Company Profile

Since 1963, ACDI/vOCA has empowered people in 145 developing and transitional nations to succeed in the global economy. Based in Washington, D.C., ACDI/VOCA is a non profit international development organization that delivers technical and management assistance in agribusiness, financial services, enterprise development, community development and food security in order to promote broad-based economic growth and vibrant civil society.

Job Description

We are currently seeking an Accountant to be based in the Tamale Office
for a multi-year USAID-funded project.

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Ensuring data/accounts transactions are entered into the project's accounting system/QuickBooks
• Preparing payment vouchers.
• Disbursement Vouchers and initiating electronic payments for all accounts due
• Maintaining financial files and records
• Ensuring the safeguards of all project funds
• Preparing journal summaries
• Reviewing of all Expense Reports
• Recommending remedial actions/or sanctions as appropriate
• Conducting follow up to ensure recommendations have  been properly implemented
• Carry out instructions given by the Head of Department
• Any other duty commensurate with the position

Required Skills or Experience

• Minimum of BSc Accounting Option or Higher National Diploma in Accounting
• ICA Part 2, ACCA level 2 will be an added advantage
• At least five (5) years experience
• Experience and knowledge of USAID Accounting principles and procedures
• Demonstrate understanding of accounting and spreadsheet
• Advanced working knowledge in excel, with proficiency in word, QuickBooks
• Excellent communication skills/team player