Last Date: August 20, 2011
Farm Builders is a social enterprise whose mission is to pioneer a market-based mechanism to jumpstart development of successful farm businesses throughout Liberia. In partnership with Buchanan Renewables Fuel, a clean energy supply company operating in Liberia since 2007, Farm Builders offers replanting, management, marketing, financing and technical support to owners of small and medium-sized rubber farms, many of which were destroyed or poorly maintained during the war. In addition to sponsorship from Buchanan Renewables Fuel in Liberia, Farm Builders has also received prestigious awards for social innovation from Echoing Green, the Mulango Foundation, and a competition jointly sponsored by the International Finance Corporation, the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, the Agence Francaise de Development.
Role & Responsibilities:
The Controller will be primarily responsible for coordinating, planning, and reporting on the financial activities of the company. S/he will report directly to the CEO of Farm Builders and have interaction with the CFO of Buchanan Renewables. The Controller will implement financial policies and a new accounting system of record keeping that includes the proper set of internal controls to ensure efficiency and honesty. This is a hands-on position. This person will also be responsible for payroll, budgeting, insurance, establishing a cost accounting system, pricing, and working with customized software for financial management. This person will work with managerial staff and other employees as well as banks, corporations, and government agencies.
Qualifications:
Two to five years of successful Controller experience, college degree in Accounting, qualified CA or MBA degree, familiarity with IFRS rulings, solid written and communication skills, ability to work with all levels of employees, proficiency using Microsoft Office and internet software, experience in agricultural businesses, familiarity with Liberian/African culture, all are considered desirable qualifications for this position. This position is open to best qualified candidate who can be either Liberian or foreign national.
Company Offering:
Our company has been recognized and received fellowships by international humanitarian organizations; in addition to making a profit we care about making a better life for Liberian people; you will work with a friendly and professional staff; wages and benefits are excellent; and you will be an integral part of a successful international organization.
Response:
Interested applicants should send company their CV and cover letter complete with references addressed as “FARM BUILDERS RECRUITMENT – CONTROLLER” to jobs at farmbuildersliberia.com or to the following locations in hard copy:
• Monrovia: Buchanan House, Sinkor (Tubman Boulevard and 19th St.)
• Kakata: NASSCORP Guest House Compound, City Hall Road
