Vacancy title:
Project Accountant

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources, Category: Accounting & Finance]

Jobs at:
International Fund for Agricultural Development

Deadline of this Job:
Wednesday, October 22 2025

Duty Station:
Dodoma | Dodoma | Tanzania

Summary
Date Posted: Monday, September 29 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

The Project Accountant will maintain accurate financial records, prepare financial reports, ensure compliance with donor and government financial management procedures, and support project implementation by providing timely financial information. The Accountant will report to the Finance and Administration Manager, work closely with the Ministry’s Finance Department and IFAD’s financial management team, and be hired through competitive recruitment from seconded government staff and/or external candidates.

Main Responsibilities

Financial Management:

• Process payments in accordance with approved budgets, contracts, and financial procedures.
• Ensure proper documentation, filing, and safeguarding of all financial records.
• Analyze payment requests and reconcile with approved documentation, including purchase orders and contracts.
• Input payments and invoices into financial management systems in line with approved financial procedures.
• Review financial documents before payments are made.
• Track accountabilities of funds advanced at the PCO level and with other implementing partners.
• Oversee tax matters, ensuring tax exemptions and refunds for procurement are secured timely.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the Finance Manager.

Budgeting and Reporting:

• Assist in preparing annual work plans and budgets (AWPB).
• Prepare periodic financial statements and reports for submission to the Project Coordinator, Ministry, and IFAD.
• Monitor budget utilization and highlight variances for corrective action.

Compliance and Control:

• Ensure adherence to IFAD and Government financial management policies, regulations, and guidelines.
• Support internal and external audits by providing necessary documentation and explanations.
• Implement and maintain effective internal control systems.

Banking and Cash Management:

• Manage project bank accounts, including reconciliation of bank statements.
• Oversee cash flow to ensure availability of funds for project activities.
• Prepare withdrawal applications and manage disbursement requests per IFAD requirements.

Academic Qualifications, Experience, Skills, and Attitudes

• Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. A professional certification (CPA, ACCA, or equivalent) is an added advantage.
• Experience: At least five (5) years’ experience in financial management, preferably in donor-funded projects.
• Skills and Attitudes:
  • Good knowledge of IFAD financial management procedures or other international donor requirements is desirable.
  • Strong computer skills with proficiency in accounting software and MS Office.
  • Good communication skills.
  • High integrity and attention to detail.
  • Strong organizational skills.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 60

Level of Education: bachelor degree

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