Program Accountant (INT11725)
Localisation
Workplace Type: On-site
Hours: 40
Salary: As Per Oxfam's Pay Scale
Job Family: Finance
Division: International
Grade: National D1
Job Type: Fixed Term
Closing Date: 13 August 2026
Oxfam is a global movement of people working together to end the injustice of poverty.
Do you have a Bachelor’s degree combined with full professional qualification (ACCA, CIMA) or alternative a Masters degree in Finance, Accountancy or equivalent qualification?
Expérience
Do you have at least 5 years accounting experience?
Do you have previous experience with an NGO, as well as with institutional donors, such as, EC, DFID and UN organizations?
If the answer is yes, then we would like to hear from you.
The Role:
Oxfam is looking for Program Accountant
Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities
Transaction management and processing – 65%
Support the Operations and Finance Coordinator in ensuring Oxfam policy & procedures are implemented and minimum financial standards are achieved across the SAF Cluster
To administer People Soft System and maintain data integrity; maintain proper filling system of electronic files & and ensure proper filling system of paper files
To input transactions and maintain and reconcile the General Ledger
Management & Supervision- 5%
Review field office/s transactions and ensure all expenditures are in line with budgets and Donor contracts
Supervise Banking and liaison person with the Bank
Review and ensure remittance of statutory obligations i.e. Annual returns
Programme Support – 30%
Support Program Managers in preparing financial reports including some Donor Reports for review by Funding Coordinator and sign off by OFC
Develop budget monitoring capacity amongst them, communicate & offer advice as required
Be part of the Programme Leadership Team and work with the Business Development Coordinator and Programme managers in order to develop and maintain an effective budget monitoring and reporting system
What we are looking for:
We’re looking for a candidate who cares about Oxfam's mission to end poverty and is personally aligned to our feminist principles and values of empowerment, accountability and inclusion in all you do.
An ideal candidate for the role will also be / have:
Technical Skills, Experience & Knowledge
Knowledge & Experience
Bachelor’s degree combined with full professional qualification (ACCA, CIMA) or alternative a Masters degree in Finance, Accountancy or equivalent qualification
At least 5 years accounting experience
Proven experience and ability in the following areas of finance
Preparation of monthly and annual accounts to Financial Statements level
Preparation of general ledger reconciliation
Knowledge of local taxation laws
Cash flow forecasting and management.
Budgeting experience for multiple cost centres
Experience in working with multiple currencies
Computer literacy: full working knowledge of MS suite and others.
Knowledge of Oxfam Processing & reporting systems & tools
Basic knowledge and understanding of general administrative management
Previous experience with an NGO, as well as with institutional donors, such as, EC, DFID and UN is of distinct advantage
Skills
Good professional presentation, interpersonal skills & a team worker.
Ability to work, train & coach staff with differing levels of skills.
Initiative, ability to prioritize tasks, work independently multi-task, and work under
pressure
Commitment to the aims and objectives of Oxfam
Willingness to travel within the SAF Cluster
We offer:
We offer a competitive salary and a range of additional benefits to staff including flexible working options, generous pension scheme, annual leave, additional leave allowances, company sick pay, life assurance and a range of other benefits.
From the day you join Oxfam we invite you to stretch and learn in your role. Our wide range of Learning & Development opportunities includes in-house courses, e-learning modules, on-the job learning opportunities, coaching and mentoring, and much more.
You can read more about all Oxfam has to offer here.
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