Degree or HND in accounting is required.
Two or more years of general ledger accounting experience is required.
Two years’ experience in the Finance Department of an international NGO is preferred.
Demonstrated competency with computerized general ledger software.
Advanced computer skills in MS Office programs, particularly Excel.
Prior management experience and strong organizational skills.
Excellent oral and written English skills.

Program Management

Daily management of the assistant finance officer.
Oversee daily cash count with the assistant finance officer.
Ensure timely remittance of host country taxes and support in responding to any statutory audits.
Manage the month end accounting close process, ensuring the accuracy and completeness of the ledger, sub journals and all supporting documentation in all country offices.
Primary responsibility for maintaining the general ledger software files, including set up and maintenance of new project accounts, regular back up of files, etc.

Team Management

Create and sustain a work environment of mutual respect where team members strive to achieve excellence.
Promote accountability, communicate expectations and provide constructive feedback via regular performance reviews.
Supervise, hire and orient new team members as necessary.

Security

Ensure compliance with security procedures and policies as determined by country
Proactively ensure that team members operate in a secure environment and are aware of policies.

Organizational Learning

As part of our commitment to organizational learning and in support of our understanding that learning organizations are more effective, efficient and relevant to the communities they serve, we expect all team members to commit 5% of their time to learning activities that benefit Mercy Corps as well as themselves.

Accountability to Beneficiaries

Mercy Corps team members are expected to support all efforts toward accountability, specifically
to our beneficiaries and to international standards guiding international relief and development work, while actively engaging beneficiary communities as equal partners in the design, monitoring and evaluation of our field projects.
Team members are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner and respect local laws, customs and MC's policies, procedures, and values at all times and in all in-country venues.

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