Accountant - Intrahealth International - Yerevan

JOB DESCRIPTION:
The Accountant will be responsible for maintaining accurate and complete record in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Intrahealth Accounting and Financial Policies and Procedures. S/he will also verify all source documents for proper approval and documentation.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Conduct day-to-day accounting activities in compliance with Intrahealth International policies and procedures and with Armenian laws, including, but not limited to:
- Maintain the general ledger and all related accounts with proper documentation and records of all transactions; review entries to the general ledger to assure accuracy and compliance with the company’s and established accounting principles;
- Prepare mandatory reports as required and respond to inquiries as necessary;
- Process monthly staff payroll, tax calculations and remittances;
- Maintain tax accounting and ensure due reporting to tax authorities;
- Undertake monthly and year-end closing of the general ledger including the preparation of journal entries;
- Supervise monthly bank reconciliations for all accounts; verify accuracy of bank statements and maintain integrity of cash balances and cash flow systems;
- Maintain fixed asset records and determine depreciation terms/ rates to apply to items;
- Maintain a computerized accounting system;
- Prepare payment vouchers for signature and bank transfers, review payment requests for format and accuracy;
- Draw-up service and employment contracts (subject to Chapel Hill Finance and Contracts department approval);
- Manage all personnel issues, including timesheets, leave reports and local benefits and ensure their confidentiality, maintain file of personnel records;
- Keep log of vehicle request forms, alongside with driver schedule and manage usage of office vehicle, request and maintain fuel inventory;
- Manage daily petty cash payments and cash reconciliation, including verifying support documentation; prepare petty cash replenishment/ request documents;
- Prepare monthly funds request;
- Make and/ or reconfirm all hotel, flight and travel arrangements, handle visa arrangements and car pick up;
- Process local travel expenses/ reimbursements;
- Provide logistics for seminars, workshops and other special events;
- Perform other duties related with the position and assigned by supervisor.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Advanced degree in accounting or finance;
- Minimum 3-5 years of experience in accounting or equivalent finance positions;
- Excellent knowledge of local accounting & tax practices and regulations;
- Good command of MS Office tools (Word, Excel and PowerPoint);
- Good knowledge of “Armenian Software” and QuickBooks accounting software;
- Fluency in English, Armenian and Russian languages;
- Experience working with international organizations and donors in Armenia;
- Experience with a USAID contractor preferred.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES:
Interested candidates should send their CV to: isacci@intrahealth.org and aculbertson@intrahealth.org . Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for the interviews.