RTI International is an international, independent not-for-profit organization dedicated to improving the human condition by turning knowledge into practice. With a worldwide staff of more than 4,000 people, RTI offers innovative research and development and a full spectrum of multidisciplinary services that meet the highest standards of professional performance.

 Act to End NTDs | East is a five-year cooperative agreement through which RTI supports national neglected tropical disease (NTD) programs to reach WHO NTD control and elimination goals through proven, cost-effective public health interventions which span the regions of Oromia, Tigray, Beneshangul-Gumuz and Gambella.

 Position Summary:

The Cashier Accountant is responsible for supporting the Finance and Grants Manager in delivering the Financial Team Objectives in a timely and accurate manner. S/he will support appropriate systems and procedures (cash management, vendor payments and Asset management) to properly disburse, steward and account for project funds which are cost effective, timely, have proper internal controls and comply with the terms of the agreement. S/he will collaborate closely with the Finance Manager, Procurement Officer and Grants Officer to provide support and assistance as needed. The Cashier Accountant will have frequent field trips to effect payments in relation to workshops and trainings. S/he is responsible for maintaining records of fixed assets and stock items and periodically conducting physical inventory.

Job Functions:-

• Cash Transactions: Make payments by reviewing the supporting and source documents as per organizational policy and procedures; Collects cash for settlement of outstanding advances from staff and deposits in the bank; Ensure that all cash transactions are fully and properly documented and supported.
• Workshops/trainings: Support setting up of workshops, arrange hotel bookings and settle hotel bills. Make training payments by collecting letter of participation and maintaining attendance sheet and  by collecting all needed supporting documents on trainings, and preparing payment sheets. Summarize the expenses of trainings and other payments by codes and submit for review and approval.
•  Monthly reports and payments: Ensure that payments are prepared and effected timely in regard of periodic and monthly obligations such as payroll income tax remittances, Private Pension Scheme fund contributions, withholding taxes etc. Ensure VAT claims are submitted on a monthly basis and follow up timely refund.
• Cash Vouchers: Support collection and filing of all cash and bank vouchers, maintain Voucher Filing Systems such that files are: up-to-date, complete and safe-guarded. Provides important documents and information to Finance Officers for program report preparation.
• Other Tasks: Other tasks as required.

(Temporary Employment- 6 months with no contract extension)

Job Requirements

Required Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Business Administration or relevant field
• Minimum 2 years of working experience in a large firm.
• Experience of working with USAID project preferable
• Minimum 2 years of experience in basic accounting practices and related position

Skills & Abilities

Skills and abilities required to perform the essential job duties of this job are listed below. An addendum that clarifies additional skills and abilities for incumbents in this job may be used in addition to this description.

• Fluency in both reading, written and spoken English is required
• Proficiency in using Excel and other financial software
• Ability to follow guidelines and controls required of the position
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of an organization
• Deadline orientated
• Ability to travel as needed

How to Apply

RTI invites eligible candidates to indicate their interest in the position no later than November 5, 2021. Applications should consist of a letter, detailed curriculum vitae, supporting credentials and 3 professional references, including your professional relationship with that person, the person’s telephone number and an email address.

Successfully candidates is expected to start immediately.

 Submit applications to recruitment@et-ntd.rti.org with the position title on the subject line. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview. Please note: RTI International does not use agents or require any form of payment in the recruitment process.

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