Finance Officer

About the role

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is seeking a Finance Officer for its Sub‑Delegation in Pemba. The role ensures accurate management of accounting activities, maintains financial record integrity, and supports treasury operations in line with ICRC procedures.

Key responsibilities

• Process cash and bank payments according to internal policies.
• Monitor liquidity, prepare funding requests, and manage daily cash reconciliation.
• Validate financial documentation before disbursements.
• Maintain electronic filing systems for audit and internal control.
• Support month‑end closing and reconcile advances.
• Track budget implementation, commitments, and expenditures.
• Prepare financial reports to aid decision‑making.
• Identify risks, irregularities, and opportunities for process improvement.
• Provide financial guidance to other departments.

Required profile

• University degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of professional experience in a similar position.
• Strong knowledge of general accounting principles and double‑entry bookkeeping.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other computer applications.
• Good command of written and spoken English and Portuguese.
• High level of integrity.

Required skills

• Microsoft Excel
• General accounting principles
• Double‑entry bookkeeping