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 organisation 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 Summary

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

Qualification Required & 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

Location: Tamale

How To Apply For The Job

To be considered for this recruitment, please submit a resume/CV to:

hr@acdivocaghana.org

Closing Date: 27 April, 2015

•   No phone calls please. Only finalists will be contacted
•   Women and minorities encouraged to apply