OVERALL RESPONSIBILITIES

The Accountant will provide overall financial supports to the USAID Eliminate TB project office in ensuring all financial transactions follow MSH financial policies and procedures. S/he ensures that all payments/disbursements, accounting, and financial records are maintained in accordance with MSH policies and donor (USAID) rules and regulations. S/he makes sure that all government taxes and other obligations are deducted and paid in time.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversee the overall financial activities of the project and ensure that activities comply with MSH policies and procedures, USAID rules and regulations, and statutory obligations.
• Prepare payment vouchers, cash receipts vouchers, and journal vouchers in accordance with MSH policies and procedures.
• Ensure all transactions have the necessary approval, accurately coded and charged to the right expenditure type, with appropriate documentation, and recorded into the QuickBooks database.
• Liaise with central level technical advisors and regional managers for timely preparation and submission of monthly fund requests. 
• Follow the timely settlement of outstanding work and staff advances and prepare an aging analysis report to be submitted to the MSH home office monthly.
• Prepare check payments, bank transfers, and bank letters in the name of authorized payees/vendors as necessary.
• Review petty cash payments and replenishment requests to ensure they are in line with MSH Ethiopia's petty cash policies.
• Prepare monthly payroll and benefits, process timely payment based on MSH and government applicable policies as appropriate.
• Effect workshop, training, or similar event payments as necessary in accordance with MSH Ethiopia workshop administration policy and procedures.
• Assist preparation of provident fund and government payables (such as withholding tax, income tax, and pensions) and make sure that such payables are paid to the appropriate authority in time.
• Compile and process monthly value-added tax claims for a refund from the government as appropriate.
• Assist in the preparation and smooth conduct of internal and external audits.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in either of the following Accounting, Finance, Business Management, or related field from a recognized university.
• A minimum of six years of experience in an international organization.
• Previous experience in USAID-funded projects of similar nature, and good knowledge of USAID rules and regulations.
• Experience in working with local partners in sub-contracting/granting is an advantage.
• Excellent interpersonal skills demonstrated ability to interact professionally with a culturally diverse staff, clients, and consultants.
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, and able to meet deadlines with attention to detail and quality.
• English and local language fluency including business terminology required.
• Good computer skill in Microsoft office suite application, and familiar with QuickBooks or similar accounting software.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified applicant should apply through the link