State Institution “Agriculture Entrepreneurship Development” (SI AED)
Strengthening Resilience of the Agriculture Sector Project (SRASP)

RECRUITMENT: Chief Accountant -1 position

BACKGROUND
The Strengthening Resilience of the Agriculture Sector Project is an IDA grant in the amount of US$ 58 million prepared to support Tajikistan for the purpose of foundations for a more resilient agriculture sector refer 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 project is implemented by the State Institution Agriculture Entrepreneurship Development Project Management Unit (SI AED PMU).

PROJECT OBJECTIVE
The development objective of the proposed project is to strengthen the foundations for a more resilient agricultural sector in Tajikistan.

State Institution “Agriculture Entrepreneurship Development” (SI AED) now invites qualified specialists with relevant work experience to participate in the competitive selection for the vacant position of the Chief Accountant.

RESPONSIBILITIES
In his/her activity, the Chief Accountant must follow the World Bank Guidelines, the Project Operational Manual of SRASP, the current legislation of the Republic of Tajikistan and other fundamental documents. He/she will be responsible for the following tasks:

• Coordination with Financial Management Consultant on all matters of accounting and reporting, and accounting software, in accordance with the Project Grant Agreement of the SRASP and other fundamental financial management and disbursement documents.
• Participate in the planning of the annual and quarterly budgets of the Project, as well as prepare detailed cost estimates for the entire range of the budget and participate in the preparation of plans for each component of the Project.
• Participate in the preparation and undertake relevant FM activities related to commercial grant programs by: (i) verifying financial reporting on grants received by farmer groups; and (ii) monitoring their execution in accordance with the agreed requirements as well as the execution of the contributions provided by the grant beneficiaries.
• Preparation and implementation of the chart of accounts in accounting software, in accordance with the reporting requirements of the World Bank and the Government of the Republic of Tajikistan, as well as making changes to the chart of accounts that meets changing requirements.
• Regularly checking/preparing accounting books (cash book, bank book, general ledger, etc.) from the software and maintaining relevant accounting records.
• Preparation of information necessary for generation of quarterly financial reports from software, in accordance with the planned schedule and the requirements of the World Bank (according to the approved formats).
• Preparation of internal monthly accounting reports.
• Confirmation of accounting entries that are entered on a daily basis in accounting software.
• Organization of project assets inventory at reasonable intervals (at least annually) and preparation of reports on surpluses and shortages of physical assets in comparison with the records made in General Ledger and in accounting software.
• Make payments for eligible project expenditures and prepare payment orders and timely make payments from the Designated Account to the Suppliers in accordance with the contract terms.
• Prepare all necessary documentation (Withdrawal Applications, Statement Of Expenditures, summary sheets, etc.) for submission to the World Bank, timely request replenishment/recovery of the Designated Account as prescribed in the Disbursement and Financial Information Letter.
• Conduct regular reconciliations of bank account balances against project financing accounts, as well as Client Connection System of the World Bank. Conduct regular revaluation of foreign currency on undisbursed balances of project funds.
• Prepare draft Annual Financial Reporting to be checked and audited and collaborate with auditors with respect to annual financial audit of the project.
• Follow up on audit recommendations and observations.
• Preparation and submission of quarterly IFR (Interim Financial Reporting) to the World Bank within the terms and in the manner specified in legal agreements.
• Collaborate with World Bank missions to conduct regular financial project management supervision and appropriately review comments and recommendations.
• Maintaining a register of fixed assets for equipment purchased from project funds.
• Submit timely reports to government bodies on all issues related to the implementation of the Project; evaluate and timely make tax payments to the state budget.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
• Higher education in Accounting, Finance or other related fields;
• At least 5 years of experience in Accounting, Management based on the standards of International Financial Institutions or with WB projects;
• Excellent knowledge of “1-C Accounting” software and good accounting practices. The knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) or their equivalent (IPSAS) would be an advantage;
• 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, good knowledge of English.

APPLICATION PROCESS
A cover letter (2 pages maximum) and resume (3 pages maximum) clearly demonstrating how applicants meet essential qualifications and asset criteria should be submitted to: State Institution “Agriculture Entrepreneurship Development” (SI AED) at Этот адрес электронной почты защищен от спам-ботов. У вас должен быть включен JavaScript для просмотра. with “Chief Accountant” in the subject line by no later than January 10, 2022 until 5:00 pm. Only full packages will be considered.
Applicants for the position of the Chief Accountant 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 (Terms of Reference and Scope of Services) of the Chief Accountant in the SI AED PMU at the address: Rudaki district, Jamoat Russia, Village 1-may, 432. Republic of Tajikistan, State Institution “Agriculture Entrepreneurship Development” (SI AED)
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