Accountant; ACDI/VOCA

Since 1963 and in 146 countries, ACDI/VOCA has empowered people in developing and transitional nations to succeed in the global economy. Based in Washington, D.C., ACDI/VOCA is a nonprofit international development organization that delivers technical and management assistance in agribusiness, financial services, enterprise development, community development and food security in order to promote broad-based economic growth and vibrant civil society. 

Overview:

The Tajikistan Market Driven Rural Development (MDRD) is a five-year, $19M project funded by the USAID. The program will increase investment in the agriculture sector, improve value chain productivity, increase access to profitable markets for agribusinesses and integrate climate smart approaches into the agriculture system.

Pursuant to its mission, ACDI/VOCA is seeking for experienced and talented professionals for the Accountant position. The position will be based in Dushanbe and is expected to maintain accounting systems, policies and procedures, financial controls, and accounting standards and records for the office. This position will coordinate with the Director of Finance and Operations to ensure that the office’s financial and administrative matters are executed efficiently and will maintain internal controls over the receipt, disbursement, and management of all financial resources.

Responsibilities:

1. Maintains the financial records of the office:

• Oversees day-to-day field office operating expenditures, financial and accounting transactions, and bank accounts.
• Ensures correct and timely payments to vendors, landlords and service providers.
• Maintains bank accounts, including reconciliation.
• Performs general banking duties including account relations with the project bank, correspondence, deposits, transfers, cashing checks and payroll transfers.
• Prepares vouchers and checks/wire transfers for payments.
• Manages the office petty cash fund, prepares vouchers, pays out petty cash, collects receipts and unused advances, and reconciles the petty cash fund daily. 
• Ensures all supporting documentation and journal entries are accurate.
• Ensures all payments are allowable, allocable and in compliance with USG, local government, donor and ACDI/VOCA regulations.
• Ensures ledgers are accurate and compliant with applicable cost principles.
• Prepares statutory monthly and annual tax return reports for local tax authorities, as applicable.
• Processes and prepares employees’ travel advances and ensures that advances are liquidated.
• Makes per diem payments to trainees, training/workshop participants and facilitators.
• Follows VAT guidelines and requirements regarding payment of VAT in country.
• Prepares regular VAT claims for submission to the donor.
• Assists in preparing statutory monthly and annual tax return reports for local tax authorities.

2. Prepares regular and ad hoc financial documents and reports:

• Assists in preparing financial budgets, tracking sheets, summaries and other financial documents.
• Prepares financial information for the Quarterly and Annual reports as required.
• Supports preparation of monthly budget for project activities.

3. Ensures the proper accounting and internal controls are maintained:

• Maintains systems and procedures to accomplish internal auditing tasks and ensure financial files are audit ready. 
• Creates and maintains an audit ready, well-organized filing system for financial reports and accounting documents.
• Maintains proper internal controls over the receipt, disbursement, and management of all financial resources.
• Ensures that all accounting documents such as check booklets, requisition, official receipts, stamps, local purchase order are secure. 
• Keeps confidential all financial and sensitive information. 
• Ensures effective filing of accounting documents to facilitate easy access and retrieval.
• Maintains accurate financial records in the manual accounting ledgers and in the electronic accounting system.
• Participates in regular Finance staff meetings and other Finance conferences, workshops and meetings as assigned.
• Travels to participate in audits and budget modifications as required.

4. Prepares monthly payroll:

• Prepares the payroll payments including calculating, withholding and recording all applicable income taxes and other social payments based on country tax rules and other A/V discretionary benefits.

5. Verifies accuracy and correctness of sub-grant invoices/requests:

• Ensures that invoiced funds are warranted, approved and comply with sub-recipient agreement terms and conditions, A/V Awards and Contracts policies and procedures and donor rules and regulations.
• Processes request based on payment schedule amount for sub-recipient against agreement terms and conditions.
• Signs request form and prepares fund transfer for approval and signature.
• Reviews all sub-recipient financial reports and sub-grant payment invoices.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting from an accredited institution. 
• Minimum five years of progressive experience in financial management with a minimum of two years in an international non-governmental organization. Experience with donor project procedures, policies and compliance requirements a plus.
• Knowledge of US accounting standards (GAAP) and donor-related policies, procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Working knowledge of USG regulations (22 CFR part 226; OMB Circular A-122 & A-33; Sub grant Management).
• Proven knowledge of applicable Tajik tax laws. Ability to interpret governmental regulations.
• Advanced working knowledge in Excel; with a proficiency in Word, Quick Books. 
• Demonstrated understanding of accounting and spreadsheet software.
• Good command in English is required.

To Apply:

Please submit a resume to MDRDTajikistan@joinav.org no later than March 15, 2024. Please include the position title in the subject line. The resume and related application documents shall be provided as a single attachment and list long-term employment history and any relevant short-term consulting work. Due to the high volume of applications, we are not able to respond to inquiries via phone. Only those candidates considered for an interview will be contacted. ACDI/VOCA is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities and people from diverse groups are encouraged to apply.