•  Ensuring full compliance with AWO International Financial Policy and the governing legal framework in Ukraine of all financial and administrative actions of the office 

•  Liaising with Government Agencies, banks, and other financial institutions 

•  Full accounting andfinancial documentation 

•  Monthly and yearly financial reporting to Head Office incl. posting of documents 

•  Regular budget control and support to Programme Manager in budget preparation 

•  Day-to-Day Management of financial transactions and procedures, including processing invoices, e.g.travel expenses, submitting taxes, petty cash management 

•  Recording accounts payable and accounts receivable, preparing balance sheets 

•  Banking (bank statement reconciliations, deposit and payment tracking) 

•  Procurement Management in line with AWO Financial Policy 

•  Keeping track of new vendors, coordinating external service providers 

•  Maintaining and updating asset register 

•  Preparing and participating in financial audits 

•  Ensuring full insurance coverage (medical, asset, vehicle, travel) and on-time renewal  

•  Accurate, timely payroll management (incl. all statutory requirements, payslips, timesheets)  

•  Maintaining employee records in line with HR policies and Ukrainian legal requirements  

•  Providing counselling and supporting implementation of labour laws, HR policies and procedures to ensure full legal compliance (incl. health and safety) 

•  Guidance on AWO Financial Policy and donor requirements, screening and prompt feedback on monthly statements, receipts, balances, and (half-)yearly financial reports 

•  Regular inspection of books and guidance in order to ensure full compliance 

•  Support in selection (e.g. due diligence analyses) and onboarding of new partners  

•  Any other task assigned by the AWO International Programme Manager  

•  University degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or similar subjects 

•  Minimum 3 years of work experience as Finance Officer or a comparable role in Ukraine 

•  Advanced competences in using financial software and MS Excel, proficiency in MS Office 

•  Impeccable finance ethics with a strong donor compliance attitude and distinct ability to manage confidential data 

•  Excellent analytical and numerical skills 

•  Experience in working with Ukraine Non-Governmental Organisations  

•  Proven track record in managing public funds and donations, e.g. of international donors  

•  Fluency in Ukraine and English both written and verbal; German is an asset   

•  Excellent communication and problem-solving skills 

•  Ability to work under pressure and independently  

•  Flexible and able to deal with sudden changes  

•  Readiness for regular field trips including to the newly liberated areas  

•  Duty Station – Kyiv, Ukraine  

•  Contract length until December 2025 after 6-month probation period  

•  Salary / benefit: According to AWO International’s terms and conditions