ACCOUNTANT – AGRA PHUKA INCUBATION PROJECT
ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY
Our Client, Standard Bank, in partnership with Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa (AGRA), is seeking to recruit a high-caliber Accountant to support the delivery of the AGRA Phuka Incubation Project.
This is a mission-critical role within a flagship agricultural development initiative designed to:
- Strengthen over 2,500 agri-SMEs
- Expand access to finance and markets
- Enable the creation of 20,000 sustainable jobs
The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring robust financial stewardship, donor compliance, and real-time financial insight to support programme execution and impact.
WHY THIS ROLE STANDS OUT
- Exposure to international donor-funded programme management
- Contribution to national economic transformation
- Work at the intersection of development finance and SME growth
- High stakeholder visibility
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Financial Stewardship & Reporting
- Prepare donor-compliant financial reports
- Maintain audit-ready records
- Monitor budgets and flag variances
- Perform bank reconciliations
Budgeting & Forecasting
- Support budgeting and reforecasting and ensure budget compliance in all financial transactions
- Track and analyse burn rates to inform decision-making
Transaction Processing & Controls
- Manage AP/AR processes – Process payments, reimbursements, and supplier invoices in line with financial policies
- Enforce documentation controls
- Maintain vendor records
Compliance & Audit
- Ensure compliance with AGRA, donor, and national financial regulations
- Support internal and external audits
- Maintain audit readiness
Systems & Controls
- Maintain accounting records using approved accounting software
- Strengthen internal controls
- Improve processes
Grant Oversight
- Review partner / sub-grantee financial reports for accuracy and compliance
- Conduct financial capacity assessments and training for implementing partners
- Monitor grant utilization and ensure alignment with grant agreements
- Support partner capacity building
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Degree in Accounting/Finance or related field
- ACCA/CPA preferred
- 3-5 years donor-funded/project accounting experience
- Knowledge of IFS and donor compliance requirements
- Proficiency in accounting systems (e.g. QuickBooks, SAP, Pastel, or similar)
CORE COMPETENCIES
- Analytical and detail-oriented
- Strong communication skills
- High integrity
- Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and complex stakeholder environments
- Ability to work under pressure
REPORTING STRUCTURE
Reports to: Finance Manager / Project Manager / Head Enablement
Location: Standard Bank Head Office (Field travels will be required)
SHORTLISTING CRITERIA
Only candidates with demonstrable experience in donor-funded project accounting will be shortlisted.
HOW TO APPLY
Submit application letter, CV, and names of three referees to: jobs@amgglobal.co.mw, quoting reference number: “CO 2026/04/7.”
Deadline is: Friday, 17 April 2026. Only short-listed candidates will be acknowledged.