Senior Accountant (National Position)

JOB TITLE: Senior Accountant

DEPARTMENT: Accounting Department

PROJECT: Strengthening resilience in dealing with crises and conflicts in Ninewa (SRN)

COUNTRY: Iraq

REGION: Tal Afar

DUTY STATION: Erbil

PUBLICATION DATE: 08.02.2024

CLOSING DATE: 29/02/2024

STARTING DATE: Asap

PERIOD: Asap until 31.12.2024 renewable based on availability of funds

REPORTING TO: Finance Manager

LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY: Fluent in English ( C1 )

MAIN OBJECTIVE

Handle full spectrum of financial and cost accounting role and ensure timely closing and monitoring of Trial balance*.*

Main RESPONSABILITIES

1- Maintaining accurate and updated records of all financial and accounting transactions.

2- Manage and oversee the entire accounting team

3- Conduct all necessary trainings to keep the team’s skills and knowledge up to date (Monitor and mentor/train junior staff, clerks, and bookkeepers)

4- Ensure that all necessary documents are requested, collected, and compiled

5- Develop accounting procedures specific to AVSI organization

6- Oversee the processing of payroll taxes, and other Taxes

7- Monthly closure of all financial and accounting transactions and providing all data requested for the financial reporting

8- Maintain compliance with all governmental regulations at all times

9- Prepare for and collaborate with internal and external auditors to ensure successful audit and appropriate closure

10- Coordinate with the heads of other departments to ensure smooth operation.

11- Perform any other duties within your area of competence, as requested by your supervisor.

STUDIES REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum a BA (or equivalent) in accounting
• MA in accounting preferred

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Previous experience in accounting at a Mid-Senior Level
• Previous experience of team management and supervision
• Accounting, Analyzing Information, Attention to Detail, Deadline-Oriented, Confidentiality, Diligence, Financial Software.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Good communication skills
• Capable of working under pressure in a multitasking position.
• Microsoft office Skills, Research Skills, General Math Skills.