GLOBAL FUND COORDINATING UNIT (GFCU)
MINISTRY OF FINANCE
JOB VACANCY: ACCOUNTANT
MINISTRY OF FINANCE
JOB VACANCY: ACCOUNTANT
Job Title: Accountant
Section: Finance Unit
Reports to: Senior Accountant
Location: GFCU - Maseru, MGC Office Park
Duration: Two years performance based fixed contract
Remuneration: Competitive with market standards
Background Information
The Global Fund Coordinating Unit (GFCU) of the Ministry of Finance (MOF) undertakes functions
required of the Principal Recipient (PR) of Grants received from the Global Fund to fight AIDS, TB
and Malaria.
Given the density of the work that needs to be conducted together with the approved sub
recipients, sub- sub recipients and stakeholders involved in grant implementation , the MOF/
GFCU seeks the services of an Accountant to ensure efficient services are offered to the PR, SR/
Implementers and SSR for smooth grant implementation.
Summary of Duties
Under the general guidance of the Senior Accountant the Accountant will oversee the proper
processing of the project related financial transactions at the sub recipient, sub sub recipient,
service providers and implementing entities level; prepare verification reports as well as
maintenance of records. The Officer shall ensure accurate recording and reporting of finances,
analyze financial information, mentor and train the implementers and provide advice on financial
matters as well as to maintain effective accounting control systems.
CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Key Performance Activities
Activities Performed
Follow up the SRs, service providers and District Health
Management Teams (DHMTs) for submission of the financial
reports on a monthly and quarterly basis on or before the
due date.
Ensures that the monthly reports from the SRs, service
providers, DHMTs provide all the required information per
the prescribed template, including explanations on reasons
for variance.
Provide monthly expenditure reports for SRs expenses paid
at the PR level.
Financial management
On site verification of the SRs, service providers and DHMTs
expenditure reports and prepare a verification report to be
reviewed by the supervisor.
Communicate the findings and recommendations to the SRs,
service providers and DHMTs (de-briefing).
Draft management letters to the SRs, service providers and
DHMTs and follow up unresolved management letter issues.
Follow up the SRs to respond on issues raised in the
management letters
Identify SRs Financial Internal Controls inefficiencies and
advice accordingly.
Prepares the data bases of employees who are supported
with the salaries under the grant and updated on a monthly
basis
Training of SRs on financial management
Mentoring of SRs on financial management
Any other related duties that may be assigned within the
Finance Unit from time to time
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
• B. Com degree in Accounting or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience during which the candidate has
proven capabilities in financial management or accounts administration or equivalent from a
recognized institution.
• Experience in working with the district level entities on verification or auditing of accounts,
international organizations and excellent knowledge of Donor Funded Projects specifically in
financial monitoring of Sub Grants will be an added advantage.
• Good communication and social skills;
• Computer skills (Word, Excel, Access, power point)
• Basic knowledge of financial management, regulations and procedures as well as procurement
under donor supported projects
• Knowledge of working with financial accounting packages will be an added advantage
Knowledge and Skills
• Ability to examine documents for accuracy and completeness.
• Report writing and presentation skills
• Skill in computer applications.
• Ability to understand and interpret policies and regulations.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Fluency in oral and written English.
How to apply
• Applications should be delivered by original signed copy and clearly marked application for
the position of Accountant. Interested persons should deliver their applications, curriculum
vitae and certified copies of educational certificates on or before 23rd February 2016 before
12.00HRS to:
The National Coordinator, Global Fund Coordinating Unit (GFCU), 4th Floor, Matekane
Group of Company (MGC) Office Park, Corner Pope John Paul II and Mpilo Boulevard, For
our organization background visit www.gfcu.org.ls . For clarification call Communications
unit at 22324023. Only short listed candidates will be responded to.
Section: Finance Unit
Reports to: Senior Accountant
Location: GFCU - Maseru, MGC Office Park
Duration: Two years performance based fixed contract
Remuneration: Competitive with market standards
Background Information
The Global Fund Coordinating Unit (GFCU) of the Ministry of Finance (MOF) undertakes functions
required of the Principal Recipient (PR) of Grants received from the Global Fund to fight AIDS, TB
and Malaria.
Given the density of the work that needs to be conducted together with the approved sub
recipients, sub- sub recipients and stakeholders involved in grant implementation , the MOF/
GFCU seeks the services of an Accountant to ensure efficient services are offered to the PR, SR/
Implementers and SSR for smooth grant implementation.
Summary of Duties
Under the general guidance of the Senior Accountant the Accountant will oversee the proper
processing of the project related financial transactions at the sub recipient, sub sub recipient,
service providers and implementing entities level; prepare verification reports as well as
maintenance of records. The Officer shall ensure accurate recording and reporting of finances,
analyze financial information, mentor and train the implementers and provide advice on financial
matters as well as to maintain effective accounting control systems.
CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Key Performance Activities
Activities Performed
Follow up the SRs, service providers and District Health
Management Teams (DHMTs) for submission of the financial
reports on a monthly and quarterly basis on or before the
due date.
Ensures that the monthly reports from the SRs, service
providers, DHMTs provide all the required information per
the prescribed template, including explanations on reasons
for variance.
Provide monthly expenditure reports for SRs expenses paid
at the PR level.
Financial management
On site verification of the SRs, service providers and DHMTs
expenditure reports and prepare a verification report to be
reviewed by the supervisor.
Communicate the findings and recommendations to the SRs,
service providers and DHMTs (de-briefing).
Draft management letters to the SRs, service providers and
DHMTs and follow up unresolved management letter issues.
Follow up the SRs to respond on issues raised in the
management letters
Identify SRs Financial Internal Controls inefficiencies and
advice accordingly.
Prepares the data bases of employees who are supported
with the salaries under the grant and updated on a monthly
basis
Training of SRs on financial management
Mentoring of SRs on financial management
Any other related duties that may be assigned within the
Finance Unit from time to time
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
• B. Com degree in Accounting or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience during which the candidate has
proven capabilities in financial management or accounts administration or equivalent from a
recognized institution.
• Experience in working with the district level entities on verification or auditing of accounts,
international organizations and excellent knowledge of Donor Funded Projects specifically in
financial monitoring of Sub Grants will be an added advantage.
• Good communication and social skills;
• Computer skills (Word, Excel, Access, power point)
• Basic knowledge of financial management, regulations and procedures as well as procurement
under donor supported projects
• Knowledge of working with financial accounting packages will be an added advantage
Knowledge and Skills
• Ability to examine documents for accuracy and completeness.
• Report writing and presentation skills
• Skill in computer applications.
• Ability to understand and interpret policies and regulations.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Fluency in oral and written English.
How to apply
• Applications should be delivered by original signed copy and clearly marked application for
the position of Accountant. Interested persons should deliver their applications, curriculum
vitae and certified copies of educational certificates on or before 23rd February 2016 before
12.00HRS to:
The National Coordinator, Global Fund Coordinating Unit (GFCU), 4th Floor, Matekane
Group of Company (MGC) Office Park, Corner Pope John Paul II and Mpilo Boulevard, For
our organization background visit www.gfcu.org.ls . For clarification call Communications
unit at 22324023. Only short listed candidates will be responded to.
