Posted on April 12, 2026 | Job ID: 1970
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT @ AMG Global
Job Title: Accountant – Phuka Incubation Project
Job Type/Location: Full Time, Lilongwe, Malawi
ACCOUNTANT – AGRA PHUKA INCUBATION PROJECT
ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY
Our Client, Standard Bank, in partnership with Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa (AGRA), is seeking to recruit a high-caliber Accountant to support the delivery of the AGRA Phuka Incubation Project.
This is a mission-critical role within a flagship agricultural development initiative designed to:
Strengthen over 2,500 agri-SMEs
Expand access to finance and markets
Enable the creation of 20,000 sustainable jobs
The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring robust financial stewardship, donor compliance, and real-time financial insight to support programme execution and impact.
WHY THIS ROLE STANDS OUT
Exposure to international donor-funded programme management
Contribution to national economic transformation
Work at the intersection of development finance and SME growth
High stakeholder visibility
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Financial Stewardship & Reporting
Prepare donor-compliant financial reports
Maintain audit-ready records
Monitor budgets and flag variances
Perform bank reconciliations
Budgeting & Forecasting
Support budgeting and reforecasting and ensure budget compliance in all financial transactions
Track and analyse burn rates to inform decision-making
Transaction Processing & Controls
Manage AP/AR processes – Process payments, reimbursements, and supplier invoices in line with financial policies
Enforce documentation controls
Maintain vendor records
Compliance & Audit
Ensure compliance with AGRA, donor, and national financial regulations
Support internal and external audits
Maintain audit readiness
Systems & Controls
Maintain accounting records using approved accounting software
Strengthen internal controls
Improve processes
Grant Oversight
Review partner / sub-grantee financial reports for accuracy and compliance
Conduct financial capacity assessments and training for implementing partners
Monitor grant utilization and ensure alignment with grant agreements
Support partner capacity building
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
Degree in Accounting/Finance or related field
ACCA/CPA preferred
3-5 years donor-funded/project accounting experience
Knowledge of IFS and donor compliance requirements
Proficiency in accounting systems (e.g. QuickBooks, SAP, Pastel, or similar)
CORE COMPETENCIES
Analytical and detail-oriented
Strong communication skills
High integrity
Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and complex stakeholder environments
Ability to work under pressure
REPORTING STRUCTURE
Reports to: Finance Manager / Project Manager / Head Enablement
Location: Standard Bank Head Office (Field travels will be required)
SHORTLISTING CRITERIA
Only candidates with demonstrable experience in donor-funded project accounting will be shortlisted.
HOW TO APPLY
Submit application letter, CV, and names of three referees to: jobs@amgglobal.co.mw, quoting reference number: “CO 2026/04/7.”
Deadline is: Friday, 17 April 2026. Only short-listed candidates will be acknowledged.