Seeking:
Accountant
Are you a
Somali speaking Accountant?
Do you want
to make a difference in Somalia?
Are you
committed to honesty and integrity?
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 and the
self-declared Republic of Somaliland.
The overall
program goal is to mitigate conflict; to promote stability and community
cohesion, and to strengthen citizens’ relationships with government officials.
TIS
implements quick impact activities linked to longer-term stabilization goals.
The TIS
program is currently seeking a skilled, diplomatic, effective, and highly
motivated Accountant.
As our
Accountant, you will manage all transactions related to the DAI TIS project.
You 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 offices financial activities.
You will
provide support in other finance areas as necessary and maintain a positive
working relationship with the DAI Home Office staff.
Qualifications and skills sought
- University degree in Accounting, Commerce, or Financial Management or other appropriate field.
- CPA qualification required.
- Four years’ experience in financial accounting or bookkeeping.
- Experience working using Oracle as a financial management system preferred.
- Previous auditing experience highly sought.
- Previous experience working in Somalia or on Somalia programs highly sought.
- Knowledge of Somali and Kenyan 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.
- Demonstrated expertise working on a Somalia program preferred.
- Ability to audit financial documentation.
- Ability to prepare financial reports.
- Knowledge of accounting software.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and an ability to manage a diverse range of professional relationships essential.
- Ability to travel to Somalia.
Do you have the above qualifications
and skills?
Please send
(1) a CV
(2) current
position and salary history and
(3) three
professional references to tisdairecruitment@gmail.com and copy tis@dai.com.
Closing date: Monday, June 23, 2014.
Please note
only short listed candidates will be contacted.
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