Job Description

About CorpsAfrica:Founded in 2011, CorpsAfrica provides opportunities for young Africans to serve as volunteers in their own countries along the lines of the Peace Corps model. We train university-educated young Africans and send them to live for up to one year in rural, high-poverty communities to facilitate small-scale, high-impact projects that are identified by local people. CorpsAfrica aims to promote a culture of public service in Africa by giving participants the opportunity to apply their education, skills, and energy toward helping their fellow citizens overcome extreme poverty.CorpsAfrica has steadily expanded operations from Morocco to Senegal, Malawi, Rwanda, Ghana, Kenya, Ethiopia, The Gambia, and Uganda over the last decade. Having successfully proven the power and effectiveness of the model, CorpsAfrica has begun to receive significant funding from large donors. As we reach a point of significant inflection leading to future expansion, we seek to add motivated, capable, and highly effective staff to our team.Overview of the Position:Reporting to the Country Director of CorpsAfrica/South Africa, the Bookkeeper will ensure that all financial reporting is complete and on time. He or she will work closely with staff at all levels to collect and record all financial data into a useful database, reconcile all entries, and provide monthly statements for the headquarters reconciliation. This is a full-time position based in Johannesburg, South Africa.CLASSIFICATION: Full-time
SALARY AND BENEFITS: CorpsAfrica offers a competitive, comprehensive salary and benefits package commensurate with experience for their staff according to local customs and standards.
LOCATION: South Africa
REPORTS TO: Country DirectorSpecific Responsibilities:

• Analyze and present financial reports in an accurate and timely manner; clearly communicate monthly and annual financial statements; oversee all financial, project/program and grants accounting.
• Assist the Country Director in managing the organizational cash flow and forecasting and ensuring that the monthly reporting and reconciliation are adhered to, that financial data and cash flow are steady and support operational requirements, and effectively communicate and present critical financial matters.
• Provide information and feedback on CorpsAfricaxe2x80x99s human resources administration financial policies and requirements (taxes, insurance, etc.).
• Other responsibilities as requested by the Country Director.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related degree.
• Ability to translate financial concepts to xe2x80x93 and to effectively collaborate with -- programmatic and fundraising colleagues who do not necessarily have finance backgrounds
• Technologically savvy with experience in accounting and reporting software
• Fluency in English and two primary South African languages is required.

TO APPLY:Interested applicants should send CV and Cover letter that illustrates qualifications relevant to this role through JazzHR. The deadline to apply is July 15, 2024.As an Equal Opportunity Employer, CorpsAfrica encourages applications from all individuals regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, marital status, physical ability or any other legally protected basis.Powered by JazzHR

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