South Sudan: Field Accountant

Job Description

Samaritan’s Purse is growing! The Field Accountant, Northern Bahr el Ghazal, South Sudan is responsible for implementing and coordinating all financial and budgetary aspects of programs as assigned in Northern Bahr el Ghazal, South Sudan; the accountant is responsible for administrative field accounting, expenditures, bookkeeping and payroll related to the specific programs and projects as assigned. This position will require living at the Akuem field base in South Sudan and managing all local aspects of finance there.

The Field Accountant will maintain detailed records for all financial transactions in an organized and professional manner and will perform daily functions including recording all cash, check and bank transfer transactions, maintain cash and bank ledgers, monitor cash advances and field expense reports, reconcile cash on hand and monthly bank reconciliation. Excellent reporting and attention to detail are crucial as the Finance Manager will depend on the accountant for accurate and up-to-date information. It will be important to ensure adequate cash flow for operations and safety of financial resources at the base and ensure all cash is reconciled on a weekly basis, reporting any over/under to country office and investigate any over/under situations.

It will be vital to maintain close and cooperative working relationships with fellow financial staff and the Finance Manager, including building capacity among national staff. The Field Accountant will provide support to Base Manager and/or Program Managers with regard to financial policies/practices and related areas as required. The accountant will identify areas for financial and administrative improvement and work to implement feasible improvements.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university in Accounting or Finance or related field and one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• One year of college-level Biblical studies preferred.
• Experience with foreign currencies and grants management preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite-in particular, Excel.
• Ability to communicate and interact well with people of different educational, linguistic, cultural and socio-economic backgrounds.
• Above average communication skills-both verbal and written.

24 month contract with the potential for renewal.

This is an unaccompanied assignment.

Please go to http://careers.samaritanspurse.org/field-accountant-south-sudan/job/5259165 and click "Apply With File".