Jobs and Careers

TERM: 

Full-time

JOB DESCRIPTION: 

The Accountant is a key member of the Near East Foundation team in Armenia. He/ she will be responsible for day-to-day entries and ensuring that all ‎accounting, procurement and other cost related activities are performed in accordance with NEF policies, local regulations and the donor requirements.‎
Reports to: Finance and Grants Manager.

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Under the supervision of the Finance and Grants Manager, the Accountant has the following specific responsibilities:
- Compile entries into SAGE accounting software on a daily basis;
- ‎Verify procurement processes by reviewing invoices for accuracy and ensuring that appropriate‎ procurement authorization and supporting documentation are attached and in accordance with NEF procurement procedures;
- Work closely with the program team on Purchase Requests and Purchase Orders and follow up accordingly;
- ‎Maintain control of petty cash and ensure its sufficiency on a daily basis;
- Review all staff expense reports and advance requests to ensure compliance to NEF policies prior to payment;
- Manage accounts payable process within Sage Intacct and submit weekly (or as needed) requests for payments to HQ;
- Complete and submit monthly bank reconciliations and bank statements to the Finance and Grants Manager;
- Maintain control of petty cash and reconcile weekly;
- Complete monthly reconciliation of all other balance sheet accounts;
- Assist in the preparation of disbursement vouchers, checks and bank transfer requests and ensure all the supporting documentation is attached, and bank account information is correct and updated;
- Review expenditure reports submitted by partners and sub-grantees for accuracy and compliance to donor requirements;
- Maintain NEF fixed assets inventory;
- Support the Finance and Grants Manager to prepare the monthly payroll run ensuring all local taxes and benefits are properly applied and remitted to required authorities;
- Support the Finance and Grants Manager in local accounting (E-Invoicing, Tax Service Online, Monthly Reports, etc.);
- Support the Finance and Grants Manager in the preparation of annual audits and monthly forecasts;
- Perform other accounting related tasks as requested by the Country Director or Finance and Grants Manager.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

The successful Accountant must be a self-directed individual with the following qualifications:
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and work experience;
- 2 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably ‎with a humanitarian/ development organization;
- Competence with accounting software and procurement systems and with MS Office applications, ‎including Word and Excel;
- Fluency in English language, both written and verbal;
- ‎Strong numerical skills and attention to detail;
- Ability to read and interpret documents and communicate with others as necessary to perform job duties effectively.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Sensitivity to cultural differences and the ability to work effectively across a wide variety of cultural contexts;
- Effective team player, able to develop and maintain effective working relationships;
- Flexible, creative, and problem-solving oriented person.

POSITION CRITERIA:
- Willingness and ability to frequently travel to field sites;
- Ability to take initiative; highly self-motivated person, with a strong capacity to work within a team;
- Ability to work independently, with strong work ethics and a high level of professionalism;
- Capability of maintaining confidentiality and ensuring others do as well;
- Flexibility, enthusiasm, and willingness to learn from and support others;
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
- Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and cope with competing demands under tight deadlines;
- Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with people from different backgrounds;
- Strong commitment to humanitarian principles.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES: 

Interested candidates are welcome to apply by submitting the following documents in English language on the Near East Foundation's career page at: https://neareast.bamboohr.com/careers/243?source=aWQ9MjY%3D:
- Cover letter outlining relevant experience and availability
- Curriculum Vitae
- List of 3 (three) references (including one from current, or most recent, employer).
Please note, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. NEF will accept rolling applications until the position is filled. First review of applications will begin on Monday, 07 November 2022. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
Applicants are strongly encouraged to familiarize themselves with the Near East Foundation by visiting the NEF website at: www.neareast.org.
The Near East Foundation promotes Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants seeking employment and NEF employees.

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.