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We are seeking a competent, detail-oriented, and results-driven Accountant to join our Finance Department.
Position Overview
The Accountant will oversee the day-to-day operations of the accounts department, ensuring accurate financial record-keeping, compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements, effective financial management and the timely preparation of financial statements and reports.
The successful candidate will also coordinate financial reporting for donor-funded projects, support budget management, facilitate audits and ensure that the organisation maintains sound financial controls and accountability practices.
Key Responsibilities
1. Financial Reporting and Management
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date books of accounts in accordance with applicable accounting standards and organisational policies.
- Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements and management reports.
- Prepare donor-specific financial reports in compliance with grant agreements and funder requirements.
- Support the preparation, monitoring and variance analysis of organisational and project budgets.
- Maintain the organisation’s fixed asset register and ensure appropriate insurance coverage.
- Coordinate annual institutional audits and project-specific audits.
2. Statutory and Regulatory Compliance
- Ensure timely filing and payment of statutory obligations, including taxes, PAYE, NSSF and other applicable statutory deductions.
- Maintain, in coordination with the Human Resources and Administration Department, a compliance calendar covering business licences, permits, statutory registrations and renewals.
- Maintain accurate compliance records, monitor upcoming obligations and escalate potential compliance risks to the Finance Manager.
3. Financial Records and Contract Management
- Act as custodian of accounts department documentation, including accounting records and supplier and customer contracts.
- Ensure proper classification, secure storage and easy retrieval of financial records in compliance with data protection and audit requirements.
4. Financial Coordination and Administration
- Coordinate with other departments to facilitate efficient financial and administrative operations.
- Monitor bank and cash balances, oversee cash flow and ensure adequate liquidity.
- Process financial transactions accurately and promptly while maintaining appropriate financial controls.
- Manage accounts payable processes and documentation.
- Ensure timely and accurate processing of staff payments and supplier invoices in line with contractual obligations, agreed credit terms and organisational procedures.
- Review and analyse general ledger accounts, identify discrepancies and irregularities, and initiate appropriate corrective action.
Key Performance Indicators
Performance in this role will be assessed against the following:
Financial Reporting
- Monthly financial reports, including income statements, accounts payable and receivable reports, and bank reconciliations, submitted by the 5th day of the following month.
- Timely preparation and submission of donor-specific financial reports in accordance with grant agreements.
- Monthly budget variance reports.
- Institutional annual audit completed on or before 28 February of the following year.
- Project audits completed in accordance with funder requirements.
Stakeholder Relations and Responsiveness
- Demonstrate professionalism, clarity, responsiveness and timeliness when addressing queries from internal and external stakeholders.
- Ensure emails and financial queries are acknowledged and responded to within 48–72 hours.
Qualifications and Experience
The ideal candidate should possess:
- A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field.
- CPA or ACCA qualification.
- At least 3–5 years of relevant accounting experience.
- Experience working with accounting software and strong Microsoft Excel skills.
- Experience in media, production, NGO, donor-funded or multi-project organisations will be an added advantage.
Required Skills and Competencies
- Strong numerical, analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and ability to meet strict deadlines.
- Sound knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting and statutory compliance.
- Strong organisational and records management skills.
- High levels of integrity, accountability and professionalism.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to communicate financial information clearly to non-finance colleagues and external stakeholders.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively across departments.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates are invited to submit their applications, including:
- An updated CV detailing relevant qualifications and experience.
- A cover letter outlining why they are suitable for the position.
Send your application to opportunities@africauncensored.net with the subject line “Application for Accountant Position”.
Application Deadline: 6th November 2026 at 5 PM E.A.T.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Africa Uncensored is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse working environment.