Chemonics International need Accountant Jobs 2023

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Applications are being accepted for appropriate individuals in Chemonics International to fill a vacant post listed in the daily  Classified Source newspaper dated 20 November, 2023.

Chemonics International

Vacant Positions: Accountant

• ACCOUNTANT

The Chemonics International Islamabad is now seeking for a Accountant.

JOB Description: Accountant

• Objective 1: De-Risking and Catalyzing Investments in Clean Energy. Under Objective 1, PCFA will support the capacity and linkages for multilateral climate finance proposals for multilateral climate funds (Green Climate Fund, Green Environment Fund, Adaptation Fund). PCFA will build the capacity of relevant ministries in Pakistan for targeted proposal development support, support eligible local entities to become GCF Direct Access Entities (DAEs), and provide a platform for donor coordination. PCFA will also support the private sector, with the goal of building a pipeline of bankable and investable clean energy projects and firms, and linking those projects and firms withclimate financing.
• Objective 2: Catalyzing Investment in Resilience and Adaptation. Objective 2 aims to unlock and catalyze public and private finance to strengthen the climate resilience of Pakistan’s energy sector, catalyze investment into other sectors for developing climate-resilient infrastructure, and support the country’s National Adaptation Plan. PCFA will focus on improving the enabling conditions for investment, including shifting market incentives towards climate-smart investments, and increasing public funding allocated to achieving adaptation goals. PCFA will also seek to build capacity of relevant public and private institutions to adapt to climate change through awareness raising.

Chemonics seeks a senior international development professional to serve as Accountant of this activity.

   II.         Principal Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Manage the accounting cycle, including the processing of accounting transactions in accordance to the general principles of accounting and Chemonics policies and procedures and preparing appropriate documentation of journal entries, payment requests, and general ledger reconciliations.
• Ensure that incurred costs are allowable, allocable, and reasonable in accordance with USAID cost principles and Chemonics policies and procedures.
• Review and approve accounting and supporting documents and transactions to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with Chemonics policies and procedures and USAID regulations.
• Prepare and/or review ad hoc analysis and reporting as needed.
• Monitor preparation and perform analysis of financial reports relative to budget and monthly forecasting.
• Oversee monthly wire transfer requests for submission to the PMU and manage local bank account to ensure sufficient availability of funds for project needs.
• Review the internal financial control systems to ensure that appropriate mechanisms, procedures, and systems are in place.
• Ensure proper safeguards of funds and compliance with established USAID and Chemonics financial and accounting procedures.
• Liaise directly with the Chemonics headquarters Field Accounting Support Team (FAST) on ABACUS system set up and any ongoing issues or reporting.
• Prepare and process timely financial reporting using ABACUS system, including monthly accrual/projection spreadsheets, and ensure timely submission for review.
• Support the Grants and Subcontracts Specialist on strengthening sub-awardees financial capacity to ensure they follow USAID regulations, including review of financial statements, policies/procedures, and grantee pre-award risk assessment.
• Assist with budgetary and financial aspects of grant proposals and planning for implementation/procurement and cash disbursement needs for grants implementation.
• Assist the Operations Specialist in all aspects of project accounting and financial management, particularly strict adherence to Chemonics policies and procedures, USAID rules and regulations, and Pakistani law.
• Prepare submission of all tax withholdings (payroll income tax, deduction at source) to relevant parties.
• Assist the Operations Specialist in ensuring all Pakistan-specific accounting and tax requirements are met, prepare GST exemption packages in accordance with USAID guidelines.
• Prepare payroll and ensure allocation of payroll costs to appropriate general ledger accounts.
• Work closely with internal and external auditors during field program audits.
• Support the Operations Specialist, PCFA Team Leader and PMU as a liaison to other administrative and technical components to manage project financial budgeting and expenditure progress.
• Perform other duties as required or assigned.

How to Apply?

Before the Closing Date: 10 December, 2023, interested candidates should email their CVs (necessary documents as per the attached adverts). The job title must be clearly stated in the subject line of the application for the employment. Equal Opportunity is provided by Chemonics International to all equally eligible candidates.

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