Project Description
The Irrigated Agriculture Inclusive Development Project (IAIDP), a sector project, will increase agricultural value added by improving irrigation and strengthening agricultural value chains in three regions of Myanmar's central dry zone (CDZ).
Job Description
PMU Accountant Assistant is responsible to work under the direct supervision of the PMU
Accountant; specific duties are:
(i) Assist the PMU Accountant/s in the implementation of a sound financial management system;
(ii) Assist the PMU Accountant/s in preparing financial reports, including monthly funds reconciliation, and monthly expenditure statements;
(iii) Assist the Accountant/s to prepare transaction vouchers, and input all transactions into the project management accounting system before submission to the Accountant/s for approval;
(iv) Assist the Accountant/s to process all payments, ensuring that PMU procedures are strictly adhered to;
(v) Assist the Accountant/s to process monthly payroll, payment of salaries to staff and Project contributions;
(vi) Assist the Finance Manager and Accountant/s in the preparation of withdrawal applications and cash flow forecasts;
(vii) Assist in reviewing and monitoring financial returns from implementing partners, including monthly visits to their offices;
(viii) Assist in the preparation and monitoring of annual operational budgets;
(ix) Collate data received from colleagues into the system;
(x) Maintain a well-organized and up-to-date filing system for accounting and financial records;
(xi) Maintain a consolidated contract register of all contracts agreed by implementing departments;
(xii) Provide assistance to the external auditors as required;
(xiii) Collect and review financial reports from implementing partners at district level; and
(xiv) Undertake any other activities assigned by PMU management.

Qualifications and Experiences
• Preferably Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.) or Bachelor of Accounting (Prefer ACCA or LCCI);
• Minimum 1.5-2 years’ experience and extensive knowledge in relevant fields in Myanmar;
• Experience in working with international consultants, government institutions, community-based organizations, and non-governmental organizations (NGOs);
• Preferably above-average communication skills in written and spoken English;
• Ability to work with team and eager to work in Government Projects; and
• A working knowledge of ADB’s safeguards, good governance, and anti-corruption policies.