The Organization for Social Support and Humanitarian Development (OSSHD) is a national non-governmental, non-profit humanitarian organization committed to improving the living conditions and resilience of vulnerable communities. OSSHD delivers principled, needs-based assistance without discrimination, guided by humanitarian values of neutrality, impartiality, and accountability.

OSSHD implements integrated humanitarian and early recovery interventions across key sectors, including health, water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH), education, nutrition, livelihoods, social protection, and environmental protection. The organization prioritizes underserved and crisis-affected populations, with particular attention to women, children, persons with disabilities, internally displaced persons, returnees, and other at-risk groups.

Through strong community engagement, evidence-based programming, and close coordination with government institutions, UN agencies, and humanitarian partners, OSSHD strengthens local systems and promotes sustainable solutions. Its operational approach emphasizes community participation, capacity building, and alignment with national strategies to ensure effective service delivery and long-term impact.

The Finance Officer is responsible for supporting the financial management and accounting functions of OSSHD to ensure transparency, accountability, and compliance with organizational policies, donor regulations, and national financial laws. The position plays a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, preparing reports, and supporting the efficient implementation of project activities.

1. Job Description:

1. Financial Management and Accounting

• Maintain accurate financial records, including vouchers, ledgers, and supporting documentation.
• Process payments, ensuring proper authorization and supporting documents.
• Prepare and review payment vouchers, journal entries, and cash/bank transactions.
• Record daily financial transactions in the accounting system.
• Maintain petty cash and conduct regular cash counts.

B. Budget Monitoring and Control

• Monitor project expenditures against approved budgets.
• Support budget preparation and revisions in coordination with program teams.
• Identify and report any budget variances to the Finance Manager.
• Ensure expenditures are allowable and compliant with donor guidelines.

C. Banking and Cash Management

• Prepare bank reconciliation statements on a monthly basis.
• Manage cash withdrawals and deposits in coordination with authorized signatories.
• Ensure proper cash flow management for project activities.

D. Financial Reporting

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Support preparation of donor financial reports in line with contractual requirements.
• Maintain organized financial filing systems (hard and soft copies).

E. Compliance and Audit Support

• Ensure compliance with OSSHD financial policies and procedures.
• Support internal and external audits by providing required documentation.
• Ensure all financial transactions follow procurement and internal control procedures.

F. Payroll and Staff Payments

• Assist in payroll preparation in coordination with HR.
• Verify timesheets, allowances, and statutory deductions.
• Ensure timely salary payments and documentation.

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum 2–3 years of relevant experience in finance or accounting, preferably within an NGO or donor-funded project.
• Experience working with international donors is an asset.
• Technical Competencies
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial procedures.
• Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel.
• Experience with accounting software is preferred.
• Good understanding of donor compliance requirements.

For OSSHD- Afghanistan Internal Candidates:

(The OSSHD encourages employees to remain in a position for at least Six Months and be in good standing before applying for another position within the organization. if an employee is interested in a vacant position within the organization, he/she must inform his/her supervisor in advance before applying for a new position”)

(However, Six Months is a must to complete but to encourage OSSHD employees somehow we are flexible who work in the current OSSHD position for at least 6 months or above and are given chance to compete for an opportunity in the organization)

Shortlisted candidates will be directly contacted for a written test and after that for interviews. If you are not contacted TWO or FOUR WEEKS after the closing date, please know that your application has not been successful for the post.