Project Officer: Accounts & Grant Management (Fixed Term Contract)

Recruiter:

O'Brien Recruitment

Job Ref:

3188671922

Date posted:

Friday, February 21, 2025

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:

Location: Stellenbosch
Contract Type: Fixed-Term

Are you an experienced finance professional passionate about conservation and making an impact? We are looking for a Project Officer: Accounts & Grant Management to join this dynamic team! If you have a strong background in financial management, grant administration, and project reporting, this role could be the perfect fit for you.

Key Responsibilities:

Assist in establishing and monitoring office budgets and sub-awarded partner grants.
Manage quarterly and monthly financial planning and budget advance cycles.
Conduct continuous and mandatory financial reviews in line with program rules and policies.
Validate project report balances on a monthly basis.
Monitor payments and financial reports for grant agreements.
Prepare and consolidate financial reports and cash flow projections.
Oversee and monitor partner contracts.
Assist in responding to audit requests and financial data queries.
Serve as the main financial point of contact for program-related financial matters.
Establish and maintain a Fixed Assets register.

Requirements:

Qualification: Financial/Accounting degree or diploma

Experience:

Minimum 5 years’ experience as an Accountant
Proficiency in financial management and reporting within project cycle management
Experience managing US government donor-funded and/or multi-partner project budgets (advantageous)
Familiarity with financial packages (NetSuite experience is a plus)

Key Competencies:

Technical Skills:

Advanced MS Excel proficiency
Experience with Oracle NetSuite (advantageous)

Behavioral Competencies:

Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Deadline-driven with the ability to manage conflicting priorities
Ability to work under pressure and independently
Valid passport and driver’s license
Willingness to travel
Passion for community conservation, landscape-level approaches, and small business development solutions (beneficial)

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