Job Description

Roles and responsibilities

The purpose of the Finance Technical Assistant position is to provide efficient and compliant financial support services, ensuring accurate processing of financial transactions, maintenance of cash and bank records, and adherence to NRC financial policies and procedures.

Generic Responsibilities

• Process cash and bank payments in compliance with NRC financial policies and procedures.
• Handle and safeguard petty cash/safe box and ensure all transactions are adequately supported with relevant documentation.
• Prepare and process bank transfers for suppliers, beneficiaries, staff claims, and other NRC operational expenses.
• Accurately record payments, advances, staff clearances, and other financial transactions in NRC financial systems (Citrix/Unit4).
• Maintain up-to-date cash and bank balance trackers and provide regular reports to management.
• Conduct safe replenishments in accordance with NRC finance policies and approved procedures.
• Assist in month-end financial closing activities and document filing.
• Ensure proper archiving of finance documents and supporting records for audit purposes.
• Support internal and external audits by providing required documentation and information.
• Compliance and adherence to NRC policies, guidance and procedures and a specific responsibility for finance policies and procedures.

Specific responsibilities

• Monitor daily safe box balances and ensure cash payments remain within NRC-approved cash ceiling limits.
• Prepare weekly cash and bank balance reports and share them with the Finance Coordinator for review and action.
• Any other tasks as delegated by the line manager.

Critical interfaces

• Finance Coordinator: Payment approvals, financial reporting, cash management oversight.
• Area and Country Office Finance Teams: Coordination of financial transactions and reconciliations.
• Procurement, Logistics : Supplier payment processing and supporting documentation verification.
• Program Teams: Processing beneficiary payments and project-related financial transactions.
• Human Resources Department: Processing staff claims, advances, and staff payroll-related transactions.
• Banks and Financial Service Providers: Execution and follow-up of bank transfers.

Generic professional competencies

• Bachelor's degree or diploma in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum 2 years' experience working in finance, accounting, cash management, or a related function.
• Good written and spoken English.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word and ability to accurately work with computerized accounting systems.

Context related skills, knowledge and experience

• Previous experience working with humanitarian or non-governmental organizations is an advantage.
• Strong foundation in accounting principles, bookkeeping, and accounts payable and receivable processes.
• Experience using ERP/accounting systems, preferably Unit4 or similar finance software.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in financial data entry and reporting.
• Knowledge of NRC financial policies and donor compliance requirements is an advantage.
• Knowledge of Arabic is desirable.