Finance Assistant

About Afghan Relief Organization (AR)

Afghan Relief Organization (AR) is a national non-governmental, non-profit organization dedicated to improving the lives of vulnerable communities across Afghanistan through humanitarian assistance and sustainable development programs. AR implements projects in education, health, livelihoods, food security, WASH, emergency response, and community development while maintaining high standards of transparency, accountability, and professionalism.

Organization: Afghan Relief Organization (AR)
Job Title: Finance Assistant
Vacancy Number: AR/FIN/001/2026
Number of Positions: 1
Employment Type: Full-Time
Contract Duration: One Year (Extendable based on performance and funding availability)
Duty Station: Kabul, Afghanistan
Nationality: Afghan
Gender: Male 
Category: Finance / Accounting
Salary: According to Afghan Relief Organization Salary Scale
Announcement Date: 03 August 2026
Closing Date: 08 August 2026

Job Summary

The Finance Assistant will support the Finance Department in the day-to-day financial operations of the organization. The position is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, preparing payment documents, processing financial transactions, assisting with financial reporting, and ensuring compliance with organizational policies, donor regulations, and applicable financial procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare payment vouchers, receipt vouchers, and journal vouchers.
• Record daily cash and bank transactions accurately.
• Maintain proper filing and archiving of financial documents.
• Assist in preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Support bank and cash reconciliations.
• Assist in payroll preparation and staff payment processing.
• Monitor staff advances and ensure timely settlement.
• Verify supporting documents before processing payments.
• Maintain cashbooks and financial records.
• Assist in budget monitoring and expenditure tracking.
• Support internal and external audits by providing required documentation.
• Ensure compliance with organizational financial policies and donor requirements.
• Maintain confidentiality of all financial information.
• Perform any other finance-related duties assigned by the Finance Manager or Senior Finance Officer.

Required Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics or a related field.

Work Experience

• Minimum 1–2 years of relevant experience in finance or accounting.
• Experience working with NGOs is preferred.
• Knowledge of donor financial regulations is an advantage.

Required Skills

• Good knowledge of accounting principles and financial procedures.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience with accounting software (QuickBooks or similar) is an advantage.
• Strong numerical, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Languages

• Fluency in Dari or Pashto (spoken and written).
• Good working knowledge of English (spoken and written).

Core Competencies

• Integrity and accountability.
• Confidentiality.
• Teamwork.
• Time management.
• Problem-solving.
• Professional ethics.
• Commitment to organizational values.

Important Notes

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• Incomplete applications will not be considered.
• No telephone inquiries please.
• Afghan Relief Organization reserves the right to accept or reject any application without assigning any reason.

Application Procedure

Interested and qualified candidates should submit the following documents:

• Updated CV
• Cover Letter
• Copies of educational certificates
• Copy of National ID (Tazkira)

Please send your application with the subject line to kabul@afghan-relief.org :

Finance Assistant – ARO/FIN/001/2026

Please write the vacancy number in the subject line of your email.

Application without vacancy number will not be considered.

Applications received after the closing date will not be considered

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.