners, we’ve helped secure a steady supply of medicines and medical equipment into the country, trained healthcare providers, and deployed health personnel to maintain services in even the most challenging conditions.
Protection
The IRC has been delivering protection programs in the northwest since 2013 and in the northeast of Syria since 2014, focusing on Protection/Rule of Law (PRoL), Women’s Protection and Empowerment (WPE), and Child Protection (CP). These efforts include specialized case management, PSS, protection monitoring, service mapping, and advocacy. Collaborating with partners, IRC improves access to protection services, raises community awareness, and strengthens referral pathways. Protection capacity building, community outreach, and rapid response through mobile protection teams have also been provided since 2017.
Economic Recovery and Development (ERD)
IRC has over 10 years of experience in Syria implementing cash, agriculture, and livelihoods programming, and was one of the first organizations to use cash transfers, supporting vulnerable communities with MPCT since 2014 in the northwest, and 2015 in the northeast.
Early Childhood Development (ECD)
The IRC, in partnership with Sesame Workshop, is implementing the 'Ahlan Simsim' program to provide early learning and nurturing care to children and caregivers affected by conflict and displacement across the Middle East. Our goal is to create inclusive environments where all children, regardless of their background, can reach their full potential, especially in communities that have experienced the brunt of the conflict.
With the new realities under the new government, as of December 2024, the IRC has deployed a team to Damascus to set up operations and engage in coordination structures for newly accessible areas across Syria—including parts of NES, NWS, and other previously unreachable locations in South and Central Syria, adjusting operations to maximize coverage and efficiency.
Healthcare
Since 2012, the IRC has provided comprehensive primary and secondary healthcare through hospitals, clinics, and mobile medical units (MMUs). Ensuring access to vital services like sexual and reproductive health, clinical psychosocial support, and other specialized care. Working alongside our partners, we’ve helped secure a steady supply of medicines and medical equipment into the country, trained healthcare providers, and deployed health personnel to maintain services in even the most challenging conditions.
Protection
The IRC has been delivering protection programs in the northwest since 2013 and in the northeast of Syria since 2014, focusing on Protection/Rule of Law (PRoL), Women’s Protection and Empowerment (WPE), and Child Protection (CP). These efforts include specialized case management, PSS, protection monitoring, service mapping, and advocacy. Collaborating with partners, IRC improves access to protection services, raises community awareness, and strengthens referral pathways. Protection capacity building, community outreach, and rapid response through mobile protection teams have also been provided since 2017.
Economic Recovery and Development (ERD)
IRC has over 10 years of experience in Syria implementing cash, agriculture, and livelihoods programming, and was one of the first organizations to use cash transfers, supporting vulnerable communities with MPCT since 2014 in the northwest, and 2015 in the northeast.
Early Childhood Development (ECD)
The IRC, in partnership with Sesame Workshop, is implementing the 'Ahlan Simsim' program to provide early learning and nurturing care to children and caregivers affected by conflict and displacement across the Middle East. Our goal is to create inclusive environments where all children, regardless of their background, can reach their full potential, especially in communities that have experienced the brunt of the conflict.
Required employees number
1
Posted On
Oct 28, 2025
Expiry Date
Nov 30, 2025
CV Language
English
