Program Accountant

Our client, a Non-Profit Organization whose mission is to help build and support High Impact Businesses that provide sustainable economic opportunities is looking to recruit a Program Accountant. The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the financial program functions reporting to the Senior Finance Manager. Key Responsibilities: - Support in maintaining accurate financial records, including financial transactions, reconciling bank accounts, and preparing financial statements. - Support the Senior Finance Manager in ensuring proper disbursement, accounting, budgeting, and reporting of project funds in compliance with local and donor regulations. - Support in ensuring the maintenance of program accounts payable and receivable, including processing invoices, issuing payments, and following up on overdue accounts. - Support the preparation of periodical management reports like the expense tracker. - Assist in tracking program budgets, including monitoring budget adjustments. - Assist in the preparation and filing of program-related yearly tax returns, ensure compliance with tax laws and regulations. - Support the preparation of program audits, such as gathering financial data and documentation and ensuring compliance with audit requirements. - Support the preparation of periodic program management and financial reports. - Follow up with vendors to provide receipts after payments and petty cash reconciliation. - Track program-related payments to internal and external stakeholders.

Must have a bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Finance, Accounting or related field. Proficiency in MS Excel and other accounting software. Proficiency in Management systems. Sound Interpersonal and Administration skills.