Accountant

DAI is seeking highly qualified candidates for the following position:

Accountant

Project: Small and Medium Enterprise Assistance for Recovery and Transition (SMART)

Expected Start and End Date: March 2024 – End of Project

Level of Effort: Full-time

Location: Ramallah, Palestine

Background

The purpose of Small and Medium Enterprise Assistance for Recovery and Transition (SMART) Activity (SMART Project) is to rapidly recover the Palestinian small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and put them on a path to revitalization following the unprecedented COVID-19 crisis. SMART helps SMEs regain productivity, grow and expand. It promotes economic growth and self-reliance in the West Bank and Gaza.

Purpose

The Accountant will support all financial transactions related to the SMART Project. She/ he will participate in ensuring that the outlined financial policies and procedures are implemented and followed in the assigned area. The Accountant is responsible for providing complete and accurate field reports to the Home Office for all field office financial activities. She/ he will provide support in other finance areas as necessary and maintain a positive working relationship with the DAI Home Office staff.

Responsibilities

General

• Understand the chart of accounts and ensure that field costs are coded correctly.
• Prepare and track accounting transactions/ payments.
• Classify, maintain, and record the accounting transactions into the accounting system.
• Review payment requests and bills and ensure proper supporting documents.
• Follow up with the suppliers to collect the required documents.
• Follow up with the banks, Ministry of Finance, and other Statutory organizations.
• Provide accounting and payroll support to program staff.
• Maintain payroll records and assist with bank reconciliations, financial reporting or other related financial duties.
• Prepare VAT reports for submission to USAID; work with the Finance Manager on VAT exemptions where necessary.
• Scan all the payments and vouchers and upload them on the BOX.
• File all finance office documents.

Cash Management

• Assist the Finance Manager in the cash transactions and wire transfer payments.

• Record the financial transactions in the Field Accounting System.

• Ensure the security of all project funds.
• Ensure that project vendors are paid in time.
• While processing daily transactions, the Accountant should: (a) Complete Advance Receipt in the Receipt Book with all necessary information, (b) Ensure those proper approval signatures are obtained and that both parties (Payer and Receiver) verify the cash amount of the transaction, (c) Enter all transactions into the accounting system, identify the proper account codes for each transaction and check entries for accuracy, and (d) Review petty cash payment and reconcile it on a weekly basis.

Travel

• Work with the Finance Manager to approve travel advance amount based on travel advance policy.
• Calculate and distribute travel advance.
• Within three days of return of a traveler from the business trip, audit the Travel Voucher according to the travel voucher policy.

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Technical Expertise and Qualifications

• At least two years of experience in accounting and finance.
• Prior work experience with USAID funded projects and good knowledge of USAID regulations and procedures is a plus.
• Prior experience in payroll, petty cash, bank reconciliations and/ or financial reporting.
• Native in Arabic and proficient in English.

Reporting

The Accountant will report to the Finance Manager.

To Apply:  If you would like to be part of a dynamic project team and are interested in submitting your CV for consideration, please apply through the following link:

(SMART) Small and Medium Enterprise Assistance for Recovery and Transition (formsite.com)

Individual position postings including job description and qualifications sought can be viewed at the link provided. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for additional information.

All applications must be received no later than Monday, February 19, 2024.

About DAI: DAI is a global development company with corporate offices in the United States, the United Kingdom, EU, Nigeria, Pakistan, and Palestine and project operations worldwide. We tackle fundamental social and economic development problems caused by inefficient markets, ineffective governance, and instability. DAI works on the frontlines of global development. We are committed to shaping a more livable world.

DAI is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with a commitment to diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.