Accounting Officer

Workplace Circumstances

• Environment: Office
• Languages: English, Khmer
• Location: Phnom Penh

Position Summary

Base in: Phnom Penh and Province

Contract duration: 12 Months (Possible Extension)

Duties & Responsibilities

• Prepare payment and receipt vouchers and ensure transactions have complete supporting documents.
• Record daily financial transactions accurately and on time in QuickBooks or other accounting software.
• Maintain petty cash and update the petty cash book, ensuring proper documentation and reconciliation.
• Maintain bank transaction records and prepare bank reconciliation statements for review.
• Prepare payment for salary tax, withholding tax, and NSSF schedules and supporting documents.
• Monitor staff advances and assists in reviewing expenditure documents and advance settlements.
• Prepare accounting schedules and supporting documents for donor financial reports and annual audits.
• Assist in maintaining fixed asset and inventory records and organizing financial documents.
• Ensure compliance with the organization's Finance and Accounting Policy, donor requirements, and applicable regulations.
• Perform other finance and accounting duties assigned by the supervisor

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.

Work History

• Accounting experience for 2 to 3 years as a minimum

General & Technical Skills

• NGO experience is an advantage.
• Knowledge of bookkeeping, accounting principles, and financial documentation.
• Basic knowledge of Cambodian tax and NSSF requirements.
• Understanding of disability rights.
• Willingness and ability to travel to and work in provinces.
• Experience with QuickBooks and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Strong computer skills: QuickBooks, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and use of the Internet and email.
• Strong attention to detail.

Soft Skills

• Ability to meet deadlines.
• Planning skills.
• High integrity, honesty, confidentiality, and accountability.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Good communication and teamwork skills