Senior Finance Officer (INT10269)

Oxfam is a global movement of people working together to end the injustice of poverty.

Do you have Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field from a reputable higher education institution or part professional qualification At least 5 years relevant experience in the finance sector in a large organization?

Do you have Competent in the use of computers and Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook. High-level of acquaintance comfort with internet-based research and electronic communications?

If the answer is yes, then we would like to hear from you.

The Role:

The Senior Finance Officer supports the Finance Team in various accounting activities daily. This includes review of financial documents and making sure payments are supported with appropriate source documents; preparation and processing of documents for payment, review and coding of financial information and Journal entries as appropriate; assisting in data entry into the system, and maintenance of appropriate finance documentation after verifying all source documents for proper approval.

What we are looking for:

An ideal candidate for the role will also be / have:

• Results oriented with accuracy and strong attention to detail. 
• Strong interpersonal skills, sensitivity to cultural differences and ability to work in a wide variety of cultural contexts. 
• Strong organizational and personal management skills, with ability to priorities work issues to meet deadlines with minimal supervision and adjust to constantly changing situations while maintaining focus on delivery and follow-through. 
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and under pressure. 
• Ability to adjust to constantly changing situations while maintaining focus on delivery and follow-through.
• Good personal communication skills, in written and verbal English and Amharic, with influencing and persuasive skills. Able to use different approaches to achieve followership.
• Commitment to Oxfam’s equal opportunity and gender policies. Demonstrated experience of integrating gender and diversity issues into finance.
• Flexibility in terms of travel and working hours.
• Willingness to travel including medium/high risk areas.

We offer:

We offer a competitive salary and a range of additional benefits to staff including flexible working options, generous pension scheme, annual leave, additional leave allowances, company sick pay, life assurance and a range of other benefits.

From the day you join Oxfam we invite you to stretch and learn in your role. Our wide range of Learning & Development opportunities includes in-house courses, e-learning modules, on-the job learning opportunities, coaching and mentoring, and much more. 

You can read more about all Oxfam has to offer here.

Flexfam:

We believe flexible working is key to building the Oxfam of the future, so we’re open to talking through the type of flexible arrangements which might work for you. We think this role would work particularly well as <insert any relevant flexible working options such as part-time, job share, hybrid, etc.>

How to apply:

As part of your online application, please upload your up to date CV and Cover Letter explaining your suitability against the essential criteria in the job profile.