Field Accountant, Haiti

Field Accountant, Haiti (325)
Samaritan's Purse

Samaritan’s Purse is a nondenominational evangelical Christian organization providing spiritual and physical aid to hurting people around the world. Since 1970 Samaritan’s Purse has help meet needs of people who are victims of war, poverty, natural disaster, disease and famine with the purpose of sharing God’s love through His son, Jesus Christ. The organization serves the church worldwide to promote the gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ.
Closing date: 31 Oct 2010
Location: Haiti

Port Au Prince, Haiti - The Field Accountant is responsible for administrative field accounting, expenditures, bookkeeping and payroll related to a specific programs and projects in Haiti as assigned by the Country Director.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain detailed records for all financial transactions in an organized and professional manner
• Perform daily functions including recording all cash, check and bank transfer transactions, maintain cash and bank ledgers, monitor cash advances and field expense reports, reconcile cash-on-hand and monthly bank reconciliation
• Provide required monthly financial reports by specified deadlines to the Country Director and International Headquarters
• Ensure financial/accounting activity is carried out in accordance Samaritan's Purse' field accounting policies
• Review and approve financial transactions for Samaritan's Purse field operations based in the region as appropriate (includes vouchers, cash advances, transfers, etc.)
• Ensure adequate cash flow for operations and safety of financial resources at base
• Ensure all cash is reconciled on a weekly basis, reporting any over/under to country office and investigate any over/under situations
• Administer all cash advances to employees and partners, reconciling all receipts and remaining cash at month’s end
• Maintain close and cooperative working relationships with fellow financial staff and the Country Director
• Provide support to Base Manager and/or Program Managers with regard to financial policies/practices and related areas as required
• Ensure contracts are current on all rental properties, facilities, and vehicles
• Identify areas for financial and administrative improvement and work to implement feasible improvements
• Prepare and submit month-end reports to Samaritan's Purse International Headquarters regarding country-wide operations in a timely fashion
• Maintain accuracy in financial records

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelors Degree (B.A.) in related field with a minimum of 2 years' bookkeeping or accounting experience
• Strong relational skills and financial management experience preferred
• Experience with foreign currencies and grants management preferred
• Ability to communicate and interact well with people of different educational, linguistic, cultural and socio-economic backgrounds
• Above average communication skills, both verbal and written
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel
• People management and delegation abilities
• Flexibility and adaptability
• Cheerful, diplomatic, encourager, concern for the spiritual well-being of the team
• Spiritual maturity and ability to keep focus of work on the overall goal of sharing the gospel
• High level of patience and flexibility
• Mature, considerate but able to influence others
• Diplomatic and level-headed in frustrating environment
• French/Creole language skills, preferred but not required

Length of contract: 12 months
Open until filled
Target date to the field: October 2010 or sooner

**Security concerns for this location dictate that applicants with minor children not be considered for employment in this position

How to apply
Complete Samaritan’s Purse online application directly via Samaritan’ Purse website http://www.samaritanspurse.org/index.php/Employment_Listings/International_Positions
Reference Code: RW_89ZMGY-70