Vacancy Title: Programme Accountant
Type: FULL TIME
Industry: Nonprofit and NGO
Category: Accounting & Finance

Organization: Amref Health Africa
Deadline: Sunday, May 19, 2024
Duty Station: Kampala, East Africa

Summary
Date Posted: Thursday, May 09, 2024
Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS
ABOUT AMREF HEALTH AFRICA
Amref Health Africa, founded in 1957, is the largest African-based international health development organization, impacting over 40 million people across 35 African countries. We envision “Lasting health change in Africa” and strive to catalyze community-led and people-centered health systems.

ABOUT THE ROLE
As the Programme Accountant, you will provide crucial accounting, budgeting, and financial management support to the Learning for Life (L4L) initiative. This 4-year program, in partnership with the Mastercard Foundation, aims to address the critical shortage of health workers in Africa. Reporting to the ICD’s Senior Programme Accountant, you’ll ensure effective utilization of program funds, compliance with donor regulations, and organizational policies.

ABOUT YOU
You are meticulously organized with excellent attention to detail. A problem solver by nature, you thrive in high-pressure environments, effectively prioritizing tasks. With strong communication skills, you can convey financial matters to diverse audiences.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Budget Preparation, Monitoring, Operations, and Growth
• Programme Financial Performance Review
• Cash Balance Monitoring
• Audits

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or related field
• Full professional accounting qualification (e.g., CPA)
• Minimum 3 years of accounting experience in financial and project accounting, preferably in an NGO environment
• Experience in multi-currency transactions and grants management

Skills and Competencies

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Ability to work under pressure and prioritize workload

Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 36
Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Job Application Procedure
To apply, visit Amref Health Africa Website to create an account and submit your application. Include a cover letter explaining why you’re the ideal candidate and your CV with relevant experience. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so early submissions are encouraged. Deadline: May 19, 2024. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.