VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
Accountant – Democracy & Electoral Governance Project
Location: Maseru, Lesotho
Contract Type: Full-time, Project-Based Contract (12 Months, with possibility of renewal)
Application Deadline: Sunday, 7 June 2026
About the Project
MISA Lesotho is implementing a governance and media development project focused on strengthening ethical election reporting, civic participation, media accountability, and democratic engagement in Lesotho.
To support effective implementation and financial accountability of the project, MISA Lesotho invites applications from qualified, organised, and detail-oriented individuals for the position of Accountant.
Role Overview
The Accountant will support the financial management, reporting, compliance, and accountability requirements of the project. The successful candidate will work closely with the project team to ensure accurate financial record keeping, budget tracking, transaction processing, and donor compliance.
Key Responsibilities
The Accountant will be responsible for:
- Managing day-to-day project financial transactions and documentation.
- Maintaining accurate accounting records and reconciliations.
- Supporting budget monitoring and expenditure tracking.
- Preparing financial reports and supporting audits.
- Managing petty cash and payment processing.
- Supporting donor compliance and financial reporting requirements.
- Ensuring compliance with MISA Lesotho financial procedures.
- Assisting with procurement and administrative processes related to project implementation.
- Supporting the Head of Administration with finance and operational tasks where required.
- Maintaining organised financial and administrative filing systems, both physical and digital.
- Assisting with logistical and operational preparations for project activities, trainings, and meetings where necessary.
- Performing other finance and administration-related duties reasonably assigned within the scope of the position.
Qualifications & Experience
Applicants should possess:
- Diploma or Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
- Minimum of 2 years relevant accounting or finance experience.
- Experience working on donor-funded projects will be an added advantage.
- Strong knowledge of bookkeeping and financial management principles.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and digital financial systems.
- Strong organisational and time-management skills.
- High levels of integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a small team environment.
Application Process
Interested applicants must complete the official online application form using the link below: https://docs.google.com/forms
Applicants will be required to upload:
- CV
- Certified qualifications
- Certified ID/Passport
- Short motivation statement
Disclaimer
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.