The project ENSERES (ENhancing Socio-Ecological RESilience in Mediterranean coastal areas) is funded by the European Union under the Euro-Mediterranean cooperation program ENI CBC Med. The project is led by ETC-UMA and executed in partnership with Tyre Coast Nature Reserve (TCNR), the Specially Protected Areas Regional Activity Centre (UNEP/MAP-SPA/RAC, based in Tunisia), MedCities (Mediterranean Cities Network, Spain), MedPAN (Mediterranean Marine Protected Areas Network, France), the MedSea Foundation (Italy), and the Sfax Municipal authority in Tunisia.ENSERES will help to exchange techniques for better management knowledge across the Mediterranean shores. It will provide management tools for improving the ecological and social resilience of coastal communities in the Mediterranean area.

The main responsibilities of the auditor will be the following:

  • Perform audit of the project accounts.
  • Produce timely reports on the projects account.
  • Working with TCNR and government agencies to research and solve problems and develop policies and procedures that comply with current legislation.
  • Analyzing, evaluating, developing, and implementing new control systems optimize operations or utilize new technologies.
  • Recording, reviewing, and interpreting data to determine the effectiveness of operations.
  • Examining records, reports, receipts, or other documents and comparing them to TCNR assets and liabilities.
  • Bringing TCNR strengths and weaknesses to management's attention and providing advice as they develop responses or fixes for these issues.
  • Generating reports and presenting findings to management or other interested parties.
  • Maintaining awareness of current industry trends, technology, and developments.
  • Handling additional duties and special projects to ensure the project is operating efficiently, effectively, and in compliance with all current regulations.

Qualification and Skills

  • Bachelor degree in accounting or finance or a related field. A Certified Public Accountant (CPA) credential or Master degree is an advantage.
  • Registered auditor/firm at the Lebanese Association of Certified Public accountants (LACPA) which in turn is member of the International Federation of Accountants (IFAC), according to the requirements set by the ENI Implementing Rules (art. 32) and in compliance with the national requirements.
  • Strong understanding of accounting, banking laws, regulations, and internal controls.
  • Sound understanding of audit theories, principles, and practices.
  • Familiarity with general accounting practices and techniques.
  • Reporting audit findings and recommending improvements
  • Proficient verbal and written communication skills.
  • Proficiency with computers, especially bookkeeping or financial software and MS Office.
  • Fluent in English and Arabic, both spoken and written.
  • Knowledge of French is an asset.

Professional experience

  • 3-6 years of experience in financial accounting, auditing, or a combination thereof, preferably in public accounting.
  • Proven experience as an External Auditor.
  • Previous experience in auditing international projects funded by public funds, especially EU funds.
  • Strong interpersonal skills, critical thinking skills.
  • Keen attention to detail, problem-solving, and time management skills.
  • Comfortability working in a collaborative environment.

How to apply

How to apply

The application shall include the following:

  • Resume (for persons, or auditing companies) with complete list of previous project auditing experience.
  • A declaration filled/signed/stamped by the auditor using this template (Model 2 attached) along with all required annexes;
  • The full procurement procedure, including a quotation and an evaluation report (if any).

Please submit your application file to: [email protected]/ and Project Manager: [email protected] specifying ENSERES  Auditor in the email subject.

 

Application deadline is February 28th, 2022. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted for further file compilation.
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Expired
Deadline
Monday, 28. Feb 2022
Type of Call
Call for Consultancies
Intervention Sector(s):
Good governance and transparency, Humanitarian & Development Financing, Law & Legal Affairs
Remuneration range:
1000 to 2000 (USD)
Duration of Contract:
2 years
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