Cooperazione Internazionale (COOPI) is an international Italian NGO established in 1965. Since its establishment, COOPI has been undertaking activities to help and empower the poor and needy in different countries. COOPI Sudan started its operation in 2004 and has been primarily implementing emergency, relief and early recovery programs in water hygiene and sanitation, food security and livelihood, nutrition and protection sectors.

The Project Accountant is responsible for the efficient and effective production of Accounting Function in Coordination office including financial management, partner financial management capacity, budgeting, donor reporting and general accounting support within COOPI Sudan, Port Sudan office.  To work with the Area Administrator to enhance strategic financial management, manage risks and liabilities, enhance programmatic effectiveness through ensuring compliance with donor expectations and requirements and ensuring good stewardship and operational efficiency. 

The Project Accountant has two main responsibilities:

• Assist Admin in performing his/her duties, oversee the preparation of accounts payable, accounts receivable, bills, and other financial documents. Will utilize specialized accounting tools and software to input and manage the financial work
• Assist Admin to provide administrative and clerical support to accounting managers or Finance Officer. He/she will execute his/her duties in accordance to COOPI’s Policies & Procedures and donor guidelines. He/she will effectively and efficiently support Admin systems, processes and activities to deliver quality programming on time in line with organizational strategy, donor requirements and within allocated budgets.

Accountant Job Responsibilities:

• Supervise daily operations within the scope of accounts receivable and accounts 
• Authorize and oversee the processing of pre-requisition order within set standards
• Collaborate with Cashiers, Finance Officer and Area Admin to ensure smooth running of an organization’s accounts department
• Assist Admin in the preparation of project expenditure patterns
• Oversee the collection, deposit, and reconciliation of bank funds and accounts
• Ensure timely preparation and submission of tax returns
• Provide customer support services and assist in the resolution of client complaints or problems
• Maintain useful financial information regarding projected outturns and bank variances
• Ensure compliance with statutory accounting standards and audit practices
• Conduct monthly management checks and regular housekeeping activities in order to maintain an efficient financial system
• Prepare and present regular accounting reports to the supervisors to update them on company financial situation.
• Ensure accruals and prepayment concepts are applied to processed transactions
• Process payments and financial documents such as invoices, statements, and vouchers
• Ensure proper custody of project documents and backup copies on cloud. 
• Maintains customer confidence and protects operations by keeping financial information confidential.

Any other duties as delegated by the seniors

The following are major requirements you may be expected to possess to be considered for an interview:

• Education and Training: You require a Bachelor’s degree or diploma and 3 years of experience in financial setting
• Higher education may be an added advantage.
• Analytical Skills: Assistant accountants are able to conduct audits to identify and resolve discrepancies in financial documents.
• Interpersonal Skills: They are adept at working with Admins and a team of finance professionals to achieve a common objective.
• Bookkeeping Skills: They are skilled in preparing and maintaining accurate accounts documents.

Accountant Qualifications / Skills

• Accountant Qualifications / Skills:
• Accounting
• Corporate Finance
• Reporting Skills
• Attention to Detail
• Deadline-Oriented
• Reporting Research Results
• Confidentiality
• Time Management
• Data Entry Management
• General Math Skills