Finance and Administration Manager

About the role

IREX is seeking a Finance and Administration Manager to oversee finance, accounting, procurement and operational functions for its Iraq Programs portfolio, ensuring compliance with Iraqi law, U.S. Government requirements and donor rules.

Key responsibilities

• Manage finance, accounting, administration and operational systems for IREX programs and office operations in Iraq.
• Develop, monitor and update budgets, forecasts, burn‑rate analyses and financial reports.
• Prepare and submit monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports, projections and variance analyses.
• Oversee procurement, vendor administration and ensure adherence to IREX procedures.
• Support internal and external audits and coordinate closely with IREX headquarters and regional finance teams.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business administration or related field; master’s preferred.
• At least 7 years of progressively responsible experience in finance, accounting or administration, preferably with an international NGO or donor‑funded program.
• Experience supervising or mentoring finance and administrative staff.
• Fluency in Arabic and professional proficiency in English.
• Valid authorization to work in Iraq.

Required skills

• Strong financial management, budgeting, analysis, forecasting and expenditure‑tracking.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.

What we offer

• Learning, development and growth opportunities.
• A comprehensive benefits package designed to support overall well‑being.