Finance Assistant

Position Title: Finance Assistant
Location: Mardin, Türkiye
Duration: 12 months
Employment Type: Part-time

About us:

RET is committed to working in emergencies, in protracted crises, and in fragile contexts to alleviate the deepest sufferings, build people’s resilience and enhance their self-reliance.

We believe we are amongst the leading NGOs to provide tailor-made solutions and relevant programs to bridge the gaps and respond to the real needs and challenges of the communities.

We assume a decisive catalytic role in sustainable development. We aim to provoke significant positive change, enabling particularly vulnerable youth and young women to take control of their lives and fulfil their social and economic rights.

We stand with people, with refugees, returnees, Internally Displaced Persons (IDP’s), alongside the host communities adopting the fundamental principles of humanity, impartiality, neutrality, and independence.

Job Summary

We are looking for a detail-oriented and organized Finance Assistant to support the financial operations of our project in Mardin. The Finance Assistant will be responsible for assisting in financial management, budgeting, reporting, and accounting tasks to ensure the efficient and accurate use of project funds.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Management:
  • Assist in preparing and managing project budgets, ensuring alignment with program activities and objectives.
  • Monitor and track expenses to ensure adherence to the approved budget.
• Accounting:
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records using accounting software and tools.
  • Process invoices, payments, and receipts in accordance with organizational policies.
  • Ensure the proper documentation and filing of all financial transactions.
  • Perform reconciliations of accounts, including bank, cash, and ledger accounts.
• Reporting:
  • Prepare regular financial reports for the project team and donors as required.
  • Assist in generating monthly and quarterly financial statements.
  • Support internal and external audits by providing accurate financial data and documentation.
• Compliance:
  • Ensure compliance with donor guidelines, local laws, and organizational financial procedures.
  • Support the implementation of internal controls to safeguard project funds.
• Administrative Support:
  • Assist with procurement processes, including verifying quotations and maintaining procurement records.
  • Provide logistical and administrative support to the project team, including organizing financial documents and tracking expenditures.
• Collaboration:
  • Work closely with the project and finance teams to align financial processes with programmatic goals.
  • Communicate effectively with local vendors, banks, and stakeholders regarding financial matters.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• A minimum of 1 year of experience in accounting, financial management, or a similar role.
• Experience working with donor-funded projects is an asset.
• Familiarity with accounting software and financial management tools is required.

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, budgeting, and financial reporting.
• Excellent numerical and analytical skills, with high attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel) and account

Notes:

While applying, we kindly request candidates to include “FA MARDİN [Name and Surname]” in the subject line of their email.

Additionally, please ensure that your CV and cover letter file names include your own name, formatted as follows: Name Surname_CV.

Due to the high volume of applications, RET may not be able to respond to all candidates individually. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.