Grants Accountant - Fixed Term Contract - 3 months

SUMMARY:

POSITION INFO:

We have an exciting opportunity for a Grants Accountant who will be responsible for the accounting functions and the management of accounting administration staff ensuring adherence to the organizations’ financial policies and procedures.

Key duties and responsibilities
Assist the Senior Grants Manager with the preparation of the annual budgets for the projects.
Monitor project cash flow requirements and advise the Senior Grants Manager accordingly of any shortfalls.
Ensure that monthly donor reports are submitted to the Senior Grants Manager within the required deadlines.
Assist the Senior Grants Manager with the uploading budgets in the accounting system.
Review and update all financial reports where necessary in terms of donor and statutory requirements.
Monitor and coordinate the administration of grants to ensure compliance with the budget, administrative policies and procedures.
Work in conjunction with the Compliance Department to ensure that all internal reviews address critical areas.
Recommend and Implement changes that address non- compliance issues.
Ensure that all contractual compliance of sub-recipients are reviewed and in line with both the donors and organisational requirements.
Assist project managers with development of new proposals, annual budgets and work plans.
Review monthly project expense vs budget and implement effective strategies to maximise “burn rates” and project deliverables.
Assist project staff with the preparation of other periodic reports in terms of funder requirements.

Essential qualifications and experience

• Minimum: BCom/BCompt Degree/Financial Management or relevant Tertiary qualification
• 4 -8 years’ experience in a management role preferably in Grants & Contracts
• Knowledge of donor grants and the Non-Profit sector, desirable
• Sound knowledge of financial accounting policies and procedures
• Ability to operate in a dynamic environment
• Organised and Interpersonal Skills
• Ability to work under pressure & deadline driven
• Project Management experience
• ERP systems experience
• Ability to analyse and interpret financial data
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team

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