ACCOUNTANT

The accountant will work closely with the Board to streamline and ensure that all finance and accounting tasks are completed in a timely fashion.

JOB SUMMARY:

ACCOUNTANT FOR CHARITABLE ORGANISATION 

The accountant will work closely with the Board to streamline and ensure that all finance and accounting tasks are completed in a timely fashion. 

Provides accounting and bookkeeping support and supervision.

Develops procedures and processes to ensure efficient and effective financial data in a timely manner.

Responsibilities include:

• Develop and improve financial information, systems, policies, and controls. 
• Supervise Accounts Payables function and approve all payment disbursements.
• Supervise cash transactions.
• Supervise payroll function and ensure payments relate to contracts.
• Review and approve transactions posted into the Accounting Software
• Preparation annual operating and capital budgets
• Review and approve transactions posted into the Accounting Software
• Review and supervise all statutory filings for compliance as per regulatory requirements.  
• Manage and review contracts on major capital expenditure projects.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS 

• A minimum of fifteen (15) years’ experience in bookkeeping and accounting and a minimum of five (5) years’ supervisory experience.
• Qualified Chartered Certified Accountant (ACCA) or equivalent or related accounting qualification.
• Working knowledge QuickBooks software or are generally familiar with accounting software.
• Demonstrates good leadership and management skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word
• Excellent oral and written communication skills