Recruitment of Accountant

1. Background

Waste Concern Consultants (WCC) is a professional consulting firm working in solid waste management, sanitation, resource recovery, the circular economy, environmental management, climate change, policy development, and related urban and environmental services. WCC implements a number of consulting assignments financed by government agencies, development partners, municipalities and other national and international organizations.

To strengthen its financial management and ensure timely, accurate, and transparent accounting of organizational and project-related transactions, WCC intends to recruit an experienced and competent Accountant.

2. Position

Position: Accountant
Number of Positions: 1
Duty Station: Dhaka, Bangladesh
Reporting To: Senior Accounts & Finance Manager
Employment Type: Full-time
Contract Duration: Initially one year, renewable subject to satisfactory performance

3. Objective of the Position

The Accountant will be responsible for maintaining accurate and up-to-date financial records of WCC and its projects, ensuring proper financial documentation and internal controls, monitoring project budgets and expenditures, supporting tax and VAT compliance, preparing financial reports, and providing timely financial information to management.

4. Scope of Responsibilities

The Accountant will perform the following key duties:

1. Accounting and Financial Records

• Maintain day-to-day books of accounts and accounting records of WCC and assigned projects.
• Record income, expenditure, receivables, payables, advances and other financial transactions accurately and on a timely basis.
• Prepare and maintain payment, receipt and journal vouchers with appropriate supporting documents and approvals.
• Maintain project-wise and budget-head-wise financial records.
• Ensure proper filing and safe custody of financial documents, both hard copy and electronic.

1. Bank, Cash and Reconciliation

• Maintain bank and cash books for WCC accounts and projects.
• Prepare monthly bank reconciliation statements and resolve outstanding/reconciliation items.
• Maintain petty cash records and conduct periodic cash verification.
• Monitor bank balances and cash requirements and provide information to management as required.

1. Project Accounting and Budget Monitoring

• Maintain separate and up-to-date accounts for individual WCC projects.
• Monitor project expenditure against approved budgets.
• Prepare monthly Budget vs. Actual Expenditure Statements and identify significant variances.
• Track project advances, commitments, receivables and outstanding payments.
• Support Project Managers in preparing project financial statements, invoices and expenditure claims.
• Ensure that project expenditures are properly authorized and charged to the appropriate budget heads.

1. Accounts Payable, Receivable and Advances

• Process payments to suppliers, consultants, sub-consultants and service providers after verifying supporting documents and approvals.
• Maintain accounts payable and accounts receivable registers.
• Monitor outstanding client receivables and supplier liabilities.
• Maintain staff and project advance registers and ensure timely settlement of outstanding advances.
• Review staff expense claims and supporting documentation before settlement.

1. Payroll, Tax and VAT

• Assist in preparation and processing of monthly staff payroll.
• Maintain salary and staff-related financial records.
• Calculate and deduct applicable withholding taxes and VAT as required.
• Maintain tax and VAT registers and supporting documentation.
• Assist in preparation and submission of applicable tax/VAT returns, statements and certificates.
• Keep management informed of significant tax, VAT or statutory compliance issues.

1. Financial Reporting and Audit

• Prepare monthly income and expenditure statements, cash position, project expenditure reports and other financial reports required by management.
• Prepare financial schedules and supporting documents required for project reporting.
• Maintain complete and audit-ready financial records.
• Support internal and external auditors by providing vouchers, ledgers, bank reconciliations, tax/VAT records and other required documents.
• Follow up on audit queries and assist management in addressing audit observations.

5. Qualifications and Experience

The candidate should have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or a related discipline.
• Professional qualification or partly qualified CA/ACCA/CMA will be an advantage.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant professional experience in accounting and financial management.
• Experience in project-based organizations, consulting firms, NGOs, development projects or similar organizations will be preferred.
• Good knowledge of Bangladesh income tax and VAT requirements.
• Good working knowledge of MS Excel and accounting software such as Tally.
• Experience in project accounting, budget monitoring, payroll, bank reconciliation and audit preparation will be an advantage.

6. Key Competencies

The successful candidate should demonstrate:

• High level of integrity and confidentiality;
• Accuracy and attention to detail;
• Strong financial and analytical skills;
• Good organizational and record-keeping ability;
• Ability to manage multiple project accounts;
• Ability to meet deadlines;
• Good communication and interpersonal skills; and
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

7. Key Performance Indicators

The Accountant’s performance will be assessed based on:

1. Timely completion of monthly accounts;
2. Accurate and timely bank reconciliations;
3. Up-to-date project-wise accounts and budget monitoring;
4. Timely preparation of financial reports;
5. Proper management and settlement of advances;
6. Timely tax and VAT compliance;
7. Accuracy and timeliness of payroll;
8. Completeness and accessibility of financial documentation;
9. Timely response to audit requirements; and
10. Proper maintenance and handover of financial records.

8. Remuneration and Application

Salary will be determined by WCC based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience and suitability for the position and WCC’s salary grades.

Interested candidates are requested to submit the following documents to Waste Concern Consultants (WCC) by September 30, 2026:

• Updated CV/Resume
• Copies of relevant academic and professional certificates
• Details of relevant professional experience
• Expected remuneration

Applications should be submitted by email to: Waste Concern Consultants (WCC)
Email: office@wasteconcern.org

Please mention the position applied for in the subject line of the email.

WCC reserves the right to shortlist candidates and make the final selection based on qualifications, experience and organizational requirements.