Cooperazione Internazionale (COOPI) is an international Italian NGO established in 1965. Since its establishment, COOPI has been undertaking activities to help and empower the poor and needy in different countries. COOPI Sudan started its operation in 2004 and has been primarily implementing emergency, relief and early recovery programs in water hygiene and sanitation, food security and livelihood, nutrition and protection sectors.

COOPI is currently implementing several projects in North Darfur, Gadaref and Khartoum in the sectors of WASH, Food Security and Livelihood, Climate Change adaptation, Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) and Refugee Response.

To be responsible for the efficient and effective production of Accounting Function in Coordination office including financial management, partner financial management capacity, budgeting, donor reporting and general accounting support within COOPI Sudan Gadaref  office. To work with the Area Administrator to enhance strategic financial management, manage risks and liabilities, enhance programmatic effectiveness through ensuring compliance with donor expectations and requirements and ensuring good stewardship and operational efficiency

• Assist in performing their duties oversee the preparation of accounts payable, accounts receivable, bills, and other financial documents. They utilize specialized accounting tools and software to input and manage.
• provide administrative and clerical support to accounting managers or senior accountants. He/she will execute his/her duties in accordance to COOPI’s Policies & Procedues and donor guidelines. He/she will effectively and efficiently support Admin systems, processes and activities to deliver quality programing on time in line with organizational strategy, donor requirements and within allocated budgets.
• Supervise daily operations within the scope of accounts receivable and accounts payable.
• Authorize and oversee the processing of pre-requisition order within set standards.
• Collaborate with admins and Area Admin to ensure smooth running of an organization’s accounts department.
• Assist admins in the preparation of annual expenditure patterns.
• Oversee the collection, deposit, and reconciliation of bank funds and accounts.
• Ensure timely preparation and submission of tax returns.
• Provide customer support services and assist in the resolution of client complaints or problems.
• Maintain useful financial information regarding projected outturns and bank variances.
• Ensure compliance with statutory accounting standards and audit practices.
• Conduct monthly management checks and regular housekeeping activities in order to maintain an efficient financial system.
• Prepare and present regular accounting reports to the management accountant to update them on company financial situation.
• Ensure accruals and prepayment concepts are applied to processed transactions.
• Process payments and financial documents such as invoices, statements, and vouchers.
• Maintains customer confidence and protects operations by keeping financial information confidential.

Partner Financial Management capacity

• Work with the Area Administrator to ensure standardized financial management guidelines for partners are documented and implemented and capacity building is provided as needed.
• Work with Coordination Finance Officers/accountant to document and support partner financial management and capacity.
• Support partner capacity on all financial matters as needed.

Budgeting

• Work with budget holders to review partner budgets and ensure accuracy.
• To work with the Area Administrator to ensure all Budget Managers are fully aware and in control of their budgets and are held accountable for expenses incurred, and for the resolution of any data discrepancies. 
• Supporting budget development at proposal development stages as may be called upon.

General Accounting

• To work with the Area Administrator - to ensure effective financial systems and procedures within all offices and oversee implementation.
• Working alongside Country Administrator - to ensure that all Coordination offices have in place comprehensive systems for audit, compliance and risk management.
• To be responsible for the continuous improvement and development of financial systems for all Coordination offices.
• Provide leave cover for all other Finance staff.
• Any other duties commensurate with the accountabilities of the post

•  A Bachelor’s degree or diploma.
• At least two years of experience as a bookkeeper. 
• Higher education may be an added advantage.
• Analytical Skills: accountants are able to conduct audits to identify and resolve discrepancies in financial documents
• Interpersonal Skills: They are adept at working with Admins and a team of finance professionals to achieve a common objective
• Bookkeeping Skills: They are skilled in preparing and maintaining accurate accounts documents.