About CRS

CRS works to save, protect, and transform lives in need in more than 100 countries, without regard to race, religion or nationality. CRS’ relief and development work is accomplished through programs of emergency response, HIV, health, agriculture, education, microfinance, and peacebuilding. We welcome as a part of our people of all faiths and Secular traditions who share our values and our commitment to serving those in need. 

Job Summary

The Finance Officer Sr supports the effective implementation of the Country Program’s (CP) overall financial management systems, policies, and procedures in alignment with CRS accounting standards, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), donor regulations, and local legal requirements. The Finance Officer Sr is responsible for consolidating CP's financial processes, including transaction reviews, account analysis, compliance monitoring, and financial reporting, to ensure strong stewardship of resources across all projects. The incumbent will provide technical guidance to field and project finance staff and contribute to strengthening internal controls and improving CP‑wide financial efficiency and accuracy.

Roles and Key Responsibilities

• Review and validate supporting documentation before financial transactions are processed to ensure all required documents are accurate, complete and properly approved/authorized. 
• Ensure set up and maintenance of all data required for processing financial transactions for assigned accounts in financial accounting systems.
• Record financial transactions following appropriate authorizations. Review and analyze various accounts to detect irregularities. Advise on corrective actions and prepare correcting entries and adjustments, as necessary.
• Monitor disbursement and receipt schedules, alert relevant staff of due payments or liquidations, and maintain appropriate communication and follow-up to facilitate timeliness of financial resource management.
• Evaluate and monitor subrecipient financial management processes in accordance with policy . Contribute to strengthening the capacity of partners in financial accounting and transactions.
• Prepare various, periodic and ad hoc financial reports. Perform variance analyses to assist with decision-making and proper management of financial resources.
• Provide information to subrecipients and staff on financial accounting policies and procedural compliance issues and contribute to capacity strengthening.
• Perform assigned treasury (e.g., cash payment and receipt, cash forecast, etc.) duties.

Basic Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration with courses in accounting, or a qualification in accounting (CPA/ACCA or equivalent).
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in a position with similar responsibilities 

Preferred Qualifications 

• Experience in an international NGO, or a financial/banking, Audit institutions.
• Knowledge of financial reporting software.
• Knowledge of the relevant public donors’ regulations.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities  

• Proficient in MS Office packages (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio), Web Conferencing Applications. 
• Excellent analytical skills with ability to detect and report inconsistencies
• Ability to produce work accurately and completely with a high level of attention to detail.
• Ability to act and conduct oneself in accordance with recognized professional and organizational codes of ethics.
• Proactive, resourceful, solutions oriented and results-oriented mindset.
• Ability to work collaboratively.

Required Languages: Fluency in English and Arabic required. 

Travel: Must be willing and able to travel up to 20 %. 

Supervisory Responsibilities: No

Agency Competencies (for all CRS Staff)

Agency competencies clarify expected behaviors and attitudes for all staff. When demonstrated, they create an engaging workplace, help staff achieve their best, and help CRS achieve agency goals. These are rooted in the mission, values, and guiding principles of CRS and used by each staff member to fulfill his or her responsibilities and achieve the desired results. 

• Personal Accountability – Consistently takes responsibility for one’s own actions.
• Acts with Integrity - Consistently models values aligned with CRS Guiding Principles and mission.  Is considered honest.
• Builds and Maintains Trust - Shows consistency between words and actions.
• Collaborates with Others – Works effectively in intercultural and diverse teams.
• Open to Learn – Seeks out experiences that may change perspective or provide an opportunity to learn new things.

Supervisory Responsibilities: none

 We welcome as a part of our staff people of all faiths and secular traditions who share our values and our commitment to serving those in need. CRS’ processes and policies reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation.   

Disclaimer: This job description is not an exhaustive list of the skill, effort, duties, and responsibilities associated with the position. 

What We Offer section

CRS offers a comprehensive benefits package and the opportunity to work in a collaborative, mission-driven culture that is committed to improving the lives of the poor throughout the world.

CRS’ talent acquisition procedures reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation.

CRS prioritizes candidates who are citizens/permanent residents of the countries where we have CRS offices.

CRS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.