Job Title : GRANTS ACCOUNTANT – 1 POSITION
Mercy Corps Uganda – Kampala, Central Region, Uganda
Job Description
GRANTS ACCOUNTANT – 1 POSITION ( KAMPALA)
Working in the Finance Department under the direction of the Director of Finance and Administration, the Grant Accountant is responsible for monitoring sub grants and sub grantees to ensure compliance with the terms and conditions of the sub grant agreement. The Grant Accountant is also responsible for tracking sub grants and sub grantee requirements and for maintaining all sub grant financial files
All Applicants must possess;
A BA/S or equivalent in accounting or finance is required.
Four years experience in grants management as well as an understanding of donor regulations is required.
Three years international NGO/PVO experience is preferred.
Demonstrated experience and skill with budget preparation and analysis, financial reporting preparation and presentation and the proven ability to translate technical financial data into informative reports.
Strong accounting skills and experience, including management of the general ledger, journal entries, payroll, payables and balance sheet.
Advanced computer skills in MS Office programs, particularly Excel
Prior management experience and strong organizational skills
Excellent oral and written English skills
How to Apply
Submit your application including a cover letter clearly stating your salary requirements, CV (with 3 referees), and copies of academic qualifications/certificates to the HR/Admin Manager, Kampala Head Office in Muyenga Tank Hill Road, opposite Hotel International. E-mailed applications with cover letter to mcuganda@ug.mercycorps.org will also be accepted. Deadline for Submission: Close of business on Friday 6th January 2012. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted by Mercy Corps
