The WorldFish Center, headquartered on the island of Penang, Malaysia, is a world-class scientific research organization. Our mission is to reduce poverty and hunger by improving fisheries and aquaculture. We have offices in 8 countries and engage in collaborative research with more than 200 partners in more than 25 countries. The Center is a nonprofit organization and a member of the Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR). A unique opportunity has arisen for gifted individuals to contribute to the mission of the Center.
*ACCOUNTANT – TREASURY & FINANCIAL*
(6 months temporary)
Key Responsibilities
• Responsible for Treasury functions including -
o Liaising with bankers, recording, and accounting of banking and cash transactions including identification of incoming funds;
o Timely and accurate accounting of treasury transactions for monthly closing – Bank Charges, Investments and Bank Guarantee;
o Timely maintenance and reporting of treasury related records – Cash Book and Cash Position report
o Timely reconciliation and maintenance of HQ bank accounts and coordination of reconciliation of Regional Office bank accounts.
• Responsible for monitoring and controlling the cash flow of the Centre including monitoring investments, receipts and disbursements and preparation of cash position report and cash flow projections.
• Responsible for establishing safe bank based on the Investment Guidelines and bank accreditation procedures and criteria and conduct annual evaluation of banking service providers
• Responsible for timely resolution of long outstanding bank reconciling items for all bank accounts for the Center and Regional Offices
• Responsible for the management of exchange rate for project budget and maximizing returns on FOREX holding
• Responsible for monitoring and ensuring timely renewal of Bank Guarantee;
• Responsible for proper maintenance of files and schedules of supporting documentation.
Skills and Abilities
Essential
• Good financial accounting skills;
• Good written and verbal English proficiency;
• Good analytical skills;
• Ability to render sound and good advice;
• Ability to deliver accurate and timely reports;
• Excellent attention to details
• Computer literate, team player and good interpersonal skills.
Desired
• Proficient in using SAP system or other analogous system
• Proficient in using Microsoft Office applications specifically in Excel and Access.
Qualifications and Experiences
Essential
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent; and
• 3 years in Accounting or Auditing experience preferably in a multi-national firm or non-profit organization
Desired
• Preferably a member of MIA;
• Post-graduate qualification in relevant discipline; and
• Hands-on experience in Treasury functions.
The WorldFish Center offers a competitive remuneration package, a non-discriminatory policy and provides an innovative work environment. Interested applicants are invited to submit a comprehensive curriculum vitae that includes names and contacts (telephone, fax, and e-mail addresses) of three (3) professional referees who are familiar with the candidate's qualifications and work experience. You are required to submit your application (with indication on the subject line “Application for the position of Accountant – Treasury & Financial”) and indicate in your
application the source of this advertisement (where you saw the job announcement) to the Human Resources Strategy and Services Unit at * worldfish-hr@cgiar.org* or via JobStreet. Initial screening of applications will begin on 1 April 2011. Position will remain open until filled. This is a national position based at WorldFish Headquarters in Penang, Malaysia. Only short-listed candidates will be notified.
WorldFish is committed to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and strives for staff diversity in gender and nationality.
*ACCOUNTANT – TREASURY & FINANCIAL*
(6 months temporary)
Key Responsibilities
• Responsible for Treasury functions including -
o Liaising with bankers, recording, and accounting of banking and cash transactions including identification of incoming funds;
o Timely and accurate accounting of treasury transactions for monthly closing – Bank Charges, Investments and Bank Guarantee;
o Timely maintenance and reporting of treasury related records – Cash Book and Cash Position report
o Timely reconciliation and maintenance of HQ bank accounts and coordination of reconciliation of Regional Office bank accounts.
• Responsible for monitoring and controlling the cash flow of the Centre including monitoring investments, receipts and disbursements and preparation of cash position report and cash flow projections.
• Responsible for establishing safe bank based on the Investment Guidelines and bank accreditation procedures and criteria and conduct annual evaluation of banking service providers
• Responsible for timely resolution of long outstanding bank reconciling items for all bank accounts for the Center and Regional Offices
• Responsible for the management of exchange rate for project budget and maximizing returns on FOREX holding
• Responsible for monitoring and ensuring timely renewal of Bank Guarantee;
• Responsible for proper maintenance of files and schedules of supporting documentation.
Skills and Abilities
Essential
• Good financial accounting skills;
• Good written and verbal English proficiency;
• Good analytical skills;
• Ability to render sound and good advice;
• Ability to deliver accurate and timely reports;
• Excellent attention to details
• Computer literate, team player and good interpersonal skills.
Desired
• Proficient in using SAP system or other analogous system
• Proficient in using Microsoft Office applications specifically in Excel and Access.
Qualifications and Experiences
Essential
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent; and
• 3 years in Accounting or Auditing experience preferably in a multi-national firm or non-profit organization
Desired
• Preferably a member of MIA;
• Post-graduate qualification in relevant discipline; and
• Hands-on experience in Treasury functions.
The WorldFish Center offers a competitive remuneration package, a non-discriminatory policy and provides an innovative work environment. Interested applicants are invited to submit a comprehensive curriculum vitae that includes names and contacts (telephone, fax, and e-mail addresses) of three (3) professional referees who are familiar with the candidate's qualifications and work experience. You are required to submit your application (with indication on the subject line “Application for the position of Accountant – Treasury & Financial”) and indicate in your
application the source of this advertisement (where you saw the job announcement) to the Human Resources Strategy and Services Unit at * worldfish-hr@cgiar.org* or via JobStreet. Initial screening of applications will begin on 1 April 2011. Position will remain open until filled. This is a national position based at WorldFish Headquarters in Penang, Malaysia. Only short-listed candidates will be notified.
WorldFish is committed to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and strives for staff diversity in gender and nationality.
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