Officer, Accounts (BRAC Dairy and Food Project)

• Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting, and related practices.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Capable of handling multiple responsibilities, prioritizing tasks effectively, meeting deadlines, and working efficiently under pressure.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with colleagues and stakeholders.
• Demonstrate a high level of integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism when handling financial and sensitive information.
• Able to perform effectively in high-pressure environments and within tight deadlines.
• Proactive, self-motivated, and committed to achieving assigned objectives.
• Capable of completing assigned responsibilities independently with minimal supervision.
• Maintain strong financial accountability and ensure proper control, accuracy, and transparency in financial-related activities.

• Review and verify all account-related registers, including cash books, ledgers, stock registers, and other records maintained at chilling centers, and take necessary corrective measures whenever discrepancies are identified.
• Ensure weekly milk bill payments are processed in accordance with BDFP policies and procedures, and promptly address any irregularities or issues.
• Review employee leave records, salary registers, travel bills, and various provisions in compliance with HR policies and procedures, taking appropriate action to resolve identified issues.
• Examine all bill vouchers, support auditors during audit activities, and assist local management before and after audits in preparing accurate and reliable responses to internal audit observations and compliance requirements.
• Verify that responsible employees properly follow established policies and procedures related to farmer bonuses, fixed asset management, depreciation calculations, and fixed asset schedule preparation.
• Ensure active participation in the monthly preparation, review, and timely submission of chilling center accounts to the Head Office.
• Participate as a committee member in activities related to local procurement, construction work, machinery repairs, and disposal of damaged or obsolete materials.
• Coordinate with relevant government offices and ensure the timely collection, renewal, and maintenance of all required certificates and licenses for chilling center operations, including trade, environmental, premises, health, fire, and industrial licenses.

Safeguarding Responsibilities

• Promote a safe working environment by protecting team members from harm, abuse, neglect, harassment, and exploitation, while providing appropriate support and guidance on safeguarding matters.
• Promote awareness and compliance with safeguarding policies among team members and ensure that safeguarding standards are incorporated into all relevant activities and operations.
• Follow established safeguarding reporting procedures for any reportable incidents and encourage team members to promptly report concerns through the appropriate channels.