The African Union – Interafrican Bureau for Animal Resources (AU-IBAR) aims to provide leadership in the development of animal resources for Africa. By supporting and empowering the African Union member states and the Regional Economic Communities (RECs), AU-IBAR's vision is of an Africa free from hunger and poverty in which animal resources make a significant contribution within the global arena.
AU-IBAR is in the process of recruiting qualified and competent Assistant Accountants to assist in the implementation of various projects.
Post
Job Title: Assistant Accountant.
Grade: GSA5 (Local).
Office: Interafrican Bureau for Animal Resources (AU-IBAR).
Duty Station: Nairobi, KENYA.
Major Duties and Responsibilities
The position is based within the headquarters of the AU-IBAR with possible travel to REC member states. Under the supervision of the IBAR Finance and Administration Officer, the incumbent will perform the following tasks:
- Financial management and accounting
- Assist in the daily financial accounting of the project.
- Assist in the preparation of budgets.
- Liaise with procurement.
- Verify all claims submitted by contractors and projects for approval, in compliance with the terms of the relevant contracts and budgets.
- Prepare payments and reimbursement claims for approval with supporting documents as required by African Union and donor standards by cheque, bank transfers or cash.
- Conduct reconciliation of project bank accounts at the end of each month.
- Process staff salaries, allowances, etc.
- Register all financial transactions in the accounting system and maintain accounting records according to agreed standards.
- Facilitate the work of external and internal auditors.
- Reporting
- Provide monthly detailed and summary accounts of expenditure as per agreed formats and standards.
- Provide quarterly and annual financial reports as per AU and/or donor standards and formats.
Educational Qualification Required
- Candidates must have a minimum of BA Degree in Accounting, Commerce or any other related course, including a pass in English, French and mathematics.
- CPA (II), ACCA (II) or equivalent will be an added advantage.
Work Experience Required
- Candidates must have a minimum of five years working experience, with preferably at least two years in an international environment.
- Previous working experience with donor-funded projects (with European Union/USAID) will be an added advantage.
Other Related Skills Required
- Good interpersonal skills and ability to work productively in a multicultural team.
- Perform under pressure.
- Willingness to work overtime.
- Be highly motivated, have innovative ideas and a creative mind.
- Computer knowledge and accounting software like SAP and NAVISON is mandatory.
Language Requirement
Proficiency in one of the African Union working languages. Knowledge of one or several other working language(s) would be an added advantage particularly FRENCH.
Age Requirement
Candidates should preferably between 25 and 35 years old.
Tenure of Appointment
The initial appointment will be for 11 months including a 3 months probationary period. Contract extension will be subject to performance and availability of funding.
Gender Mainstreaming
The AU Commission is an equal opportunity employer and qualified women are strongly encouraged to apply.
Remuneration
The salary attached to the position is an monthly lump-sum of US$ 1694.81 inclusive of all allowances for locally recruited staff.
Applications must be made through the AUC E-recruitment Website
http://www.aucareers.org not later than 15th March 2013
Directorate of Administration and Human Resource Management
African Union Commission
Addis Ababa (Ethiopia)
http://www.aucareers.org not later than 15th March 2013
Directorate of Administration and Human Resource Management
African Union Commission
Addis Ababa (Ethiopia)
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