Account Assistant , International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA)

The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) is an International Agricultural Research Center (www.iita.org) and is part of the CGIAR (

www.cgiar.org).  IITA offers its employees a nationally competitive remuneration package and is currently seeking to recruit a dynamic and enthusiastic Accounts Assistant to be based at IITAMikocheni offices. The selected candidate will provide support to Administration and management.

Responsibilities:

Responsibilities include Assist the Accounts Officer in the preparation of monthly financial reports of the Station (Sage PFW).Assist in monitoring outstanding travel advances, cash advances and advise the Account officer. Prepare cheques for payments. Maintain a cash advance register. Maintain a travelauthorisation and advance register. Prepare cheques for collection of the Station Imprest from the bank. Prepare/Check expense Claims returns; Process claim forms for payments. Check claim forms to ensure compliance with IITA policies and procedures and advice the Accounts Officer accordingly. Issue receipt for monies collected

The successful candidates for the post of Accounts Assistant should have:

Degree or Advance Diploma in Accounts or other relevant professional qualifications from a recognized Institute;

Must have at least 2 years of relevant experience in accounting or financial management with reputable national or international organizations.

Experience in usage of SAGE accounting software,

Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc). Proven ability for implementing and monitoring financial controls

Strong team player, self-starter and ability to be an active team member

Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrates a client-oriented approach, high sense of responsibility, courtesy, tact and the ability to work with people of different national and cultural backgrounds

Results driven, ability to work under pressure and to meet strict deadlines; remains calm and in control under pressure.

General information:

Fluency in English is mandatory.

The initial contract for the position is two years: Renewable subject to perform and availability of funds

Application Instructions:

Applications including curriculum vitae, copies of certificates, telephone number, email address, and names and addresses of two referees should be sent to the

Country Representative,

IITA-Tanzania,

Plot No. 25, Mwenge - Coca-Cola Road, Mikocheni Industrial Area

P.O. Box 34441,

Dar es Salaam,

Tanzania 

Closing date: Two weeks from the first advertisement. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.