Human For Human
Finance Manager
- Baghdad
- Full time
- 20 hours ago
- Salary
- Not stated
- Deadline
- Oct 22, 2026
- Languages
- Arabic · English
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Financial Controller · Baghdad
Human for Human Organization is hiring a full-time Finance Manager in Baghdad to oversee accounting, cash management, reconciliations, budget tracking, and donor compliance. The role requires at least 5 years of relevant financial experience, proficiency in QuickBooks and Excel, and fluency in Arabic and English.
About the job
Human for Human Organization (HFH) is a local Iraqi non-governmental organization committed to supporting communities and promoting sustainable development across Iraq. The organization has implemented various programs and projects in multiple sectors and governorates throughout the country. Through its diverse interventions, HFH works to strengthen community capacities, improve access to opportunities, and address the needs of local communities. HFH is committed to promoting inclusive development and creating positive, sustainable impact in the communities it serves.
Responsibilities
- The Finance Manager will support the sound financial management of project activities by overseeing financial transactions, maintaining accurate accounting records, monitoring expenditure, and ensuring that payments and cash advances are properly documented and reconciled.
- The position will contribute to budget monitoring, financial reporting, procurement-related financial processes, and compliance with HFH procedures and applicable donor requirements.
- The Finance Manager will also support project and office management in expenditure planning, maintain cash and bank records, and ensure that financial documents are accurate, complete, properly filed, and available for review.
- Record financial transactions accurately and ensure that payments and receipts are supported by appropriate documentation.
- Maintain up-to-date cashbooks, bankbooks, petty cash records, and other financial registers.
- Record transactions in QuickBooks on a daily basis and ensure that expenses are allocated to the appropriate accounts.
- Maintain the security of cash, cheque books, and other financial instruments.
- Issue receipts for cash and cheque transactions and verify the accuracy and authenticity of amounts received.
- Manage cash payments and advances in accordance with authorized procedures.
- Verify the identity of payment recipients and ensure that all payments are properly acknowledged.
- Maintain adequate petty cash levels and ensure the safe and orderly storage of cash and financial documents.
- Conduct regular cash counts and reconcile physical cash balances with recorded transactions.
- Follow up on outstanding advances, maintain an advance tracker, and notify responsible staff when advances exceed the permitted timeframe.
- Review original supporting documents for cash reconciliations and check that required signatures, dates, and receipts are complete.
- Assist the Project Manager and relevant office staff in preparing monthly activity and expenditure plans.
- Monitor project expenditure against approved budgets and provide timely updates on budget utilization.
- Support budget tracking and expenditure analysis using Microsoft Excel, QuickBooks, and other relevant financial tools.
- Identify discrepancies or unusual expenditure and communicate them to the Project Manager for follow-up.
- Prepare and process authorized payments to staff, suppliers, and service providers.
- Prepare supplier or vendor cheques in accordance with established financial procedures.
- Scan and organize financial supporting documents according to the relevant financial year and filing system.
- Ensure that original financial documents are properly maintained and submitted to the main office when required.
- Verify that payments and reimbursements are supported by complete and accurate documentation.
- Ensure that financial transactions comply with HFH financial policies, approved procedures, and applicable donor requirements.
- Maintain complete and organized records to support financial reviews, audits, and verification processes.
- Identify and report missing documents, discrepancies, and potential financial control issues.
- Support transparency, accountability, and the appropriate use of project funds.
- Assist with fiscal year-end accounting and financial closing activities.
- Support fixed asset accounting and maintain relevant financial records.
- Coordinate with project and office teams to ensure the timely submission of financial information.
- Perform other finance-related duties assigned by the Project Manager or Executive Director
Requirements
- At least 5 years of related administrative or financial experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Experience in financial transaction processing, cash management, reconciliations, and financial recordkeeping.
- Experience developing, reviewing, and tracking budgets using Microsoft Excel, QuickBooks, or other financial management software.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Banking and Finance, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Strong knowledge of accounting procedures, cash management, and financial documentation.
- Ability to monitor budgets, track expenditure, and maintain accurate financial records.
- Proficiency in QuickBooks, Microsoft Excel, and other Microsoft Office applications.
- Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and financial recordkeeping.
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple financial tasks.
- Native or fluent Arabic, both written and spoken.
- Advanced proficiency in English, including written and spoken communication and financial reporting.
- Strong organizational, planning, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Leadership, professionalism, and accountability.
- High level of integrity, accuracy, and attention to detail.
- Ability to adapt to changing priorities and meet deadlines.
Notes
- The main office is located in Baghdad, Iraq. Project implementation activities will also take place in Karbala and Basra. The position may require travel to these locations in accordance with project needs
- The Finance Manager reports directly to the Project Manager of Human for Human Organization (HFH)
Skills
- QuickBooks
- Microsoft Excel
- Cash management
- Budget monitoring
- Financial reporting
- Bank reconciliation
Details
- Profession
- Financial Controller
- Category
- Accounting & Finance
- Education
- Bachelor's degree
- Experience
- 5+ years