Job at the German Leprosy and TB Relief Association

German Leprosy and TB Relief Association (GLRA) is a not-for-profit, non-sectarian, international non-governmental organisation founded in 1957. It has its headquarters in Wuerzburg, Germany.

PROJECT ACCOUNTANT

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Support state programmes in financial management and reporting.
Develop and prepare accurate and timely financial reports and prepare ad hoc reports as needed for budgeting and planning purposes.
Ensure compliance with internal control processes, adherence to donor financial regulations and ensure that all expenses are within approved project budget lines.
Provide quality control checks ensuring that all valid financial transactions are entered into the accounting systems.
Prepare monthly budget controls and assist in the preparation of biannual progress reports to headquarters.
Work closely with sate teams and support other staff including mentoring them for effective operation of project activities.
Ensure financial records are readily available forintemallextemal reviewers and follow-up on internal/external audit findings
Perform other related tasks to be assigned by the Finance Office.

QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE
A minimum of HND/B.Sc Degree in Accounting or Finance
Minimum of three years of relevant working experience, preferably with an NGO
Fully computer literate, excellent knowledge of MS Excel required
Good written and oral communication skills
Strong organizational skills and attention to details

ADDITIONAL DESIRABLE SKILLS/EXPERIENCE:
Abilities for teamwork and initiative
Competence in modern training skills and/or ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
Associate member of Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN) will be an added advantage

Remarks
Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
The post requires occasional travel in country.

TO APPLY
Applicants should submit their Applications with CV's and motivation letter to: glra.finance@gmail.com

Note
Only candidates under consideration will be contacted by end of December.
The interview is scheduled for the first week of January 2017 and will include a written test.

DUE DATE: 20 December, 2016