Accounts Assistant
Quick answer
Save the Children is hiring an Accounts Assistant at the Balaka District Education Office to manage financial records, budgets, and reporting for the Balaka District Council Project.
- Role
- Accounts Assistant
- Organization
- Save the Children
- Location
- Balaka District Education Office
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Mid
- Category
- Finance & Administration
The role
The Accounts Assistant will support financial management, record keeping, budget monitoring, payment processing, and reporting for the Save the Children–Balaka District Council Project. Based at the Balaka District Education Office, the role involves ensuring compliance with donor and organizational standards while supporting the District Accountant and Project Coordinator.
What you'll do
- Maintain accurate financial records and documentation
- Monitor expenditure against approved budgets
- Process payments (cash, bank transfers, cheques)
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports
- Manage petty cash and conduct bank reconciliations
- Assist in processing salaries and staff allowances
What it takes
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accountancy, Finance, or related field
- At least four years of experience in donor-funded projects
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles
- Proficiency in financial and computer applications
- High level of integrity and attention to detail
- Strong communication and organizational skills
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The role is based at the Balaka District Education Office.
What is the compensation for this position?
The compensation is not specified in the job posting.
What are the key qualifications required?
Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Accountancy or Finance and at least four years of experience in donor-funded projects.
When is the deadline to apply?
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
How to apply
Apply directly on Save the Children's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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