Finance Officer

Position: Finance Officer

Type: Full Time (35 hours/week) 

Location: Gaza, Palestine

Reporting to: Finance Manager

Contract: 12 Months Fixed-Term

Medical Aid for Palestinians (MAP) is a leading UK charity dedicated to improving the health and dignity of Palestinians affected by conflict, occupation, and displacement. With a focus on the occupied Palestinian territory and Palestinian refugee camps in Lebanon, we provide vital health and medical care to those in need, particularly in crisis zones like Gaza. As part of our commitment to meeting the growing needs of the communities we serve, we're expanding our team. 

The Finance Officer is responsible for ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant financial management in support of MAP’s operations. This role involves processing payments, maintaining financial records, reconciling accounts, and supporting monthly reporting and forecasting. The Finance Officer also monitors partner budgets, reviews financial reports, and ensures adherence to MAP UK’s financial and procurement procedures. Working closely with programme and procurement teams, the Finance Officer contributes to the integrity of financial systems and supports the Finance Manager in maintaining effective internal controls and year-end processes. 

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The ideal candidate is a finance or accounting graduate with strong knowledge of accounting principles and extensive experience in accounting or auditing, preferably in the INGO sector. They have excellent communication skills in English and Arabic, are highly proficient in Excel and Word, and demonstrate strong attention to detail, organisation, and the ability to meet deadlines. A collaborative team player, they are skilled at managing tasks efficiently and building effective working relationships.

Please visit the application link to find the detailed job description. 

MAP has a zero-tolerance policy with regard to Sexual Exploitation and Abuse by MAP‘s personnel against the people they serve. Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) is the responsibility of everyone, and all selected candidates will be required to comply with MAP's PSEA Policy at all times. Selected candidates will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks against their past behaviour related to sexual exploitation and abuse, and may be required to provide additional information further on in the selection process. 

We offer a well-rounded benefits package that’s designed to ensure our employees feel supported and valued, both professionally and personally.

**NB: MAP reserves the right to close this advert before the confirmed closing date when we are in receipt of sufficient applications.        

**We would therefore advise interested applicants to apply as early as possible. Due to the high volume of applications, we receive, we are unable to respond to every application. If you have not heard from us within two weeks of the deadline, then you have not been successful in shortlisting.