Experienced Accountant
Project Maji

Are you looking for a part-time, flexible accountancy role that can be combined with a busy family life? Want to contribute to a more just world, and wish to pursue a career within a purpose-driven organization? Join Project Maji (Maji meaning water in Swahili), a non-profit safe water enterprise working to alleviate rural water poverty in Sub-Saharan Africa. Our committed, passionate team is on a mission to provide 1 million people with sustainable access to safe drinking water by installing solar-powered water kiosks, leveraging novel technologies to solve stubborn development issues.

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The role is Dubai-based and we are looking for an experienced accountant to support our global team for 1-2 days a week. We have an office in JLT, but flexible and remote working is the new norm. It is an ideal position for a mother who wishes to return to the workplace or anyone who is looking for true flexibility yet pursuing a meaningful career at the same time. This position is critical to support our rapidly expanding global operations, transforming lives through water.

 

Job Description:

• Keep books and records independently

• Produce consolidated management and financial accounts on a timely basis

• Hands-on experience in handling project costing, full set of accounts, and preparing financial analysis for management review

• Monitoring cash flow and three overseas offices’ accounting records.

• Office administration when necessary.

 

Skills:

• At least 5 years’ experience in preparing accounts independently

• Formal educational training in accountancy

• Well-versed with latest accounting software

• Be able to meet tight deadlines, be flexible and work under pressure

• Good command of written and spoken English

• Strong communication skills

• Affinity with sustainable development and international relations

• Lastly, we are looking for a colleague who is equally passionate about making a difference, contributing to SDG 6.1, universal access to safe water.

 

Education:

Formal educational training in accountancy, University Graduate.

 

Apply:

We look forward to receiving your short introduction letter, with your CV, to info@projectmaji.org. Only candidates with a cover letter will be considered, LinkedIn applications will not be considered.