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The Accountant is tasked with maintaining precise, punctual, and dependable project accounting data, overseeing project budgets, and ensuring adherence to USG financial regulations and requirements. The position and associated contract are contingent upon the availability of USG donor funding.
Job Responsibilities
Prepare DA1 forms by typing, printing, and updating the VAT log on a daily basis, liaise with vendors regarding approved DA1s, pursue refunds, record receipt transactions, and consistently inform the donor of the refund status to uphold accurate and efficient processing.
Guide to project personnel in coordinating the project budget with the execution plan, ensuring all initiatives are executed within the designated financial constraints.
Ensure payments are processed with precision and punctuality by examining support documents, compiling payment vouchers, drafting bank transfer instructions, and preparing checks for authorization, while also endorsing support documentation to uphold financial integrity and regulatory adherence.
Monitor staff travel advances by notifying pertinent project personnel regarding pending payments and advance liquidations, while fostering consistent communication and follow-up to uphold timely financial resource management and adherence to established deadlines.
Examine receipts and vouchers to confirm the presence of complete supporting documentation, validating the accuracy of expenses and ensuring all costs are appropriately substantiated.
Evaluate expenses and receipts to determine their validity by assessing their reasonableness, eligibility, and appropriateness, thereby ensuring precise financial reporting and adherence to compliance standards.
Prepare vendor reconciliations by obtaining account statements from vendors, verifying discrepancies, and resolving any long-overdue invoices to ensure the integrity of vendor records.
Reconcile both debtors’ and staff accounts by confirming the proper expensing of all advances and the accurate receipting of any refunds, thereby maintaining precise financial records.
Serve as a liaison between internal and external auditors, furnishing all necessary documentation and data to support seamless audit execution and uphold transparency throughout the process.
Maintain a meticulously structured, thoroughly documented, and logically arranged filing system for payments, both in physical and digital formats on a shared drive, to guarantee that project documents remain readily available for daily operations and compliance reviews.
Each month, submit the declared stock holdings of Data ZA Born commodities to the insurer to fulfill reporting obligations.
Review staff timesheets and allocate associated costs across different program areas, ensuring precise cost distribution and accurate financial reporting.
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience, is required. Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, or C++ is essential, along with familiarity with web development frameworks like Django or React. Strong problem-solving skills, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team setting are necessary. Prior experience with database management, cloud computing platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure), and DevOps practices is highly advantageous. Exceptional communication skills for conveying technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders are also expected.
A bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or an equivalent discipline is required.
Holds a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation at the III level or Advanced Level, or possesses an equivalent credential.
A minimum of three years of hands-on experience in finance and accounting is required.
Possesses a strong understanding of USG Rules and Regulations, ensuring compliance with established policies and procedures.
Proficiency in nonprofit organizational operations presents a valuable asset for this role.
Qualifications
BA/BSc/HND , Professional Certificate
Experience Required
3 years
