Finance Officer

International Rescue Committee; Multan; On-site; PKR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is seeking a Finance Officer to support a UNICEF-funded nutrition project across seven districts in Punjab, based in Multan. The role focuses on budgeting, financial management, reporting, and donor compliance with IRC policies.

Under the supervision of the Finance Manager, you will handle payments, forecasts, cost allocations, and financial documentation while coordinating with Programme, Supply Chain and HR teams to ensure accurate and timely financial

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting/Business or related field; master's preferred
• Professional qualification or progress toward ACCA/CA/CIMA is advantageous
• At least 3 years of experience in finance/accounting, NGO/INGO exposure preferred
• Experience with donor-funded projects and financial reporting is desirable
• Experience handling payments, payroll transactions and financial documentation

Responsibilities

• Assist Finance Manager with project budget preparation and review
• Manage routine financial transactions and ensure proper coding to budgets
• Process payments, advances and settlements per IRC procedures
• Review supporting documents for accuracy and compliance
• Monitor expenditure vs. budget and flag variances
• Prepare monthly financial reports and donor reporting inputs
• Coordinate with program, supply chain and HR to reflect financial needs
• Maintain filing and documentation of vouchers, invoices and liquidations
• Support audits and financial reviews as required
• Ensure safeguarding and internal controls are followed

Skills

Budget monitoring

Financial analysis

Expenditure control

MS Excel

Financial software

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree advantageous

Tools

INTEGRA

MS Excel

Job description

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is one of the world's largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations (INGO), at work in more than 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities. A force for humanity, IRC employees deliver lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions. If you're a solutions-driven, passionate change-maker, come join us in positively impacting the lives of millions of people world-wide for a better future.

Summary: The International Rescue Committee is initiating a short-term nutrition focused project funded by UNICEF. The initial duration of the project is 4 months with possible further extension. The project will contribute to improving the nutrition service delivery and outreach in seven districts of Punjab province. With the supervision and guidance of the Finance Manager, the Finance Officer will support the day-to-day financial management of the project, ensuring accurate, timely and compliant financial transactions, budget monitoring, expenditure control and financial reporting in accordance with IRC policies and procedures, and donor requirements. This position involves travel in the field.

Major Responsibilities

• Support the Finance Manager in preparation and regular review of the project budget, expenditure forecasts and cash requirements.
• Maintain accurate and timely financial records and ensure transactions are properly coded to the project and relevant budget lines.
• Process payments, advances, settlements and other project financial transactions in accordance with IRC procedures.
• Review supporting documentation for completeness, accuracy, authorization and compliance before processing payments.
• Monitor project expenditure against the approved budget and promptly flag variances, underspending or potential over-expenditure to the Finance Manager.
• Provide regular budget-versus-actual expenditure updates to the Finance Manager and Project Management Office.
• Coordinate with Programme, Supply Chain and HR teams to ensure financial requirements are properly reflected in activity planning, procurement and staffing.
• Support preparation of monthly financial reports, expenditure forecasts and donor financial reporting.
• Maintain proper filing and documentation of vouchers, invoices, advances, liquidations and other financial records.
• Monitor staff and operational advances and follow up on timely liquidation in accordance with IRC procedures.
• Support payroll-related processes and project staff cost allocation, where applicable.
• Ensure compliance with IRC financial policies, donor requirements and applicable internal controls.
• Support internal and external audits, financial reviews and donor verification exercises by providing required documentation.
• Identify and report financial risks, irregularities or control weaknesses to the Finance Manager.
• Maintain confidentiality and proper safeguarding of financial information.
• Support project close-out, including expenditure reconciliation, clearance of outstanding advances and commitments, financial documentation and final reporting.
• Comply with IRC policies on safeguarding, PSEA, fraud prevention, Code of Conduct and other relevant organizational requirements.

Key Deliverables

• Updated project budget and expenditure tracking.
• Monthly budget-versus-actual expenditure reports.
• Timely processing and clearance of payments and advances.
• Accurate financial records and supporting documentation.
• Cash-flow and expenditure forecasts.
• Inputs to donor and IRC financial reports.
• Timely clearance of advances and commitments.
• Complete financial close-out documentation

Position Reports to Finance Manager at Multan. It directly supervises drivers, office-aid and cleaner. The position closely coordinates with the program, finance, supply chain functions, MEAL and MIS.

Job Requirements

• a) Education: Minimum Bachelors, Master's degree will be advantaged in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Commerce or a related field.
• Professional qualification or progress toward ACCA, CA, CIMA or equivalent will be an advantage.
• Work Experience:
• Minimum 3 years of relevant professional experience in finance/accounting, preferably with an NGO/INGO or development/humanitarian organization.
• Experience in project financial management, budget monitoring, expenditure tracking and financial reporting.
• Experience working with donor-funded projects, preferably UNICEF or other UN-funded programs, is an advantage.
• Experience in processing payments, advances, liquidations, payroll-related transactions and maintaining financial documentation.
• Experience supporting audits, financial reviews and donor compliance requirements.
• Experience working with INTEGRA, field-based teams and managing financial transactions across multiple locations is desirable.
• Experience of working in South Punjab particularly target districts will be preferred

Demonstrated Skills and Competencies

• Strong skills in budget monitoring, financial analysis and expenditure control.
• Good knowledge of accounting principles, financial procedures and internal controls.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and financial/accounting systems.
• Ability to review financial documentation and identify errors, inconsistencies and compliance issues.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prepare clear financial reports and explain budget variances to program teams.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and handle confidential financial information.
• Integrity and accountability with a strong commitment to financial compliance.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Planning and organizing skills.
• Problem-solving and analytical thinking.
• Ability to work effectively with program, supply chain, HR and finance teams.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining effective coordination with the Finance Manager and project team.
• Commitment to IRC values, safeguarding, PSEA, fraud prevention and Code of Conduct.
• Ability and willingness to work in a fast-paced emergency response environment and support field operations across the seven target districts.
• F Familiarity with the South Punjab districts dynamics including culture, administration, health systems and local development stakeholders will be an advantage.

Note: The interviews will be conducted on rolling basis, and only shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview.

Professional Standards

All International Rescue Committee workers must adhere to the core values and principles outlined in IRC Way - Standards for Professional Conduct. Our Standards are Integrity, Service, Equality and Accountability. In accordance with these values, the IRC operates and enforces policies on Safeguarding, Conflicts of Interest, Fiscal Integrity, and Reporting Wrongdoing and Protection from Retaliation. IRC is committed to take all necessary preventive measures and create an environment where people feel safe, and to take all necessary actions and corrective measures when harm occurs. IRC builds teams of professionals who promote critical reflection, power sharing, debate, and objectivity to deliver the best possible services to our clients.

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) helps people whose lives have been shattered by conflict and disaster to survive, recover and rebuild. We are trusted for our ability to reach people in the toughest places, put our clients at the center of everything we do, and - as an evidence-based organization - to relentlessly improve the impact we deliver for those we serve. If you're ready to be part of a team that brings ingenuity, fortitude and optimism to making a lasting impact, we want to hear from you. The IRC Way, our code of conduct, is founded upon our core values of Integrity, Accountability, Service and Equality. These values unite IRC staff around the world and keep our programs firmly directed towards the well-being of our clients while meeting the expectations of our donors as responsible stewards of their resources.