Accountant Specialist

Chemonics is seeking an accountant specialist for the USAID Zambia Program for Advancing Supply Chain Outcomes (PASCO) Activity, which is a commodity distribution program aiming to create sustainable access to safe and effective health commodities through improved capacity for transportation and distribution systems, working with the Zambia Medicines and Medical Supplies Agency (ZAMMSA).

The successful candidate will work with the Pasco finance manager

• to execute transactions on an accurate and timely basis using the ABACUS system
• to ensure that incurred costs are allowable, allocable, and reasonable in accordance with the USAID cost principles

The accountant specialist will be responsible for performing the day-to-day financial management aspects of the project under the supervision and with the support of a Finance Manager. Chemonics are seeking individuals who have a passion for making a difference in the lives of people around the world.

Qualifications/skills required:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or, at a minimum, Zambia Institute of Chartered Accountants (ZICA II), Association of Certified Chartered Accountants (ACCA II), Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA II), or equivalent professional qualifications
• Member of ZICA
• A minimum of 5 years work experience in a similar position on a USAID-funded project is desirable
• Excellent interpersonal and communications skills
• Demonstrated leadership, versatility, and integrity
• Fluency in English

Method of Application

Send a resume and expression of interest by email with a subject line of “PASCO Accountant Specialist”. No telephone inquiries please. Finalists will be contacted.