Wednesday, August 9, 2017

Project Accountant, United Kingdom Development Alternatives, Inc. (DAI) Closing date: Friday, 25 August 2017


Project Accountant, 
United Kingdom 
Development Alternatives, Inc. (DAI)
Closing date: Friday, 25 August 2017
https://chm.tbe.taleo.net/chm04/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=DAINC&cws=1&rid=3196
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DAI is an international development company. For more than 45 years, we have worked on the frontlines of international development, tackling fundamental social and economic development problems caused by inefficient markets, ineffective governance, and instability. Currently, DAI is delivering results that matter in some 80 countries. Our development solutions turn ideas into impact by bringing together fresh combinations of expertise and innovation across multiple disciplines. Our clients include international development agencies, international lending institutions, private corporations and philanthropies, and national governments.

Project Accountant

Location:Europe
Location:United Kingdom
Job Code:3196

Description

DAI is seeking a Project Accountant to join our busy Finance Team based in Apsley, Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire. Become part of the thriving DAI business, recently relocated to spacious, bespoke offices, 30 minutes out of Euston - with excellent rail and motorway links to London and region.

Main purpose of role:  Reporting to the Project Accounting Supervisor, the Project Accountant’s primary responsibility is to manage and administer a portfolio of projects including monthly reporting of budget vs. actual profit, cash flow management and monthly forecasting.  The Senior Project Accountant will work closely with internal Project Managers and external Project & Finance staff.

The Project Accountant should develop a deep understanding of all aspects of the projects in their own portfolio.

Key tasks, duties and responsibilities:
  • Processes
  • Preparing monthly, quarterly and annual forecast by project
  • Manage project cash flows
  • Preparation of monthly accounts by project
  • Monthly reconciliation of all field returns (financial & labour)
  • Timely preparation of project sales invoices and ensuring payment is received in a timely manner
  • Dealing with Associates and Sub-Contractor agreements (including locals hired in the field)
  • Authorisation of project related invoices/costs
  • Calculation of Project profit share due to partners where applicable.
  • Involvement in Quarterly Performance Reviews with the wider Project Team and preparation for an attendance at Quarterly Financial Reviews.
  • Relationships
  • Establish strong working relationships with clients (DFID/EC Frameworks)
  • Deal with client sponsored audits
  • Develop strong working relationships with Project Managers and Field Staff
  • Build and maintain strong working relationships with Project Accountants and the wider finance team
  • Systems
  • Ensure that all projects are properly set up and processed on Oracle
  • Support PO/procurement process on Oracle
  • Develop an understanding of the Timesheet Module on Oracle
  • Proficient Microsoft Office User

Qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience:
Essential:
  • Finance Experience;
  • Ability to meet deadlines, work independently and under pressure;
  • Strong analytical skills and reasoning skills;
  • Excellent interpersonal and verbal communication skills;
  • Sensitivity in dealing with confidential information;
  • Ability to prioritise and multi-task;
  • Self-motivated, goal-oriented with a sense of urgency and the desire to develop
Desirable:
  • Accountancy qualification;
  • Project accounting experience;
  • Experience in professional services (consultancy sector);
  • Understanding of International Development;
  • Oracle experience

For the project accountant position the salary offered is circa £28,000, commensurate with experience.
DAI offers a generous benefits package including, after a qualifying period, company pension scheme, private health scheme, life assurance, income protection, gym membership and cycle to work schemes.
All applicants must be eligible to work in the EEA. 
If this role sound interesting and you would like to be part of DAI’s growing business, bidding for and managing donor-funded projects round the world, we look forward to hearing from you.
Closing date for applications is Friday 25th August 2017 but interviews will be held progressively