Human Appeal is a faith-based charity that aims to abolish poverty by providing humanitarian aid, sustainable development programs and championing advocacy for our beneficiaries worldwide. Human Appeal has seven International Field Offices across the globe.

Here at Human Appeal we have an exciting opportunity for the Finance coordinator Position,to be based at our Gaza office Palestine.

CONDITION:

Please note: it is a local Contract, for this role you must have the right to work in Palestine.

Main Job Purpose:

Lead the HA Finance Department, ensuring strong financial management systems and processes. Coordinate with HA Headquarters and ensure financial integrity. Ensure funders, donors, suppliers, volunteers, and staff are managed with high financial standards.

Accountabilities:

Financial Leadership and Compliance:

• Ensure compliance with HA policies, GAAP, donor requirements, and local laws.
• Prepare accurate financial statements, bank reconciliations, and monthly trial balances.
• Develop and implement local financial systems, including payroll and cash management.
• Conduct financial analysis and provide insights to senior management.
• Stay updated on local laws and serve as a compliance resource.

Strategic Budget Management:

• Develop and revise budgets with the Programmes Department.
• Conduct regular budget reviews to address variances.
• Ensure correct application of indirect costs and support services rates

Cash Flow and Treasury Management:

• Review and analyse quarterly cash forecasts.
• Maintain optimal liquidity and manage cash balance systems.
• Manage bank accounts and ensure compliance with treasury policies.
• Introduce innovative cash management solutions.

Bank reconciliation

• Ensure bank accounts are managed in accordance with finance and treasury policies. Coordinate the opening and closure of bank accounts and maintain an accurate list of bank signatories.
• Ensure that monthly bank reconciliations are performed in accordance with the Bank Reconciliation Procedure for all bank accounts and approved bank reconciliation forms are submitted to HQ/Finance on timely basis.
• Monitor currency exchange rates and alert management when/if unusual or unexpected changes occur.
• Promote efficient and innovative solutions to cash management based on current trends. Such solutions might include electronic banking and mobile banking.

Financial Staff Development:

• Recruit, train, and develop finance staff.
• Provide orientation and ongoing training in financial management practices.
• Conduct annual performance appraisals and succession planning.

Liaison with Headquarters/ Local Downstream Partners:

• Coordinate month-end financial closure and report submission.
• Prepare and submit financial reports to HQ, donors, and local authorities.

Operational Excellence:

• Maintain financial control and due diligence over projects.
• Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting and document archiving.
• Prevent misappropriation of funds and ensure value for money.
• Manage accounts payable processes and support external audits.
• Review budget versus actual performance with budget holders.
• Lead the month-end and year-end financial closing processes and support external audits.

Requirements:

Education

University Degree in Accounting or Masters as First level

Professional qualification in Accounting (ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA) is a Must no applicant will be considered

Experience

Minimum of 10 years successful experience in the humanitarian and developmental field & Financial Services

Experience presenting finance to non-finance

Computer Skills

MS Office Suite

Microsoft Business Central a Must

Quick Books

Excel

Languages

Fluent English & Arabic is a must