About the ICRC

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is an impartial, neutral, and independent organization with the exclusively humanitarian mission to protect the lives and dignity of victims of armed conflict and other situations of violence and to provide them with assistance.

The Role

The Accounting Manager will be responsible for overseeing the accounting operations of the delegation, ensuring compliance with ICRC financial policies and procedures, and providing accurate financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Manage and supervise the accounting team.
• Oversee daily accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and reports.
• Ensure compliance with local regulations and ICRC financial policies.
• Develop and implement internal controls to safeguard assets and ensure financial integrity.
• Liaise with external auditors and provide necessary documentation.
• Assist in budget preparation and monitoring.
• Provide financial guidance and support to other departments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Professional accounting qualification (e.g., CPA, ACCA) is an asset.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in accounting, with at least 2 years in a managerial role.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Experience working in a non-profit or humanitarian organization is an advantage.
• Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of French is a plus.

• Manage and supervise the accounting team.
• Oversee daily accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and reports.
• Ensure compliance with local regulations and ICRC financial policies.
• Develop and implement internal controls to safeguard assets and ensure financial integrity.
• Liaise with external auditors and provide necessary documentation.
• Assist in budget preparation and monitoring.
• Provide financial guidance and support to other departments.

• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Professional accounting qualification (e.g., CPA, ACCA) is an asset.
• Experience working in a non-profit or humanitarian organization is an advantage.
• Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of French is a plus.