INVITATION FOR PARTICIPATION IN THE COMPETITION
RECRUITMENT: Accounting Specialist – 1 position
1. BACKGROUND
The Strengthening Resilience of the Agriculture Sector Project is funded by the International Development Association (IDA) grant in the amount of US$ 58 million prepared to support Tajikistan for the purpose of building foundations for a more resilient agriculture sector referring to the availability of public agricultural services, including improved seeds, seedlings, and planting materials; agri-logistical services; agrometeorological information, soil testing, locust control, and crop protection. The World Bank approved additional grant financing of US$50 million equivalent grant from the IDA20 Crisis Response Window Early Response Financing (CRW ERF) as additional financing to the SRASP (SRASP AF).
The development objective of the SRASP AF is to strengthen the foundations for a more resilient agricultural sector and support emergency interventions to address food and nutrition security in Tajikistan. The project will provide additional financing (AF) for the following components: (i) strengthening seed, seedling, and planting material systems; (ii) support investments in agri-logistical centers (ALCs) for horticulture value chains; (iii) strengthen public capacity for crises prevention and management; and (iv) project management and coordination.
The Project is implemented by the Ministry of Agriculture of the Republic of Tajikistan through the State Institute “Agriculture Entrepreneurship Development” which is Project Management Unit for the World Bank-funded Strengthening Resilience of the Agriculture Sector Project (SI AED PMU).
2. SCOPE OF WORK
The Accounting Specialist under the overall guidance of the Chief Accountant and Finance Specialist will work closely with Project staff and partners are responsible for the following tasks:
• Keep accurate records of incoming and outgoing payments to the organization;
• Collaborate with team members to provide necessary financial reports to senior-level managers;
• Handle payroll functions as required by the organization;
• Review financial information and documents quarterly and annual basis;
• Assist in the preparation of tax documents for employees and partners;
• Handle general ledger bookkeeping where necessary;
• Look for and provide solutions for accounting irregularities;
• Assist in maintaining a register of fixed assets for equipment purchased from project funds;
• Support duties related to accounts payable and accounts receivable functions;
• Assist with preparation of financial and statistical statements and reports;
• Analyze financial and material information in order to identify discrepancies;
• Research and resolve discrepancies in a timely fashion;
• Follow up on audit recommendations and observations;
• Maintain confidentiality of all financial data;
• Interpret and apply accounting policies, rules, and regulations to all work in order to ensure compliance with applicable standards;
• Compile and prepare routine reports and summaries.
3. QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
• Higher education in Accounting, Finance or other related fields;
• At least 5 years of experience in accounting;
• Excellent knowledge of “1-C Accounting” software and good accounting practices;
• In-depth knowledge of accounting and financial procedures, including the practical knowledge of National Accounting Standards, IFRS or equivalent standards, Tax Legislation of the Republic of Tajikistan;
• Computer literacy, in particular, knowledge of Microsoft Excel and related accounting software;
• Ability to work in a team and communicate well with people;
• Excellent knowledge of Tajik and Russian.
4. APPLICATION PROCESS
SI AED PMU now invites qualified specialists with relevant work experience to participate in the competitive selection for the vacant position of the Accounting Specialist.
A cover letter and resume in English or Russian languages clearly demonstrating how applicants meet essential qualifications and asset criteria should be submitted to: SI AED PMU at
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with “Accounting Specialist” in the subject line by no later than March 10, 2023 until 17:00. Only full packages will be considered.
Applicants for the position of the Accounting Specialist will be selected in accordance with the procedures specified in the “Guidelines for the selection and hiring of Specialists by the World Bank”.
You can get acquainted with the full Terms of Reference of the Accounting Specialist in the SI AED PMU at the address: Rudaki district, Jamoat Russia, Village 1-may, house no: 432, Republic of Tajikistan.
Contact phone: (44) 610 00 13; 610 00 14; e-mail:
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; website: www.pmutacp.tj
