Вакансія: Junior Financial Specialist (full-time, Kyiv)

Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH is seeking for the Energy Efficiency and Climate Sector a qualified staff member to fill the position of a

Junior Financial Specialist (full-time, Kyiv)

(internal SAP code: Junior Financial Specialist)

The Energy Efficiency and Climate Sector of Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) Ukraine comprises various projects implemented on behalf of the German government to support Ukraine on its way to transforming into an energy efficient country. Partners of the projects are Ukrainian ministries on the national level, local communities on the municipal level, and companies in private sector. There are 8 projects in the Cluster portfolio. In their operations and business activities, they are supported by a Financial Unit to guarantee the accurate and sufficient usage of projects’ funds to reach goals and to gain the best results in projects’ implementation period.

We are looking for a qualified professional for the Energy Efficiency and Climate Sector  to fill the position of the Junior Financial Professional with a knowledge of accounting principles to support the financial management and efficient budget planning and strengthen the Finance team ahead of the growing projects portfolio GIZ.

Tasks

• Invoice checking.
• Bank and Cash management.
• Supporting that financial administration of projects fully meet GIZ standards, procedures, requirements.
• Supporting in communication and coordinating within Energy Efficiency and Climate Sector and Country Office and/or relevant GIZ Head Office to ensure adapted procedures.
• Assisting in advising the project staff to all questions regarding finances and accounting.
• Assisting in managing annual/monthly financial planning (PFM), monitoring and accounting for the assigned energy efficiency projects, ensuring compliance with the FIMO.
• Supporting in monitoring and management of Accounts Payable/Receivable, Obligation (SAP, WINPACCS).
• Supporting that local contracts are monitored and settled.
• Financial management of Local Subsidies (LS); checking, monitoring, coordinating LS reports, preparation of trainings including relevant presentation, factsheets, internal memos.
• Supporting that all related requirements of internal controls (IC) are met, and annual controls are being prepared and conducted appropriately.
• Substitution for bank and cash management for Energy Efficient and Climate Cluster (EE&C Cluster).
• Maintains archive of C financial documents, including B and E folders, including Inventory.
• Providing finance related administrative services for the projects. 

Qualifications 

• University degree in relevant specialization and qualification in business administration desirable (equivalent of BA)or related area.
• At least 2 years’ professional experience in a comparable position.
• Experience of working in NGO is an advantage.
• Good working knowledge of ITC technologies (related software, phone, email, the internet) and computer applications (e.g., MS Office).
• Confidential handling of data and information.
• Good knowledge of the English language, a knowledge of German is an advantage.
• Willingness to upskill as required by the tasks to be performed – corresponding measures are agreed with management.
• Proactive, innovative, and hands-on attitude.
• Keen on details within checking of reports. 

We offer

• Official employment.
• Salary fixed in EUR, performance-related bonuses and 13th salary.
• Medical insurance, 29 vacation days annually.
• Language classes, hard and soft skills trainings.
• Individual and group psychological support.
• Possible remote and flexible work.
• Meaningful and valuable work, international environment

Assignment

Full-time position with 40 hours working week. Contract duration is 1 year. Prolongation is possible.

GIZ is an equal opportunity employer and offers an attractive and challenging working environment with opportunities for skill enhancement.

Application 

We are looking forward to your application in English comprising your CV and a cover letter explaining your motivation to apply for the job to [email protected]. Deadline is COB 06.01.2023, Friday.

By sending the application the candidate gives the consent for the personal data processing for recruitment processes solely.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the next stages of the recruitment process.