Partners In Health
Partners In Health- Lesotho is looking for competent candidates to fill in the following position (s):
Job Title: Accountant (2)
Location: Maseru Office
Reports To: Deputy Finance Director
Position Overview:
The Accountant at PIHL is responsible for the management and reporting of financial data of an organization. Their main duties include preparing financial statements, examining and analyzing organizational accounts and ensuring compliance with financial reporting and other standard accounting procedures.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records, including the general ledger and subsidiary ledgers in Serenic and all PIHL accounting systems.
Record and post in Serenic or any other accounting system, day-to-day financial transactions and ensure adherence to generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) for nonprofits and/or PIHL policies.
Prepare monthly bank reconciliations for accurate and timely reporting. Compile and submit the monthly tax claim or any other claims for which revenue which PIHL is eligible to receive.
Maintain a well-organized system for filing accounting documents to support smooth navigation and reporting.
Assist in maintaining the fixed asset register.
Manage accounts payable processes, including invoice verification, processing payments, and vendor communications.
Resolve any queries of suppliers or beneficiaries accordingly.
Initiate or approve payments to beneficiaries within the PIHL payments systems, whilst observing proper segregation of duties
Ensure that all receipts from the disposal of PIHL assets are properly collected and accounted for in Serenic.
Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for internal and external reporting purposes.
Generate financial reports and analyses to support decision-making by management and PIHL senior leadership.
Collaborate with the Financial Analyst and program managers to track actual spending against budget allocations.
Provide support in the development and monitoring of program budgets.
Ensure proper financial management and reporting for the grant that the Finance Director has allocated.
Work closely with program managers, Deputy Finance Director, or Finance Director to ensure accurate accounting for grant-funded activities.
Collaborate with the Grant management office to prepare financial reports for grants, ensuring compliance with donor requirements.
Maintain accurate fixed asset registers for each grant allocated to you.
Support external auditors during the annual audit process by providing necessary documentation and explanations.
Address audit findings and implement recommendations for process improvements.
Ensure compliance with nonprofit accounting standards, legal requirements, and PIHL policies.
Stay informed about changes in accounting regulations relevant to nonprofit organizations that directly impact PIHL.
Implement and maintain internal controls to safeguard organizational assets and ensure financial accuracy.
Participate in periodic risk assessments and recommend improvements to financial processes.
Review all documentation from procurement or other programs which impacts the financial report.
Where applicable, review and approve vouchers for all payment types.
Supervise the assistant accountant and bookkeepers and ensure they are developed and supported accordingly.
Maintain confidentiality at all times of issues relating to PIHL activities.
Report any issues that may pose a risk to the organization or compromise the integrity of financial reports to the Finance Director.
Minimum Requirements:
At least 3-5 years of experience in grant accounting, nonprofit financial management, or a similar role.
Bachelor Degree in Accounting or General Accountant
Advanced Excel skill
Experience with donor funded projects desirable.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
Strong interpersonal and communication abilities.
Commitment to Prevention of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Sexual Harassment:
At Partners in Health, we are committed to ensuring that those who benefit from our work- including our patients, families and community members as well as our staff are treated with dignity and respect and protected from sexual exploitation, abuse and sexual harassment. A range of pre-employment checks will be undertaken in conformity with Partners in Health’s PSEAH policy. Partners in Health will request information from applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment.
By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.
How to apply:
Interested candidates should e-mail their applications (subject line should be Accountant) and detailed CV’s including three names of traceable referees with valid telephone numbers and email addresses to: [email protected] not later than 17th February 2025. The referees should include the most recent supervisor/s. Hand delivered applications will not be accepted. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.