Chemonics International seeks Bookkeeper

Scope of Work
Bookkeeper

I. Overview
Chemonics International was founded in 1975 and is one of the largest U.S.
consulting firms providing
expertise in developing and emerging-market countries for initiatives financed by the U.S.
Agency for International Development (USAID).


II. Position
Name
Bookkeeper

III. Specific Duties

The Bookkeeperwill at all
times adhere to and act according to the Chemonics Professional Code of Ethics
(“Living Our Values”) and will make the principles of the Code a part of the
project’s culture and standard operating procedures.

Under the FinanceManager’s direction the Bookkeeperalso shouldbe ready to undertake other project duties as
required by the COP and DCOP, if needed.

Primary responsibility is to assists
with all project bookkeeping tasks and perform basic financial functions. Detailed job responsibilities are listed below
include, but not limited to, the following:
§    Receive invoices from vendors;  manage and ensure timely payment by the
project.
§    Prepare documentation for all
payment transactionsincluding but not limited to vouchers, checks and transfer
forms. Ensure that appropriate documentation and approvals are obtained.
§    Maintain the project’s accounting
files system. Make sure that all vouchers are in order, completed properly and
have bank slips/copy of checks attached.
§    Maintain the tax files for the
project, recorded and paid in timely manner.
§    Prepare daily Bank Reconciliation.
§    Assist Finance Manager to prepare
payroll for all local staff based in Jakarta.
§    Explain basic accounting principles
in line withUSAID and Chemonics regulations to staff and consultants, as
necessary.
§    Perform other general bookkeeping
duties as needed and other duties as assigned by Finance Manager.

 
IV. Qualifications 

·        Excellent organizational
and bookkeeping skills.
·        Minimum Bachelor decree
·        at least 3 years of experience as bookkeeper or finance
officer with
large-scale international projects.
·        Ability
to work in a fast-paced environment.
·        Ability
to complete multiple tasks efficiently withattention to detail.
·        Proficiency
in MS `Office software including Microsoft Excel, Access, and Word.
·        Proven familiarity with accounting software programs
such as QuickBooks
·        Knowledge
of USAID policies, procedures, rules and regulations is preferable.
* Strong inter-personal and communication skills are desired.
·        Proficiency
in speaking, reading, and writing English.

V. Reporting

The Bookkeeper reports directly to the Finance Manager. He/She will prepare regular oral and
written progress reports that demonstrate the status of project activities
toward expected results, as well as other reports as required.

Interested applicants for this position are
requested to send a cover letter and resume to us.chemonics@gmail.com no
later than 27 March2013. Please indicate the position in the subject line.  Only the
strongest candidates will be contacted. No telephone inquiries.