Clashes between the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) that erupted on 15 April 2023 continue despite different attempts for ceasefire agreements/announcements made by the two conflicting parries. Clashes between the Sudan Armed Forces (SAF) and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) have continued for almost five consecutive months, especially in and around Khartoum and in the Darfur’s

As the conflict between the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) continues across the country, more people are being displaced, and humanitarian needs are increasing daily. To date, more than 4 million people have been displaced inside and outside the country due to the conflict that erupted on 15 April. Nearly 11 million people have been displaced internally. People have been displaced across all 18 states.

When the conflict began in 2023, the IRC adapted our programs and scaled up our response to address the increased humanitarian needs. Despite immense operational challenges, the IRC continues to provide support in Blue Nile, Gedaref, Khartoum, River Nile and White Nile states. We also have a logistics and coordination office in Port Sudan and are exploring opportunities to expand our presence into other states.

The Finance Manager (FM) assists the Sr. Finance Manager (Field)

by managing the accounting and finance functions, responsible for ensuring that the day-to-day

accounting operations and financial management function at Damazin - Aljazeera Field office are performed in

accordance with IRC and country office policy and procedures.

Deliverables:

Responsible for review and finance verification for documents and vouchers submitted to finance, to ensure that:

a) The IRC policies and donor regulations are adhered to.

b) Expenses are allowable, allocable, and reasonable as per specific donor regulations.

c) The charging codes for payments submitted are correct.

d) The calculations are correctly reflected on the invoice & PR

e) The relevant supporting documents are attached.

Cash/Bank – Processing & Forecasting:

a) Supervision of the processing of bank and cash transactions and ensuring internal control procedures are followed for all cash disbursements, receipts and transfers including internet banking

c) Ensure that the country program cash forecasts and CTR reports are accurate by working with Finance team to assist in developing accurate cash forecasts of programs activities needs

3. Payroll:

a) Review of the national payroll report ensuring accuracy and standard financial controls are maintained

b) Review the preparation of the monthly national staff payroll accounting entries not limited to Income Tax & NSSF as well.

4. Balance Sheet Accounts:

a) Monitor the follow-up of the staff, vendor advances and other balance sheet items before month end.

b) Ensuring differences or discrepancies are brought to the attention of the FC and Finance staff with appropriate action is taken

c) Review the monthly Analytical Report for all BS accounts and share with FC.

d) Assure that Tax, NSI & Zakath should be submitted on monthly basis for all the Field Offices

5. Month Closure:

a) Prepare the monthly closure schedule in collaboration with the accounting and budgeting unit.

b) ) Extract and share along the five reconciliations from INTEGRA ERP system (vendor to ledger reconciliation, customer to ledger reconciliation, bank to ledger reconciliation, project management reconciliation, and trial balance) 

c) Monitor the monthly settlement

d) Monitor and follow up on the open received PO to make sure that all payments are invoiced booked on time. 

e) Extract the memo accounts, 21100, 21110 & 21112 and make sure that there is no balance or reconciled on month end.

f) Run the month check list before the closure and after the closure along with the needed follow-up.

g) Extract PF, PA, and PJ accounts after the monthly booking and make sure that they have zero balances. 

h) Performing the posting of entries, ensuring proper controls are enforced and appropriate systems in place to maintain all required supporting documentation. 

i) Work on the Cost Allocation files and ensure accuracy and coding based on IRC financial policies. 

j) Finalize the closure by uploading the facilities and support dynadd on the system. 

k) Review the MPCA payment with program (Tawasul + BNMB) and reconcile at the month end

6. Other responsibilities:

a) Provide constructive feedback and advice on appropriate career paths and professional development of finance staff (Accounting Unit).

b) Promote and monitor staff care and well-being; approve and manage all leave requests to ensure adequate coverage. 

c) Support the field finance team as needed. 

8. Other:

a) Assist the Sr.FM/FC in internal and external audits. 

c) Any other task requested by supervisor. 

Required Experience/qualification/Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Business Administration, Commerce or Finance. A recognized professional certificate in accounting (CPA or equivalent certification) is preferred • At least 2 years of progressively responsible professional experience of NGOs Accounting and Treasury. • Previous experience in an emergency or conflict-afflicted setting is required.

Demonstrated Skills and Competencies:

• A commitment to IRC’s mission, vision, values and IRC Way – Professional Code of Conduct. • Credible written, presentation and verbal communication skills; ability to convey information effectively and solid experience providing training and staff development • Validated sense of professional discretion, integrity, and ability to handle complex situations diplomatically and to effective resolution. • Excellent management and interpersonal skills and a solid ability to promote harmonious/cohesive teamwork, in a cross-cultural context. • Validated ability to plan long-term, organize priorities and work under administrative and programmatic pressures with detail orientation and professional patience. • Highly collaborative and resourceful; ability to establish positive working relationships with senior level management and all other partners to maximize cooperation and productivity. • Curiosity, a desire to continually learn and develop and a sense of humor is a must. • Analytical ability in creating effective solutions to complex matters while adhering to labor laws and internal policies.

Language/Travel:

• English is required, while Arabic is desired. • Travel: 40% to field sites as well as attending regional and global workshops and meetings.

Key Working Relationships: 

• Position Reports to Field Coordinator 

• Position directly supervises: Finance Officers and Assistants 

• Indirect Reporting (If applicable): Finance Coordinator 

• Key Internal Contacts: Grants department, and Programs Department & Supply Chain 

Professional Standards: IRC staff must adhere to the values and principles outlined in IRC Way – Global Standards for Professional Conduct. These are Integrity, Service, Accountability and Equality. In accordance with these values, IRC operates and carries out policies on Beneficiary Protection from Exploitation and Abuse, Child Safeguarding, Anti-Workplace Harassment, Respect at Work Fiscal Integrity, and Anti-Retaliation. 

Returning National Candidates: We strongly encourage national or returning national candidates to apply for this position. If you are a citizen of the Country in which this position is based and are currently located outside of your home country and possess over two years of international work experience, the Middle East Region has introduced an attractive remuneration package. The package includes competitive compensation, return flight to post, shipping allowance, temporary housing and a relocation allowance. Certain restrictions may apply. IRC strives to attract, motivate and retain qualified national staff in our programs. 

Accountability to Clients: IRC staff must adhere to the commitment of contributing to the sustainability and development of its (CR) Client Responsiveness Mechanisms, preserving the culture of prioritizing the needs of our clients and affected communities by systematically listening to their perspectives and using their feedback to make programmatic decisions and give them greater influence over program design and delivery. 

Gender Equality: IRC is committed to narrowing the gender gap in leadership positions. We offer benefits that provide an enabling environment for women to participate in our workforce including parental leave, gender-sensitive security protocols and other supportive benefits and allowances. 
Diversity and Inclusion: at IRC EAST Africa, we are passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity. Organizations that are diverse in age, gender identity, race, sexual orientation, physical or mental ability, ethnicity, nationality, and perspective are validated to be better organizations. More importantly, creating a safe workspace environment where everyone, from any background, can do their best is the right thing to do. So, bring your whole self to work. 
IRC is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, respectful and safe work environment where all persons are treated fairly, with dignity and respect. In keeping with our core values of Integrity, Service, Accountability and Equality, IRC strives to maintain a work environment built on mutual respect in which all individuals treat each other professionally, and free of bias, prejudice, and harassment. IRC expressly prohibits and will not tolerate discrimination, harassment, retaliation, or bullying of IRC Persons in any work setting. All IRC staff, wherever they are located, are accountable for creating an environment free of discrimination, harassment, bullying, and retaliation. 

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