The «Arbeiter-Samariter-Bund Deutschland (ASB)» is a non-governmental and non-religious German aid and welfare organization working in areas such as rescue services, civil protection and social services. Since its foundation in 1888, the ASB has acted as a politically and denominationally independent association, ensuring a high level of continuity and reliability.
ASB provides a people-centered humanitarian response to alleviate human suffering, contributes to building the resilience of systems, communities, and societies, and applies integrated approaches to welfare and social and socio-economic development. ASB currently has a portfolio of more than 100 projects in countries such as Bangladesh, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Georgia, Haiti, Indonesia, Iraq, Kosovo, Nepal, Nicaragua, Niger, Philippines, Serbia and Ukraine.
ASB has been implementing humanitarian interventions in Ukraine since the beginning of the conflict in 2014. Following the full-scale invasion of Ukraine by Russia in February 2022, ASB has increased its humanitarian operations to respond to the multiple needs of the war-affected population of Ukraine. Our team is committed to providing multi-sectoral humanitarian aid in the areas of basic needs, food security, hygiene, winterization, health and psychosocial support. This includes in-kind assistance as well as cash components and social services provided in cooperation with local partners.
ASB in Ukraine is currently seeking applications from qualified and dedicated professionals for the position of Accountant.
We offer:
Contract duration: 1-year contract (including 3-month probation period) with the possibility of extension based on funding availability and performance.
Duty station: Kyiv
Start date: as soon as possible
Vacancy: for National staff only
Salary: ASB offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience
Purpose of the Role
The purpose of this role is to ensure accurate and compliant financial management of the organization, including bookkeeping, taxation, reporting, payroll, reconciliations, and coordination with internal departments and external stakeholders in line with Ukrainian legislation, donor requirements, and internal policies.
Key Responsibilities
- Financial Transactions & Bookkeeping:
- Maintain daily accounting operations in compliance with Ukrainian GAAP (NARS) using BAS/BAF software
- Record and process financial transactions with accurate account correspondence (e.g., 10, 11, 12, 15, 31, 32, 39, 48, 61, 62, 68, 92, 948, 949, 375, 3771, 6415)
- Ensure all accounting entries follow correct debit/credit usage
- Conduct monthly review and corrections of account correspondence as per internal financial policies
- Support preparation and execution of payments, including bank transfers in Client-Bank systems

2. Taxation, Compliance & Reporting:
- Prepare and submit monthly, quarterly, and annual tax reports through MEDOC (e.g., 4DF, Annexes 1 and 5)
- Ensure compliance with local tax laws, labor legislation, and donor/partner financial requirements
- Respond to tax authority queries and monitor pension fund fines via the electronic cabinet
- Prepare annual financial statements, balance sheets, and statistical reports

3. Reconciliation & Documentation:
- Perform regular reconciliations (bank, cash, accounts, suppliers)
- Maintain accurate and organized records of all financial documentation: invoices, contracts, receipts, etc.
- Handle reconciliations and documentation exchanges with suppliers and counterparties
- Monitor and manage advances and their timely clearance

4. Payroll & Personnel Accounting:
- Prepare monthly payroll calculations including salary, sick leaves, business trip per diems, vacation accruals, and related taxes and insurance
- Ensure correct correspondence of payroll entries in BAS/BAF
- Support in monthly consolidated reporting on personal income tax and social contributions

5. Cross-Departmental Coordination:
- Cooperate with the Supply Chain Department on inventory accounting, write-offs, and related documentation
- Monitor and review monthly reports from drivers related to fuel and petrol usage
- Liaise with banks, tax offices, insurance companies, and auditors during evaluations, due diligence, and financial monitoring procedures
- Participate in internal/external audits, due diligence reviews, and respond to financial questionnaires from banks, auditors, and partners

6. Other Duties:
- Contribute to financial partner evaluations and assessments
- Support ongoing administrative tasks assigned by management within the scope of responsibilities

Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Accounting, Finance, or Economics
- Strong practical knowledge of Ukrainian accounting standards (NARS/GAAP)
- 5−8 years of professional accounting experience,
- 1−2 years of experience in NGO, INGO, or humanitarian sector
- Proven experience in tax reporting, payroll processing, and reconciliation procedures
- Familiarity with humanitarian finance requirements and donor compliance (Sphere Standards, Core Humanitarian Standards, etc.)
- Fluency in Ukrainian
- English level B1 or higher (written and spoken)
- Proficiency in accounting software (BAS/BAF/1C), MEDOC, and common office applications (Excel, Word, Outlook)
- Experience working with CRM systems and document platforms like Vchasno
- Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and reporting skills
- Flexibility and ability to work under pressure

Personal Characteristics
- High level of integrity, responsibility, and self-discipline
- Strong attention to detail and analytical skills
- Stress-resilience, flexibility, and the ability to prioritize tasks under pressure
- Effective interpersonal and communication skills
- Demonstrated neutrality and professionalism in handling confidential financial information
- Ability to work independently and as part of a multicultural team

ASB is an equal opportunity employer.
Qualified applicants should submit:
- A Letter of Motivation (max. 1 page) specifically addressing the above job description and requirements as well as mentioning salary expectations.
- A CV (max. 2 pages)

Applications must be sent as a single document by e-mail to [см. контактную информацию ниже] with the subject line: «ASB. Application. Accountant»
Only applications submitted electronically in English will be considered. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
Only short-listed candidates will be invited for an interview.
Closing date: 22.09.2025
Website ASB Germany: http://www.asb.de/en
Website ASB Country Office Ukraine: https://www.asb.org.ua/

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