Accountant – Focus Africa International

The Accountant is responsible for the assessment and compliance monitoring of grants systems, processes, partnerships; Analysis of budgets and expenditures of program areas.  This role will work with the Country Finance and Grants Manager, the Business Development staff, Project Managers, Finance Departments and implementing partners. The position will be also responsible for capacity building of partners on grants management and improving ways of working and will support start-up and closeout meetings/workshops. In the event of a major humanitarian emergency, the role holder will be expected to work outside the normal role profile and be able to vary working hours accordingly.

ACCOUNTABILITIES AND MAIN WORK ACTIVITIES

Award and grants portfolio management (30%)Support project specific budgeting in liaison with the grants coordinator and National Office(NO) contact person

Conduct regular grants monitoring for the project and ensure individual grants performance are being tracked effectively, and that risks and issues are being recognised and action taken.

Accountant – Focus Africa International

The Accountant is responsible for the assessment and compliance monitoring of grants systems, processes, partnerships; Analysis of budgets and expenditures of program areas.  This role will work with the Country Finance and Grants Manager, the Business Development staff, Project Managers, Finance Departments and implementing partners. The position will be also responsible for capacity building of partners on grants management and improving ways of working and will support start-up and closeout meetings/workshops. In the event of a major humanitarian emergency, the role holder will be expected to work outside the normal role profile and be able to vary working hours accordingly.

ACCOUNTABILITIES AND MAIN WORK ACTIVITIES

Award and grants portfolio management (30%)Support project specific budgeting in liaison with the grants coordinator and National Office(NO) contact person

Conduct regular grants monitoring for the project and ensure individual grants performance are being tracked effectively, and that risks and issues are being recognised and action taken.

Provide regular reports on grants performance to the Project Manager & Grants Coordinator.

Support in the annual planning process at project level

Monitoring and analysis of grants 40%Track and identify NRGRANT and DUMMY expenditures and ensure timely reversals are done before the closure of the month

Monitor and analyse activities regularly and work with Project Manager to resolve any issues identified in specific project

Co-ordinate with Project Manager and Grants coordinator in order to ensure budgets are correctly allocated and phased-in.

Track and monitor grants expenditure

Prepare and deliver timely financial reports.

Conduct project field visits and spot checks

Assessment and compliance of systems, processes and partnerships 20%Work with project teams to ensure adherence to both donor and Plan processes and procedures

Support in grants mapping, central filing and updating grants information in the grants management system

Participate in due diligence for implementing partners and review MOUs.

Conduct capacity building for partners on donor requirements

Coordinate grants “Kick off” meetings at project level.

Support timely close out processes for projects.

Provide information during grants audits and compliance reviews at project level.

Review of partner’s reports and liquidation of funds.

Others (5%)

Participate in program management meetings

Support finance in grants reconciliations

Support in the annual planning process at project level

Safeguarding Children and Young People (Safeguarding) and Gender Equality and Inclusion (GEI) (5%)

TECHNICAL EXPERTISE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

Qualifications/ experience essential:

Bachelor’s Degree in either business, social sciences or international development

At least CPA 2 or other equivalent professional qualification in accounting

Minimum 2 years’ experience in grants management or a similar role in an NGO

Experience in supporting program teams

Problem solving skills to identify and lead the resolution of issues

Strong communication (written and spoken), and interpersonal skills

Qualifications/ experience desirable:

Previous experience in an ERP or any recognised grants management system

Attention to detail and analytical skills

Planning, management and coordination skills

Experience in working with multicultural teams

Facilitation and training skills

Administration and effective communication skills

Ability to work and interact with others at all levels