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Company:	Chai Media
Location:	Remote, Armenia
Duration:	The duration of the assignment will be October 1st, 2024 – December 31st, 2024, with the possibility of renewal based on performance and organizational needs.
Deadline:	22 September 2024

Job Opportunity
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JOB DESCRIPTION:

An online media platform Chai Media is looking for an Accountant (working remotely) who will be responsible for managing the financial records, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, preparing financial reports, and providing financial advice to support the organization's mission and objectives. Chai Media is an Armenian legal representative for Chai Khana - an online media platform that covers the countries of the South Caucasus through human-driven stories through supporting local journalists, documentary filmmakers and photographers.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

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Financial Management:
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records, including accounts payable and receivable and payroll;
- Ensure proper recording of all financial transactions in accordance with relevant accounting standards and organizational policies;
- Serve as the contact person for the bank regarding transaction issues, currency exchange, and bank statements;
- Provide bank statements and bank transaction documents when necessary.

Financial Reporting:
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements;
- Ensure timely submission of financial reports to management, donors, and relevant stakeholders.

Budgeting and Forecasting:
- Assist in the preparation of the annual budget and periodic budget revisions;
- Monitor budget implementation and variance analysis to provide insights into financial performance.

Compliance and Audit:
- Ensure compliance with statutory requirements, including tax filings and regulatory reporting;
- Support external audits by preparing necessary documents, and schedules, and responding to auditor queries (if necessary).

Internal Controls:
- Develop and maintain internal financial controls to safeguard the organization's assets and ensure accuracy in financial reporting;
- Conduct periodic reviews of internal controls and recommend improvements where necessary.

Financial Advice:
- Provide financial analysis and advice to support strategic decision-making by the management and board of directors;
- Assist in developing financial policies and procedures to enhance operational efficiency.

Deliverables
- Monthly financial reports (balance sheets, income statements, cash flow statements);
- Project-based reports (expenses, tax payments and currency exchanges) according to the financial documents already available;
- Annual financial statements prepared in accordance with relevant accounting standards;
- Recommendations for strengthening internal controls and financial policies;
- Feedback and explanations on the Armenian taxing system and tax legislation on each transaction as instructed by the director, or a supervisor.

The accountant will report on a weekly basis to the Executive Director and a Project Manager and provide regular updates on financial status, key issues, and recommendations.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

- A degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; a professional accounting certification (e.g., CPA, ACCA) is preferred;
- Good knowledge of English;
- Excellent knowledge of Armenian tax legislation;
- At least 3 years of experience in accounting, preferably in the non-profit sector;
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial management, and relevant regulations;
- Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel);
- High level of integrity, attention to detail, and ability to work independently.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES:

Interested candidates should submit their CVs and a reference from at least one employer to: ****@*********.***** by September 22nd, 20:00 PM (Yerevan Time).
Please indicate "Accountant" in the email subject line. Candidates will be evaluated based on their qualifications, relevant experience, and understanding of non-profit financial management. Remuneration for the work will be based on the candidate's experience and qualifications. Selected candidates will be asked to attend an interview and deliver a short assignment.

Please clearly mention in your application letter that you learned of this announcement through Career Center and mention the URL of its website - www.careercenter.am. Thanks.

ADDITIONAL NOTES:

The accountant shall maintain the confidentiality of all financial and organizational information obtained during their assignment.

ABOUT COMPANY:

"ChaiMedia" is a non governmental organization. The principles of the organization's activities are legality, non-discrimination, good faith, common interests of members, voluntary membership, self-governance and accountability, freedom of speech, human rights, democracy and transparency. The objects and goals of the organization's are
- expand the freedom of expression and speech in the media sector,
- strengthen civic engagement and independent journalism,
- promoting and spreading the universal values of human rights and democracy in the field of journalism,
- public awareness in social media.

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