Accountant

CBM is an international Christian disability and inclusive development organization whose primary purpose is to improve quality of life of the world’s poorest persons with disabilities and those at risk of disability, who live in the most disadvantaged societies. We are looking to recruit an Accountant for our Tanzania Seeing is Believing (SIB) Programme.

 ACCOUNTANT

This position exists to provide support to ensure efficiency in the functioning of the CBM Regional Office Accounts Department for the SiB Program and is aligned to CBM’s global Vision. 

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Support the SiB budgeting system at all stages from program design and planning through implementation and monitoring;
• Develop and administer strict guidelines for control of the program financial and material resources;
• Conduct periodic monitoring visits to country/partner offices to verify compliance with donor requirements and internal controls and procedures;
• Establish a continuous and appropriate cash flow to ensure the existence of available funds and that all payments are made in a timely manner;
• Ensure that the SiB operational and financial functions support the timely and effective implementation of the project’s technical scope of work;
• Ensure that resources are allocated and used in compliance with contractual requirements, applicable regulations, and CBM’s standards and procedures;
• Be a representative with partners and stakeholders as well as with clients and suppliers in relation to areas under his/her responsibility;
• Contribute to the training provided to implementing entities and partners in the development and management of sound financial management systems.
  
  
  Required qualifications and experience:

• Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration and Management;
• Some Professional qualifications in accounting is an advantage (CPA-K, ACCA, CIMA);
• At least two years work experience in similar field, particularly with international NGO or international development organization;
• Experience managing sub-agreements or sub-contracts in the health or humanitarian sectors is preferred;
• Computer literate and familiar with use of spreadsheets and computerized accounting packages;
• Good in written and spoken English;
• An effective team player who is also able to work independently with effective co-ordination and communication skills.

How to Apply

Application Procedures: Applicants should email their applications attaching a detailed curriculum vitae (including current and expected salary) and an application letter indicating why they are interested in and qualified for the position and the names of three referees who can provide confidential assessment of their capabilities. All communications relating to applications for this position should be addressed to:

The Human Resources Manager – email: recruit@cbmi-nbo.org. Applications must be received by 4^th April 2014. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. 

Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply for this position.