The Accountant will carry out duties designed to meet the objectives of the MSI/KONEKTE project in Haiti from the accounting, legal compliance and finance perspective. Pursuant to MSI’s contract with USAID/Haiti and reporting to the MSI/KONEKTE Director of Finance and Administration and/ or the Chief of Party (COP), the Accountant will have the following duties and responsibilities:

• Maintain all records for program accounts in accordance with applicable laws.
• Process expenditures by using accounting standards and procedures established by MSI and USAID, while adhering to Haitian laws.
• Ensure all cash transactions are current and prepare supporting documents (disbursements, receipts, and vouchers).
• Enter all project expenditures into QuickBooks, following the instructions and methodologies recommended by MSI.
• Prepare and submit transfer requests based on the financial needs of the project to MSI headquarters.
• Verify payroll and financial reports for accuracy.
• Assist in the preparation of required financial reports.
• Prepare and check accounting documents, including but not limited to the application of advances, bills, and travel expense reports.
• Organize all files and relevant financial documents to be sent to MSI headquarters.
• Process checks and monthly payments according to time sheets, bills, social security deductions and any other transfer requests
• Perform any other tasks assigned by the MSI Director of Finance and Administration and/or the Chief of Party

• A degree in accounting or related field is required; accounting expertise is preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in overseeing accounting duties for similar projects
• Thorough knowledge of Quick books and other accounting software.
• Extensive experience with projects financed by donors in Haiti is preferable.
• Extensive experience with USAID contracts and regulations is preferable.
• Ability to work in teams and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Fluency in English, French and Creole.

The Accountant will report to the MSI Director of Finance and Administration and/or the Chief of Party.

curriculum vitae along with support documentation

MSI is an EEO/AA/ADA Veterans Employer.