Senior Accountant

Organization

Papyrus S.A. is a private firm that prides itself on its lasting results-based approach focused on connecting local and international aspirations. For more information, please visit www.papyrushaiti.com

Position Description

Papyrus is looking for a Senior Accountant for an opportunity funded by USAID/Haiti.

Responsibilities

Working under the direct supervision of Papyrus’ Finance Manager, the Senior Accountant’s primary tasks would include but are not limited to the following:

• • Supervise the accounting team
  • Verify and approve daily transaction entries
  • Verify period-end closing transactions
  • Review monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements
  • Gather financial documents and reports from clients and donors and oversee project, program and grant accounts
  • Review monthly, quarterly, and annual cash flow and forecasts
  • Improve the accounting department’s general policies and procedures manual
  • Establish and apply appropriate accounting methods, policies, and principles
  • Assist the Finance Manager in the coordination and conduct of annual audits
  • Perform periodic analytical reviews of expenses and initiate corrective actions
  • Inform other departments of any changes in accounting policies and procedures
  • Develop and maintain an internal control system to ensure the reliability and integrity of financial information
  • Perform bank reconciliations and prepare monthly project reports
  • Review and approve all disbursements, including payroll
  • Ensure career development of accounting staff by ensuring access to external training and learning opportunities
  • Attend donor specific trainings and ensure proper adaptation of internal systems
  • Perform additional duties as deemed necessary or required by the Finance Manager.

Qualifications

• • Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Accounting or Finance, CPAH is a plus
  • 5 years of professional experience, ideally in accounting and operations management
  • Experience with ultimate responsibility for the quality and content of accounting data, reporting and audit coordination
  • Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues and board members who may not have an accounting background
  • Good knowledge of accounting software and experience in software selection
  • Knowledge of training programs to maximize the achievement of individual and organizational objectives
  • Good prioritization skills and attention to detail.
  • Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills to ensure sound decision making
  • Team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Good ability to negotiate and work with various internal and external stakeholders
  • Good command of English and French (oral and written)
  • Ability to multi-task and wear many hats in a fast-paced environment
  • Have integrity, credibility and dedication to the mission of Papyrus S.A.

Interested candidates should send their cover letter and resume to: application@papyrushaiti.com

Please indicate the position you are applying for in the email subject. Deadline for submission is December 21, 2022.