Вакансія: Finance Officer / Accountant – CYFER

DAI is a global development company that has been working for over 50 years to address social and economic development issues like inefficient markets, ineffective governance, and instability. It works in nearly 100 countries, partnering with governments, international organizations, and the private sector to implement development solutions that create positive, lasting impacts. DAI Global UK Ltd, the implementer of the CYFER programme is looking for Finance Officer / Accountant.  

Location of Position: Kyiv, Ukraine
Reporting to: Finance Officer
Remuneration: Fees are subject to negotiation in line with market rates
Indicative LOE/Time Frame: January 2026 – March 2028 (up to 220 days LOE/ year; annual contract review based on availability of project funding)
Please note: DAI Global UK Ltd. does not provide exemptions from mandatory military service requirements for consultants engaged under Private Entrepreneur (PE) contracts.

Role’s Purpose: 

The Accountant/Finance Officer is a key member of CYFER’s finance team. S/he will play a pivotal role in assuring adherence to financial policies, activity policies and procedures, regulations, controls, and reporting systems to ensure effective financial oversight over the CYFER programme. The Accountant/Finance Officer will provide accounting and financial analysis support to the programme and will ensure submission of financial reports based on internal DAI deadlines as well as external FCDO requirements. This position will ensure compliance of all accounting and financial reporting functions. Responsible for recording costs and day-to-day general accounting, accounts receivable/payable, payroll, risk management, managing relationships with relevant entities including vendors, tax authorities, banks etc., assuring all backup documentation is audit ready, and troubleshooting accounting issues. The individual is also responsible for cash flow analyses and takes active participation in ensuring the overall financial well-being of CYFER. Specific responsibilities include: 

Tasks/responsibilities: 

Financial management  

• Support  daily financial operations of CYFER in conjunction with the operations and finance manuals, including cash flow management, time sheet recording, forecasting, budgeting, reporting to DAI on the financial aspects of the project, and daily monitoring of expenditures. Key tasks will include: 
• Prepares vendor and payroll tax forms and ensure these are submitted in a timely manner 
• Prepares and submits monthly reconciliation reports for review 
• Monitors and reports on partner/vendor payment schedules and obligations 
• Ensures that accounting policies and practices are carried out in accordance with the Ukraine Tax Code; activity internal controls are established and implemented in accordance with DAI policies, FCDO rules/regulations, and the terms of the contract 
• Initiates wire requests for field activity implementation 
• Verifies vendor invoices for accuracy  
• Verifies accuracy of expenses, and activity accounting codes 
• Ensures accurate and timely processing of invoices, advances and reimbursements, checks, and wire transfer payments 
• Performs monthly bank reconciliations and routinely monitors bank account balances  
• Ensures that taxes are paid, tracked, recorded, and reported to Ukraine tax authorities, DAI Head Office and the FCDO 
• Data handling and management in Oracle for CYFER including preparation and upload of field expenditure reports if appropriate 
• Carrying out monthly variance analysis against forecast and budgets and responsible for ongoing financial reconciliation and manage month end processes for CYFER. 

Reporting 

• Responsible for maintaining file management systems for soft and hard copy documentation 
• Supports the development of all CYFER financial reports and their submission to DAI headquarters in accordance with the DAI monthly finance calendar. This will include monthly Activity Based Budget, invoice trackers and LoE trackers (for internal and external purposes) 
• Conducts daily reviews of backup documentation to ensure completeness, accuracy, and full compliance with DAI’s regulations 
• Ensures backup documentation is uploaded to relevant system according to set deadlines 

Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting  
• 4+ years of relevant experience and progressive responsibility in finance and accounting; experience working on donor-funded activities preferred (previous experience with FCDO funded programmes would be advantageous) 
• Demonstrated knowledge of internal controls and audit processes (e.g. procurement, local subcontract agreements, etc.) 
• Demonstrated report writing skills in English 
• Excellent computer literacy with advanced knowledge of MS Excel 
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize tasks and work as part of a team 

All interested and qualified candidates are encouraged to apply by sending their CV and cover letter to [email protected] no later than December 12, 2025. Please indicate the position title in the subject line of your email. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.