Accountant

The Accountant will contribute to the efficient and effective workings of the Accounting and Finance department by executing daily tasks with a strong attention to detail

DUTIES

• Control supporting documents prior to any payment release
• Ensure financial records are maintained in compliance with accepted policies and procedures
• Process payments and printing of checks
• Coordinate with administrative & finance staff to ensure accurate cash management/control including petty/checks, payments
• Control and coordinate the bookkeeping and all entries on the system
• Verify all necessary documents contracts, invoices, receipts to ensure that they are signed and approved by concerned people
• Prepare a weekly report for cash situation and submit it to the Financial manager
• Coordinate and follow up on the funds received (ministries, donors…)
• Prepare and control bank reconciliations
• Perform any other request from the Finance Manager and the Management team

SKILLS

Business Skills

• Strong organizational skills, initiative, ability to prioritize work
• Orderly maintain filing to facilitate access to relevant documents
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Keep all documents & project details confidential
• Collaborate and work positively with the staff

Computer Skills

• Fully competent and capable of applying Accounting software
• Proficient with Microsoft Office programs

ACADEMIC EDUCATION

BT or TS in Accounting /BA in accounting

EXPERIENCE & KNOWLEDGE

• 1 to 2 years financial accounting experience, preferably in a NGO environment
• Exposure to donor accounting is an advantage