Seeking: Field Accountant
USAID Transition Initiatives for
Stabilization (TIS) Program:The
Transition Initiatives for Stabilization (TIS) program is funded by USAID and
responds to the complex crisis that has evolved in Somalia.
TIS implements quick impact activities
linked to longer-term stabilization goals.
The TIS program is currently seeking
a skilled, diplomatic, effective, and highly motivated Field Accountant.
The Accountant will manage all
transactions related to the DAI TIS project.
S/he will ensure that the outlined financial policies and procedures are implemented and followed in the assigned area.
S/he will ensure that the outlined financial policies and procedures are implemented and followed in the assigned area.
The Accountant is responsible for
providing complete and accurate field reports to the Home Office for all field
office financial activities.
S/he will provide support in other
finance areas as necessary and maintain a positive working relationship with
the DAI Home Office staff.
This position will be based in Nairobi with frequent travel to Somalia.
Qualifications:
- University degree in Accounting or Finance.
- CPA Qualification is required.
- Four years’ experience in financial
accounting.
- Experience working using Oracle as a financial
management system preferred.
- Previous auditing experience highly sought.
- Previous experience working in Somalia or
Somalia programs preferred.
- Knowledge of Somali and Kenyan local tax laws.
- USAID experience a plus.In addition, must be
flexible, willing to perform assigned and additional duties and work
irregular hours under unpredictable conditions.
- Ability to prepare financial and other reports
- Knowledge of accounting software.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and an ability
to manage a diverse range of professional relationships is essential
- Willingness to travel to Somalia
Do you have the above qualifications
and skills?
If so, please send
(1) a CV that includes 3 references
in PDF format
(2) A cover letter explaining why you
are eligible for the position,
(3)A filled and signed copy of the
1420 bio data form which can be downloaded from http://www.usaid.gov/forms
Forward your application to tisdairecruitment@gmail.com and copy tis@dai.com.
Closing date: Wednesday, 29th July 2015.
Please note only short listed candidates will be contacted.
Please put Field Accountant as the
email subject.