Topic: TSHIP EMPLOYING

The Targeted State High Impact Project (TSHIP) is a five-year program focused on the improvement of health systems and the management of health systems for higher quality Maternal, Neonatal and Child Health, Family Planning, and Reproductive Health service delivery in Nigeria. TSHIP is funded by the United States
Agency for International Development (USAID) and implemented by JSI Research and Training Institute, Inc. (JSI)
TSHIP is looking for two full-time employees to fill the position below. One employee will be based in Bauchi and the other in Sokoto.

ACCOUNTANT

The Accountant will assist the Assistant Finance Specialist set up and maintain the JSI financial accounts and administrative systems. She/he will be responsible for the accounting system, budget tracking and expenditure projections, expense monitoring and financial reporting for the project. She/he will report to the Assistant Finance Specialist.

The Accountant responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
Processing accounts payable and accounts receivable in a timely manner
Prepare and closing of monthly field accounts for submission to the Home Office;
Assisting in the processing of payment to vendors for goods and services
Monitoring and preparing tax payments on behalf of projects staff;
Calculating and tracking staff sick and vacation time;
Monitoring and analyzing employee advance accounts
Maintenance and disbursement of pretty cash; and
Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications
Candidate must possess a University degree in a relevant field, such as accounting, finance or business management
Three to five years of experience working as an accountant, preferably with international projects;
Experience working with accounting software
Excellent computer skills, including a working knowledge of Microsoft office applications
Solid judgment, critical thinking, ability to solve problems and multitask
English language proficiency
Experience in the respective region (Bauchi or Sokoto); and
Strong communication and interpersonal skills and ability to work as part of a team.

To Apply

To apply for this position, please send your resume and letter of interest via email to [email protected]. Please include the job title in the subject. All application must submitted by November 13th, 2009.

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