Finance Manager

The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) has been supporting people affected by displacement in Lebanon for 20 years. As we embark on an important period of strategic and operational change, we are seeking an experienced Finance Manager to provide strategic financial leadership, strengthen financial systems, and ensure the effective and accountable use of resources to deliver humanitarian assistance. We are looking for a strategic, analytical, and solutions-oriented finance leader who can navigate change, translate financial data into actionable insights, and balance strong financial controls with the operational flexibility required in a dynamic humanitarian context. This is an exciting opportunity to shape NRC Lebanon s financial direction, support organisational transformation, and strengthen collaboration with local partners and actors. Applicants must be legally eligible to work in Lebanon, We are unable to provide work permits or visa sponsorships for this position. What you will do The Finance Manager is responsible for effective financial management, budgeting, reporting, compliance and internal controls across NRC Lebanon. This role provides strategic financial leadership by delivering accurate, reliable, and timely financial information, enabling senior management to make informed decisions and ensure the efficient use of organisational resources. The position holder will ensure that NRC Lebanon is well positioned to respond to current and future needs and shall demonstrate strong engagement and leadership in all major Finance actions, while ensuring capacity building for Finance team members and budget holders across the entire country.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic financial leadership across NRC Lebanon, ensuring robust financial systems, policies, internal controls, and compliance with NRC, donor, and local regulatory requirements
• Lead budgeting, financial reporting, and analysis, delivering timely, accurate insights to inform senior management decisions and support effective resource allocation
• Oversee accounting, cash flow, and liquidity management, ensuring operational continuity, accurate financial records, and effective audit preparation and follow-up
• Manage financial risks and compliance, strengthening accountability, implementing anti-corruption measures, and addressing audit findings and financial control gaps
• Advise and support budget holders and programme teams throughout the project cycle, from proposal development and budgeting to expenditure monitoring and reporting
• Strengthen financial capacity and team performance through effective leadership, staff development, and technical support to Finance colleagues and budget holders nationwide
• Advance NRC s localisation agenda by strengthening financial systems, tools, and capacity to support local partners and actors in delivering compliant, effective, and sustainable humanitarian responses
• What you will bring A bachelor s degree in finance, Accounting, or a relevant field
• At least four years of finance experience, including three years in a managerial or equivalent role within a humanitarian or recovery context
• Experience working with local partners and institutional humanitarian donors
• Strong financial analysis, budgeting, reporting, and risk management skills, with proficiency in MS Excel and accounting systems
• Fluency in written and spoken English
• Experience developing financial systems during organisational change is highly desirable; emergency finance leadership experience and previous work in the Middle East are an advantage
• Please download the detailed job description to learn more about the position

Desired Candidate Profile

A bachelor s degree in finance, Accounting, or a relevant field. At least four years of finance experience, including three years in a managerial or equivalent role within a humanitarian or recovery context. Experience working with local partners and institutional humanitarian donors. Strong financial analysis, budgeting, reporting, and risk management skills, with proficiency in MS Excel and accounting systems. Fluency in written and spoken English. Experience developing financial systems during organisational change is highly desirable; emergency finance leadership experience and previous work in the Middle East are an advantage.