Accountant - EpiC Jamaica

Project Description:

Meeting Targets and Maintaining Epidemic Control (EpiC) is an eight-year (2019–2027) global health initiative project funded by the United States Government (USG). EpiC has a global presence and extensive breadth and depth of technical experience. In FY26, EpiC’s scope in Jamaica will focus on strengthening global health security (GHS) capacity and systems, which may include strengthening outbreak preparedness and response systems, disease surveillance, infection prevention and control, zoonotic diseases, laboratory systems, biosafety and biosecurity, risk communication and community engagement, and health emergency management.

Job Summary:

Performs accounting functions and conducts the theory and practice of recording, classifying, examining and analyzing data and records of financial transactions. Reviews and consolidates Country Office financials on a monthly basis. Processes and records journal entries, cash receipts/field cash management and wire payments. Responds to inquiries and assists in trainings. Maintains general ledger accounts and supporting sub-ledgers and produces various accounting reports. Participates in various accounting projects including external or internal audits, system upgrades, changes to accounting processes or procedures and other projects as assigned.  

Accountabilities:

• Performs routine accounting tasks in accordance with established accounting procedures and organizational policies, including budgeting, forecasting, cost accounting, and/or other fiscal functions.
• Analyzes budget forecasts, regulatory filings and compiles moderately complex data. Interprets, analyzes and/or evaluates data, ensures compliance with applicable Jamaican laws, uses Generally Accepted Accounting Procedures (GAAP), and donor requirements.
• Develops and maintains effective working relationships with regulated industries, consultants, management, and staff.
• Interprets and provides explanation for discrepancies and variations in financial data.
• Uses financial systems to produce reports, financial models and databases.
• Supports cash management activities, including preparation of payment vouchers, advance reconciliations, and cash count documentation.
• Leads support on the month-end closing reports, reconciliations and submissions to the Hub.
• Processes vendor payments and assists in maintaining complete and accurate payment documentation in compliance with organizational and donor requirements
• Manages the reconciliation of accounts or reports, examination of various financial statements for accuracy, completeness, and conformance to guidelines, and maintenance of subsidiary ledgers.

• Assists in various financial analysis projects and closure of accounting records.

• Assists with internal and external audit requests.

Applied Knowledge & Skills:

• Apply general knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), practices and reporting guidelines.
• May apply knowledge of program specifics.
• Possess general knowledge of applicable information technology systems and uses them to meet deadlines.
• Compile, monitor, examine, and audit various financial statements/reports for accuracy and integrity and conformance to accepted accounting and program guidelines.
• Draw conclusions and prepare written findings following GAAP and/or other applicable accounting guidelines, and present recommendations supported by facts.
• Prepare financial reports.
• Input data into ledgers and sub- ledgers.
• Maintain data integrity and recognize and research unusual activity for further investigation.
• Understand and adhere to systems of internal control.
• Prepare written and/or technical products following standard guidelines; may review and edit the work of others.
• Communicate structured information in a clear, concise, and organized manner suited to the characteristics and needs of the audience.
• Ability to establish effective working relationships that foster organizational success.

Problem Solving & Impact:

• Identify and recognize routine or standard problems that have established precedents.
• Develop solutions to routine issues and refer non-standard questions and more difficult problems to higher levels.
• Translates information provided in an incorrect form to meet required standard.
• Explains basic accounting trends and variations from prior periods, budget and/or forecast.
• Resolves basic issues with ledger accounts and internal policies and procedures. * Demonstrates an understanding of system functionality to provide answers for financial requests.
• Errors may be detected and corrected.
• An appropriate audit trail is maintained for all transactions.
• Month end closing deadlines and processes are met timely.
• External and internal audit requests are met timely, without outstanding issues.
• External and internal audit requests are met in a timely manner, without outstanding issues.

Supervision Given/Received:

• General supervision and instructions given for routine work and detailed instructions given for new activities or special assignments.
• Provide assistance to a higher-level manager in recruitment and selection process.
• May implement work plans and provide input for performance reviews with the assistance of a higher-level manager.

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree or its International Equivalent in Accounting, Business, Finance or a related field.

Experience:

• Typically requires 0 - 3 years of experience in providing outstanding customer service, performing complex activities associated with maintaining ledger accounts, and in ensuring compliance with company’s system of internal controls.
• Computerized accounting software experience required as well as skills/use of MS Office and advanced Excel.
• Proficiency in spreadsheet software required.
• Articulate and professional and able to communicate in a clear, positive fashion with clients and staff.
• Must be able to read, write and speak fluent English.
• Prior work experience in a non- governmental organization (NGO).

Typical Physical Demands:

• Typical office environment.
• Ability to spend long hours looking at computer screen and doing repetitive work on a keyboard.
• Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift/move up to 5 lbs. 

Technology to be Used:

• Personal Computer/Laptop, Microsoft applications (i.e., Office 365, SharePoint, Skype/Zoom/Teams), cell phone/mobile technology, and standard office equipment.

Travel Requirements:

• Less than 10%

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