Finance Assistant

Finance Assistant - Job Description

ABOUT US:

Karam Evi Derneği was founded in 2017 with a mission to support refugees build their new lives in Turkey and become positive contributors to society. Through our innovative approach to aid and programming, we help all members of the family with support tailored to the needs of each generation. We provide financial stipends on the condition that parents send their children back to school as well as awareness of life skills, a space for youth to create and innovate, one-on-one coaching, scholarships for college students, and much more. Our goal is to highlight the collective shared culture and values between refugees and the Turkish community and to encourage, support, and develop a generation that gives back to society. We are on a mission to grow 10,000 Leaders by 2028. 

ABOUT YOU:

• You can work under pressure and in a team setting.  
• You are highly organized and can prioritize tasks quickly. 
• You can work alone and as part of a team.
• You have a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• You are a learner who loves developing professionally and sharing new skills and insights.
• You have good Turkish, Arabic, or English language skills.
• Turkish Citizen.

JOB OVERVIEW: 

We are seeking a motivated Finance Assistant to join our team. If you are a recent graduate in the field of Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration, we want to hear from you!

Karam Evi is seeking a motivated Finance Assistant to maintain our financial records, including purchases, receipts, and payments. Based in Karam Evi Derneği Reyhanli, the Finance Assistant reports to the Interim Finance Manager and works collaboratively with the Finance Specialist. 

Finance Assistant duties include working closely with the Finance Specialist to record all day-to-day financial transactions and file/archive documents either online or offline to ensure legal compliance. 

In addition, this position will handle accounts payable and receivable while managing invoice payments. The ideal candidate should possess a degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration will have a basic understanding of accounting principles, and be eager to learn QuickBooks Online accounting software. 

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE (but not limited to)

What We’re Looking For -

Strongly Preferred 

• Competency in learning and effectively using QuickBooks Online.
• Knowledge of Arabic/Turkish (in addition, English language is favorable).
• Knowledge of Google Suite and various software applications.

Cash Flow and Bank Flow Management

• Prepare cash and bank payments and ensure supporting documentation compliance.
• Weekly control of cash boxes and reflection in the QBO accounting system.
• Reconciliation of accounts when needed. 

Accounting and Filling

• Day-to-day bookkeeping in QBO.
• Assist with monthly and year-end closing activities and accrue expenses at the end of the month and fiscal year.
• Ensure records are up to date and supporting documents are scanned and archived appropriately.
• Reconcile petty cash accounts to accounting books and prepare the monthly cash count. 
• Ensure that staff travel advance requests and advances for activities are processed in a timely manner and to be cleared on time. 

Financial Management

• Work with Finance Specialist to ensure accounting book accuracy.
• Ensuring staff follow appropriate internal controls.

Other

• Work in a team setting.
• Work inside the office & in the field.  
• Ensure good coordination between departments.

QUALIFICATIONS 

• University Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration.
• Some understanding of accounting terminology.
• Good proficiency in both English and Turkish.
• Basic knowledge of finance and operational controls regarding cash management.
• Using QuickBooks Online or other accounting software will be an advantage.
• Basic understanding of bookkeeping and accounting payable/receivable principles.
• Competence in Google Workspace (G-Suite, includes Google Drive, Sheets, Docs, Calendar, and Forms).
• Strong working knowledge of Excel and Google Sheets.

What We Offer:

• A valuable opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a professional environment.
• Training and development to enhance your financial and accounting skills.
• The chance to work within a diverse and supportive team.

LOCATION: Reyhanli, Turkey.
HOURS: Full-time, 40 hours per week, Saturday - Wednesday, 9:00 to 6:00 (1 hour lunch break)
COMPENSATION: The pay Scale is Based on the candidate's level of experience and qualifications and is paid in Turkish Lira.
DEPARTMENT: Finance
REPORTS TO: Interim Finance Manager

* At Karam Evi, we are committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome candidates of all backgrounds to apply.