Project Accountant

INTRODUCTION

ACDI/VOCA is a non-profit international development organization that delivers technical and management assistance in agribusiness, financial services, enterprise development, community development and food security in order to promote broad-based economic growth and vibrant civil society. Based in Washington, D.C., ACDI/VOCA has empowered people in developing and transitional nations to succeed in the global economy for 49 years and in 145 countries. In Vietnam, with funding from USAID, ACDI/VOCA is implementing the Sustainable Cocoa Farmers project. To date, ACDI/VOCA has introduced cocoa best agricultural practices to over 22,000 smallholder farmers in 6 provinces in the South and Central Highlands of Vietnam. We are seeking an experienced national to work as the Project Accountant for the ACDI/VOCA Vietnam Office. The estimated start date for this position is Apr, 2013 to work through Mar, 2014 with a possibility of extension based on the availability of funding.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

- Maintain accounting systems and procedures in accordance with the program requirements.  
- Account for day-to-day Program operating expenditures of all project funds (USDA, USAID, etc.). 
- Reconcile accounts with bank statements.
- Responsible for the preparation and consolidation of Monthly Financial Report for all Projects and report to Finance and Office Manager
- Perform banking duties including: correspondences with the bank, deposits, transfers arrangement, cashing cheques, payroll transferred, etc.
- Maintain appropriate inventory records of all equipment/machinery.
- Maintain all payment vouchers, accounting logbooks and supporting documents.
- Collaborate with FOSCO and insurance company on preparing payment of personal income tax, social security, health insurance and other insurance for all project staff.

DUTY STATION:  Ho Chi Minh city

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENT:  

- University graduate in finance, accounting or related fields.
- At least 3 years of experience in finance or accounting
- Working knowledge of accounting software (Quick book), good computer skills (Excel, Words.).
- Good understanding of financial and accounting policies, standards and associated regulatory issues.
- Work experience with development projects and/or INGOs would be an advantage.
- Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Good command of English is an advantage.
- Honest, accurate and well-organized.
- Demonstrated capacity and willingness to learn.

How to apply
Application in English must include a curriculum vitae, cover letter, and full contact details. Please note that only short-listed applicants will be contacted for this position and that applications will be reviewed on a regular basis. Given the necessity to fill this position as soon as possible, they may offer this post before the closing date. Interested applicants please send your application by COB Apr 5th, 2013 to:

ACDI/VOCA Vietnam
Unit D.2, Ground Floor, 40 Ba Huyen Thanh Quan St., Dist. 3, Ho Chi Minh City.
Tel: (84 8) 3930 5689 - Fax: (84 8) 3930 2783 - Email: [email protected]
Website: www.acdivoca.org; www.thesuccessalliance.org