Finance Officer - Haiti

Location: Port-au-Prince, Haiti

Role Type: Full-time FTC

CLOSING DATE: 20 March 2026

About ARK

ARK is a social enterprise, empowering local communities through the provision of agile and sustainable interventions to create greater stability, opportunity and hope for the future. 

We believe that strong, resilient communities are the foundation of local, national, regional and international development and stability – and ultimately a safer, peaceful and more prosperous world. At ARK, we have delivered research and programmatic interventions validating this approach in over twenty countries since 2008. As a social enterprise, we work in partnership with communities, our donors, and other implementers to build local capacities, generate opportunity and bring about sustainable change. 

Learn more about our impact here:  https://www.ark.international/impact

About the Role

The Finance Officer role supports the maintenance and accuracy of financial records and accounting processes. The position contributes to the effective tracking of financial transactions through accurate data entry, maintaining and reconciling accounting records, and supporting the preparation of financial reports and documentation. The role works closely with the Finance Manager to ensure financial information is properly recorded, organised, and compliant with internal procedures and reporting requirements.

What you'll be doing

• Verify, authenticate, and review source documents (invoices, contracts, receipts, delivery notes) in accordance with ARK approval mechanisms, donor requirements, and financial procedures. 
• Review expenditures for budget availability, cost allowability, and donor compliance prior to payment processing.
• Monitor budget expenditures and track performance using budget vs. actual mechanisms; support variance analysis and forecasting. 
• Maintain accurate project finance files (electronic and hard copy), ensuring records are complete, well‑organised, and audit‑ready. 
• Record assigned financial transactions in Acumatica / Microsoft Dynamics, including AP, AR, GL, cash, payroll, and bank transactions. 
• Perform regular cash, bank, payroll, and AP reconciliations, investigating and resolving discrepancies.
• Support cashflow management, including tracking advances, prepayments, and deposits, and preparing advance reconciliations. 
• Ensure correct application of exchange rates and multi‑currency accounting, in line with approved project rates.
• Oversee and disburse petty cash, ensuring transactions are fully documented and compliant with ARK financial policies. 
• Maintain and update the project asset register, coordinating with logistics and procurement teams.
• Liaise with project staff, procurement, HR, and logistics to ensure accurate financial documentation and timely processing of payments. 
• Liaise with local accountants, tax authorities, and auditors, supporting statutory filings, tax compliance, and audit processes. 
• Execute relevant local tax procedures, filings, and statutory payments in coordination with headquarters finance. 
• Support donor and internal financial reporting by preparing schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation. 
• Identify, flag, and escalate financial risks, irregularities, or compliance concerns to the Deputy Finance Director and Compliance Manager. 
• Provide guidance to junior or new staff on accounting procedures, controls, and compliance requirements. 

Requirements

Essential:  

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance.
• Fluent in written and spoken English and/or French. 
• Minimum 3+ years of practical accounting experience in an International Organisation/Company. 
• Proficient in IT, with expertise in Microsoft applications such as Word, Excel, and Outlook.  
• Proven expertise in utilising accounting software. 
• Knowledgeable in IFRS Accounting Standards. 
• Experienced in multi-currency accounting. 

Desirable:  

• Experience overseeing accounting operations in a multi-currency environment. 
• Skilled in using Microsoft Dynamics Business Central accounting software. 
• Knowledge of financial rules and regulations for international donors such as HMG, USAID, Government of Canada. 

Benefits

Why join ARK?  

• Impactful Work: Your expertise will directly impact the lives of those in need.  
• Global Reach: Collaborate with international experts and local stakeholders.  
• Innovation: Engage in pioneering solutions for sustainable change.  
• Career Growth: Expand your horizons with varied projects and challenges.  

Our People  

Our team covers a diverse range of professional backgrounds, from diplomacy, humanitarian, development and the military, to the UN, civil society groups, multilateral organizations, journalism and the private sector.  

Smart: We think deeply about things. We’re proud of our institutional knowledge and our grounding in rigorous research, which we use to make informed decisions.   

Humble: Our work leaves little room for pride or arrogance. Our operating environment is constantly evolving, and we recognize out limitations. We believe in and rely on the education and experiences of others while remaining quick to read, invite feedback, and ask sensible questions.   

Accountable: Each of us want ARK, its partners, and beneficiaries to succeed. This means taking initiative, assuming ownership when necessary and never giving up on our beneficiaries. We are committed and accountable, to both our donors and the communities we serve.   

Collegiate: We know we are stronger together and that every contribution counts. We trust each other and always support each other.   

Outspoken: We tackle diverse challenges, and we always want to find the best solution to a problem. We aren’t afraid to share our opinions, and we want to hear those of others too.   

ARK Group is an equal opportunity employer. We actively seek a diverse applicant pool and encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply. ARK Group does not discriminate on the basis of ability, age, gender identity or expression, national origin, race and ethnicity, religious beliefs or sexual orientation. We welcome all kinds of diversity. ARK Group places human dignity at the center of its development and stabilization work and is this committed to the protection from sexual exploitation and abuse of children and adults. All ARK Group employees and related personnel are expected to share this commitment and only those who also uphold these values will be recruited as part of our team. This vacancy is therefore subject to a range of due diligence checks.