Accountant

Job Function
Accurately record and code all transactions in journal Ensure that transaction reports or vouchers are filled out for all cash transactions Compute exchange rate and list all transactions in both local currency and USD. Make copies of all transaction reports for records Ensure that ledgers kept in country match those in WDC on a regular basis. Ensure that there is sufficient cash in country and on hand to effect transactions Request cash on a monthly basis from WDC Regularly compare budgeted vs. actual expenditures Provide Project Manager with any reports including budget status reports Ensure that Purchase Orders that are to be paid for by WDC are sent in a timely manner to WDC. Ensure that authorized Purchase Orders are signed and matched with Receiving Reports and Invoices before payment. Ensure that approved invoices are paid in a timely manner. Reconcile the bank account(s) with cash on hand on a monthly basis Confirm country per diem rates on a monthly basis and pay per diem to authorized expatriates as required. Ensure that expat time sheets and expense reports are filled out, signed and mailed to WDC at end of month. Ensure that local national employees’ payroll records are accurate, are in the format necessary for WDC, and are sent in on a monthly basis to WDC. Ensure that any Value Added Tax (VAT), if it applies, is not paid for or is reimbursed if paid. Meet with various government dignitaries to learn the appropriate steps necessary to ensure non-payment of VAT. Meet with bank officials as necessary to ensure smooth banking transactions. Ensure that there are enough checks on hand and that new ones are ordered well in advance from the local bank. Review and present PAE invoices to USG Contract Representative for payment.

Job Requirement
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Business Administration; Six to Eight years of experience in an Accounting Department with supervisory responsibility for accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing and payroll; Five years of government and program accounting experience; Two years of complete financial statement preparation and balance sheet account analysis; Demonstrated experience and proficiency in applying accounting principles and theories and concepts.

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