Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

About CNFA:

CNFA is a not-for-profit international agricultural development organization headquartered in Washington, D.C. and dedicated to empowering farmers and rural entrepreneurs to improve their livelihoods and increase their incomes. CNFA assists smallholders to increase household-level food security and nutrition through improved agricultural practices, introduction of new varieties, diversification of crop production, food preservation and storage, development of farmer-based organizations, and strengthened linkages to markets. CNFA has a track record of implementing successful agricultural development programs in 47 countries.

Project Description:

CNFA is seeking applications from qualified candidates for an Accountant position for the Quality Technologies Revitalizing Agriculture (Q’tra) Activity. The purpose of this activity will be to work with farmers in the West Bank and Gaza (WBG) to improve climate-resilient conservation and management of freshwater resources and associated ecosystems by increasing the availability, quality, and environmental resilience of drinking water supply sources. The duration of this Activity will be four years.

Position Description:

S/he will report to the Gaza-Program Manager and will provide financial oversight and ensure compliance with all USAID and CNFA regulations, policies, and procedures. S/he will prepare monthly payroll and ensure payroll taxes are paid; perform day-to-day project accounting duties, bank reconciliations, and tax filings for West Bank. S/he will also prepare and present financial reports, analysis, and recommendations concerning relevant financial issues.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintaining the Accounts Payable Ledger and Check Register and all related accounts with proper documentation and records of all transactions; review of entries to the general ledger to assure accuracy and compliance with the company’s and established accounting principles.
• Assist with the preparation of monthly VAT and donor reports, as well as any other requested reports.
• Ensure proper archiving and maintenance of financial transaction records and master files for review.
• Calculate employees’ fringe benefits, severance pay, and ensure they are accurately reflected in the payroll.
• Collaborating with the external auditors to prepare the audit sample and provide requested information.
• Prepare mandatory reports as required and respond to inquiries as necessary.
• Process monthly staff payroll, tax calculations and remittances.
• Maintain tax accounting and ensure due reporting to tax authorities.
• Supervise monthly bank reconciliations for all accounts; verify accuracy of bank statements and maintain integrity of cash balances and cash flow systems.
• Preparation of payment vouchers for signature and bank transfers, review of payment requests for format and accuracy.
• Manage all personnel issues, including timesheets, leave reports and local benefits, and ensure their confidentiality, maintain file of personnel records.
• Keep log of vehicle request forms, alongside with driver schedule and manage usage of office vehicle, request and maintain fuel inventory.
• Manage daily petty cash payments and cash reconciliation, including verifying support documentation; prepare petty cash replenishment/request documents.
• Process local travel expenses/reimbursements.
• Verify accuracy of expenses and expense reporting from sub-contractors.
• Verify vendor invoices for accuracy and run checks twice a week.
• Other duties related to position and assigned by supervisor.

Job Requirements

• Minimum Bachelors’ degree required in accounting or a relevant field.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in accounting with at least 3 years within the International Non-Governmental Organizations (NGO) sector.
• Proficiency in Excel and other relevant accounting software.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Experience working on USAID or other donor-funded programs a plus.
• Strong attention to details and high degree of integrity, accountability, and flexibility.
• Fluency in English and Arabic is required.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status. CNFA takes affirmative action in support of its policy to advance in employment individuals who are minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.

Only those candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.

CNFA IS PROUD TO BE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER It is the policy of CNFA to provide equal employment opportunity to all persons, regardless of age, race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, political affiliation, marital status, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, membership or non-membership in an employee organization, veteran status, or on the basis of personal favoritism or other non-merit factors, except where otherwise provided by law.

REASONABLE ACCOMODATION & CONTACT INFORMATION CNFA provides a reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please contact the CNFA Home Office Human Resources Department via email at accomodation@cnfa.org or via phone at 202-296-3920 if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job with us.

Applications will be received until this position is filled

About the Organization

About CNFA:

CNFA is a not-for-profit organization based in Washington, D.C., dedicated to stimulating economic growth in the agricultural sector by nurturing entrepreneurship, private enterprise and market linkages. CNFA specializes in fostering private sector investments in training, new technologies and marketing as a means to increase the overall competitiveness of agricultural value chains, to expand exports, and to develop skills in the rural workforce. CNFA assists smallholders in increasing household-level food security and nutrition through improved agricultural practices, introduction of new varieties, diversification of crop production, food preservation and storage, development of farmer-based organizations (FBOs) and strengthened linkages to markets.