About the Job

Job Title: Cashier Accountant

Company: Farm Africa

Location: Metu Field Office with frequent travel to project implementation sites

Location Type: Office / Field

Employment Type: Full-time (One-year duration with possibilities of extension; 60 working days probation period)

Salary: GBP 443 per month

Number of People Required: 1

Deadline: July 11th, 2026

Purpose of the Role

The Cashier Accountant provides secretarial, record-keeping, and office support services, manages project petty cash, and processes payments. Additionally, the role supports the Project Finance and Admin Officer in asset/materials management, controlling and monitoring financial operations, and providing administrative support to the project team.

Key Tasks & Responsibilities

• Financial & Cash Management: Handle and manage project petty cash according to standard norms; prepare payment documents, attendance sheets, and monthly petty cash reconciliations/reports; review payments against the budget, rules, and regulations.

• Logistics & Asset Operations: Manage project compound utilities (telephone, electricity, water) and office transport; handle purchased materials and fuel coupons, ensuring secure store management and timely use.

• Procurement Support: Deliver and verify procurement documents; ensure the integrity of the procurement process following the organization’s procurement manual guidelines.

• Administration: Handle incoming/outgoing correspondence chronologically; maintain systematic filing of financial and office records; assist line management with staff recruitment, disciplinary issues, and source document verifications.

• Safeguarding & Ethical Conduct: Strictly comply with Farm Africa’s Safeguarding Policy and Code of Conduct, ensuring the safety of beneficiaries, preventing discrimination or harassment, and reporting any concerns immediately.

About You

Person Specification

• Education & Qualifications:

  • Essential: College Diploma in Accounting, Secretarial Science, Office Management, or a related field, OR a BA degree in Accounting or Management.

• Experience:

  • Essential: Minimum of 4 years of relevant work experience for diploma holders, OR 2 years of relevant work experience for BA degree holders (Career Level: Mid Level 3–5 years).

  • Desirable: Previous experience in store management.

• Skills & Abilities:

  • Familiarity with office equipment operations and a willingness to multi-task on own initiative.

  • Good team player, co-operative, and capable of working under pressure.

  • Deep respect for the culture, beliefs, and traditions of rural and semi-urban communities; valuing community knowledge.

Required Core Skill

• Communication

How To Apply

Qualified candidates who meet the requirements should submit a short CV (maximum of 4 pages) and a cover letter (maximum of 1 page) through the online portal:

👉 Apply via Farm Africa Application Form

(Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Successful candidates will be subject to safer recruitment checks, including reference and background verification).