Senior Accountant

Job Description

To provide technical support in budget formulation, execution and accountability to ensure sound management of financial resources

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Salary:

 UFZEPA – 4

Terms:

 Three (3) Year Contract (Renewable upon good performance)

Person Specifications

a) Academic Qualifications

1. Honors Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce (Accounting), Business Administration/Studies (Accounting), or Finance and Accounting
2. Full professional accountancy qualification such as ACCA/CPA/ACIS/CPE (ICPAU-accredited)
3. ICPAU membership in good standing

b) Work Experience

• At least 3 years’ experience at Accountant level in Government or equivalent in a reputable organization

c) Competencies

i) Technical

• Financial Management
• Information and Communication Technology
• Analytical Skills
• Planning and Budgeting
• Accountability

ii) Behavioral

• Ethics and Integrity
• Communicating effectively
• Time Management
• Team work

Duties and Responsibilities

• Coordinate preparation of work plans and budgets; facilitate budget execution
• Supervise timely preparation and approval of financial statements and reports
• Verify and approve micro procurement requisitions; advise on higher-threshold transactions
• Review responses and advise on oversight issues, including audit queries
• Supervise accounts operations and monitor/evaluate staff performance
• Maintain up-to-date books, financial records and assets register
• Provide guidance on financial management to ensure compliance
• Develop internal financial controls and monitoring mechanisms
• Verify and approve payments to ensure value for money

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