Overview
The Program Accountant will support the Operations and Finance Coordinator in ensuring Oxfam policy and procedures are implemented and minimum financial standards are achieved across the SAF Cluster. The role involves transaction management, processing, and programme support.
Key Responsibilities
- Administer People Soft System and maintain data integrity.
- Maintain proper filling system of electronic files and paper files.
- Input transactions and maintain and reconcile the General Ledger.
- Review field office/s transactions and ensure all expenditures are in line with budgets and Donor contracts.
- Supervise Banking and liaison person with the Bank.
- Review and ensure remittance of statutory obligations i.e. Annual returns.
- Support Program Managers in preparing financial reports including some Donor Reports for review by Funding Coordinator and sign off by OFC.
- Develop budget monitoring capacity amongst them, communicate & offer advice as required.
- Be part of the Programme Leadership Team and work with the Business Development Coordinator and Programme managers in order to develop and maintain an effective budget monitoring and reporting system.
Required Experience
- At least 5 years accounting experience.
- Previous experience with an NGO, as well as with institutional donors, such as, EC, DFID and UN organizations is of distinct advantage.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree combined with full professional qualification (ACCA, CIMA) or alternative a Masters degree in Finance, Accountancy or equivalent qualification.
