Accountant At DAI Global

Project Background:

The USAID/Liberia Civil Society Activity (CSA) aims to strengthen Liberian Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) to more effectively engage their constituents (citizens), contribute to decision-making processes, and oversee government actions. The purpose of this activity is to strengthen Liberians’ ability to advocate for policy reforms, policy implementation, and service delivery through multi-stakeholder coalitions that build feedback loops among government, CSOs, and citizens.

Position Description:

The Accountant will be responsible for sound project financial management and reporting.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for providing the project leadership and USAID with the appropriate financial and operating information as necessary.
• Work closely with other department groups on resolving issues involving accounting systems and financial planning.
• Implement and enforce all policies and procedures related to financial matters.
• Establish and maintain adequate system controls to protect against financial misstatement, in accordance with applicable government accounting and administrative regulations.
• Coordinate annual and other financial audits—including preparation of supporting schedules and information—respond to auditor questions, and consolidate report formats.
• Liaise with accounting/financial staff, field and home office management.
• Provide information and reports on project spending (including grants) as needed.
• Maintain financial files in-line with USAID regulations and DAI policies and procedures.
• Prepare regular reports for appropriate management as necessary or requested.

Reports to: Senior Finance Manager

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s level degree in finance, business administration, public administration, economics, or other relevant field is required.
• At least seven (7) years of working experience in finance/accounting. Experience in addressing financial aspects of international development projects, including USAID and demonstrating an understanding of applicable finance-related USG contracting regulations is preferred.
• Strong financial skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English; and
• Previous work experience in Liberia/West Africa preferred.