Accountant Recruitment at the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB)

Employment Nigeria 28-Jun-2018 ABUJA , Banking and Finance

The Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) is a multilateral development bank (MDB) which funds its projects and other developmental activities using Islamic finance. Hence, the name “Islamic”. Founded in 1975, the IsDB is headquartered in Jeddah, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The purpose of the Bank is to foster economic development and social progress of its member countries.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Accountant

Ref ID: IDB2030
Business Unit: Finance Complex
Division: Not Applicable
Department: Financial Control Department

Job Purpose

Process, review, record, maintain, and reconcile financial transactions in the regional hub.
Provide financial analysis and oversight over all financial transactions in the regional hub to ensure compliance with internal financial controls and Bank rules.
Support detailed analysis, annual planning and periodic forecasting of the expenses, produce monthly financial reports relating to the regional hub, participate in developing, enhancing and implementing controls.

Key Accountabilities
Financial Accounting & Reporting:

Update and maintain the general ledger and chart of accounts to reflect the transactional activities of regional hub accounts, ensuring that proper books of accounts are maintained for effective financial control in accordance with Bank standards and local statutory requirements
Examine and analyze accounting records, financial statements, or other financial reports to assess accuracy, completeness, and conformance to reporting and procedural standards
Reconcile sub ledger reports on a monthly basis in addition to creating the final trial balance to ensure quality and efficiency in the deliverables
Manage invoicing and the collection of receivables and payments
Verify all vendor invoices and prepare for approval to ensure a smooth and efficient payment processing
Registration and maintenance of regional hub’s fixed assets; evaluation of fixed assets and adjusting for depreciation as per fixed asset accounting policy
Manage cash flow and petty cash in regional hub and ensure that all transactions are recorded clearly
Perform financial analysis as requested for both internal and external use

Payroll:

Ensure proper recording and accuracy of all transactions related to payroll at regional hub, ensuring compliance with payroll processes
Review and validate payroll summary reports for regional hub through coordination with the relevant HR team

Analysis:

Analyze financial or operating data to satisfy regulatory requirements
Assess data for integrity and analytical purposes as and when required
Assist in standard or ad hoc analyses to meet variety of management objectives

Policies and Procedures:

Contribute to formulation of policies and guidelines governing accounting practices at regional hub.
Provide guidance on interpretation of IDB Group policies and procedures, and legislative regulations applicable for the regional hub.

Job Requirements
Academic qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration or related field is required
Certification in CA, ACCA or CPA is preferred.

Languages:

English (mandatory)
French (mandatory)
Minimum number of years and nature of experience
4-7 years experience in finance and accounting, multilateral institute experience is preferred
ERP experience.

Job specific competencies:

Adaptability
Building Relationships
Knowledge, Learning and Communication
Problem Solving
Stakeholder Management
Teamwork
Bank Knowledge
Financial Management
Accounting
Product Knowledge
Business Process Knowledge
Client Centricity and Responsiveness
Motivation to Learn and Share
Passion for Excellence
Analytical Thinking
Communication Effectiveness
Drive for Results

Travel requirements:

Travel as needed.

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Accountant Recruitment at the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB)

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