eHealth Africa (eHA) designs and implements data-driven
solutions and technologies to improve health systems for and with local
communities. eHA’s technology works in
low connectivity settings, and smartly uses data to drive decision-making by
local governments and partner agencies to get
optimum results.
Job Position: Staff
Accountant
Department: Finance
Location: Kano
Job Summary
Staff Accountant performs daily accounting, finance, and
treasury activities as well as additional analysis responsibilities that may
include support of the management team in a variety of operational decisions
that have a financial impact. S/he engages in financial analysis in such areas
as forecasting, budgeting, engaging in cost reduction analysis, and reviewing
operational performance.
Essential Duties
and Responsibilities
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able
to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
Other duties may be assigned.
Enters and maintains the organization’s on-site daily
accounting records. Manages any outsourced finance and accounting functions.
Engages in benchmarking with other in-country F&A teams
to establish areas of potential financial and/or operational improvements.
Interprets the company's financial results to management and recommend
improvement activities. Provides supervision in the preparation of country
budget in accordance with grants and contracts.
Carefully track all fixed and variable expenses. Differentiate
between funded and unfunded expenses to ensure proper calculation of eHA’s
indirect cost rate.
Ensures proposed expenditures are within budget and the
appropriate documentation trail is in place. Ensures appropriate approvals are
in place prior to spending, If expenditures are out of the approved annual
budgets.
Maintains a documented system of accounting policies and
procedures in conjunction with country offices and assures documentation is
always up to date.
Engages in ongoing cost reduction analyses in all areas of
the organization.
Assists in providing reports to Management on expense
variances from approved budgets.
Provides supervision in the preparation of country budget in
accordance with grants and contracts.
Carefully track all fixed and variable expenses.
Differentiate between funded and unfunded expenses to ensure proper calculation
of eHA’s indirect cost rate.
Performs any other duties assigned by Management.
Qualifications: The
requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or
ability required to successfully perform this job.
Education/Experience
Bachelor’s degree from college or university in Finance and
Accounting or any other related field.
Minimum of Three (3) years professional accounting/finance
experience preferably with a non-profit, non-governmental organization (NGO),
or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
A proven track record of achievement in the areas of finance
and accounting as well as a master of spreadsheets.
Must understand accounts payable, receivables and be able to
work effectively and efficiently in the organization's accounting system.
Good knowledge of financial management and accounting and
budget holding principles.
Excellent communication skills and an ability to work
independently and comfortable coordinating multi-country staff.
Must have the ability to manage conflicts and resolve
problems effectively.
Good learning ability.
Action oriented and resilient in a fast-paced environment.
Certifications and
Licenses
ACCA, Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or equivalent is
desired.
Computer Skills
Advanced computer skills, including Microsoft Windows and
Microsoft Office Suite.
Proficiency working within specialized software utilized in
program.
English is the spoken and written language. Fluency in Hausa
is desirable.
Ability to read, analyse, proof and edit documents, and
interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, or government
regulations.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to
questions from groups of managers, employees and the general public.
Why work for us?
Life at eHealth Africa means not only working towards saving
thousands of lives, but also collaborating with dedicated professionals with a
passion for innovative technology. We offer a series of programs that enables
them to pursue a career that fulfills their potential. Our team members’ health
and well-being is our priority as well as rewarding them for their hard work.
Method of
Application
Interested persons should click here to apply
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