Accountant

Accountant - NGO Sector

Our esteemed client, a non-profit organization dedicated to enhancing education systems across developing nations, is seeking a skilled Accountant to join their team. This role is crucial for ensuring all bookkeeping activities adhere to both local and international organizational standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain precise and timely records of all financial transactions.
• Scrutinize payment requests to verify compliance and accuracy.
• Conduct thorough reviews of payroll and statutory deductions.
• Manage ledgers, journals, and other essential accounting documentation.
• Contribute actively to financial planning processes.
• Track actual expenditures against allocated budgets and report any discrepancies.
• Provide budget monitoring support to Project Coordinators for their respective programs.
• Ensure expenses are reviewed, corrected as needed, and accurately coded to the appropriate donor, project, or account.
• Uphold compliance with donor regulations and audit requirements.
• Ensure the timely submission of all tax filings, withholding, and other statutory returns.
• Generate financial reports and assist with data analysis, including SQL.
• Oversee fund transfers and requests from the head office.
• Perform VAT and vendor reconciliations.
• Prepare comprehensive financial reports for donors.
• Adhere to all internal financial policies and procedures.
• Assist in onboarding new staff regarding financial procedures and donor guidelines.
• Promptly report any suspected financial irregularities or risks to management.
• Contribute to enhancing financial systems and internal controls.

Qualifications and Experience

• A bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance is mandatory.
• A master's degree in Finance, Business Management, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience, is preferred.
• Minimum of 4 years of proven accounting experience within an NGO environment.
• A strong grasp of accounting principles, including IFRS, is essential.
• Proficiency in accounting software, such as Navision, is required.
• Demonstrated advanced skills in MS Excel, including VLOOKUP and pivot tables.
• Exceptional attention to detail and robust problem-solving capabilities.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Fluency in English and at least one local Malawian language.
• Prior experience working with non-profit organizations is expected.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to apply via our job portal by 29th May 2026. We will contact only those candidates selected for an interview.

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