Job Description
The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) was created in to succeed the Intergovernmental Authority on Drought and Development that was founded in to deal with issues related to drought and desertification in the Horn Africa.
IGAD came to existence with a new name, organizational structure and a revitalized ambition of expanded coope…
Project Accountant
Key Roles and Responsibilities
Under the overall supervision of the Transhumance Project Coordinator in ICPALD, the pastoralism Expert will be responsible in providing the team with strategic and operational support in delivery of outputs and products according to the project objectives.
He/ she will be based in Nairobi, Kenya and will coordinate ICPALD actions in the sector of pastoralism and transhumance, especially the cross-border cooperation on transhumance issues.
The major responsibilities of the pastoralism expert include:
Process accurately and promptly all accounting transactions for the action, including payroll, operating expenses, travel, consultant payments, vendor payments and other office running expensesKeep relevant documents and invoices systematically to fully support the accountsPerforms monthly bank account reconciliationPrepare payment vouchers after careful verification of the supporting documents and prepare cheques against approved payment documentsEffect timely payments and resolve accounting related issues of the ProjectAssist in the planning aspect and preparation of verifiable forecasts and ensure in the monitoring budget against expensesEnsure IGAD internal control procedures as well as partner’s and Donor’s regulations are adhered withPrepare annual and periodic financial reports to be submitted to the contracting authorityIssue receipts/acknowledgements for funds received from the Donors and partnersInputting transactions into computerized accounting systemReconcile the General Ledger and fund accounts.Generate and Submit regular and ad-hoc financial reports to the IGAD Finance Unit and donorsAnalyze receivables and other suspense accounts for clearance on a quarterly basis.Maintain proper files and records for the following;Payment vouchers and receipts copies.Cheque book register for various bank accountsPayroll files of the staff.Up-to-date asset register.Assist the Finance and Administration Officer in the preparation of annual financial reports.Analyze sub-grantees financial reports to ensure acceptabilityAssist in the project audit by external auditors as well as internal auditorsPerform other relevant duties as may be assigned from time to time. Academic qualification, Professional experiences and Core Competencies required
Academic Qualification
At least bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting from a recognized Institution
Experience and technical competencies
A minimum of Three year’s work experience in executing accounting and financial management functionsKnowledge and experiences of computerized accounting systems,High level of personal and professional integrity with strong analytical skills and ability to function well in a multi-cultural environment,Ability to deal sensitively and build effective working relations with clients and colleagues,Strong communication skill with ability to prepare, present and discuss findings in written and oral formGood knowledge and experience in development project is preferableCPA part II or equivalent ACCA from a recognized professional body will be an added advantage Languages
Fluency in English is required.
Knowledge of French language is an added advantage. Remuneration
Negotiable with IGAD salary scale and policy and based on applicant’s qualification and experience