Project Accountant Careers – Cardno Emerging Markets USA Limited (Cardno)
Organization: Cardno Emerging Markets USA Limited (Cardno)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Senior Finance Manager, Washington
About US:
Cardno Emerging Markets USA Limited (Cardno) is an International integrated professional services firm that builds better communities through planning, design, and delivery of physical and social Infrastructure. It works with bilateral and multilateral donors, private firms, and government agencies to improve living standards in developing and developed countries and has a strong commitment to use and build local capacity. Cardno has Corporate offices in many countries including Washington, Melbourne, London, Kampala, Nairobi, Pretoria, and manages projects in more than 100 countries
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Reviewing and recording monthly Field Reports in Navision Reviewing project related Accounts Payable invoices for compliance and coding
- Providing guidance to Field Accountants and Project Managers regarding financial/accounting issues and USAID regulations
- Assist Project Team with budget tracking and Estimates to Complete
- Prepare monthly invoices to clients including NICRA adjustments
- Work with Project Managers to identify and resolve any discrepancies relating to billings Respond to clients queries and prepare adhoc financial reporting, as needed
- Resolve billed and unbilled Accounts Receivable issues
- Conduct regular desktop reviews of monthly field financial reports for accuracy, allowability, and reasonableness
- Prepare monthly G/L Reconciliations
- Assist with preparation of annual incurred Costs Submission
- Assist and support annual, project and US Government audits
- Assist with financial and compliance audits for field offices
- Perform any other duties as assigned
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- The applicant must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance. Possession of ACCA /CPA or at Final stage is desired
- At least three years of accounting experience with a government contractor working with USAID programs is desired. Strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR). Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Possession of Advanced Skills in Microsoft applications and QuickBooks.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics NAV (Navision) preferred.
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested individuals should send their applications with updated CVs to: recruit@cardno.com Please type PROJECT ACCOUNTANT APPLICATION in the email subject line.
Deadline: 15th March 2019
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