JOIN A TEAM THAT IS SUPPORTING RESILIENCE IN SOLOMON ISLAND

Live & Learn Solomon Islands is a locally registered NGO and part of the broader Live & Learn Environmental Education network, working across the Asia‑Pacific to support community‑driven development. The organisation has delivered long‑term programs across multiple provinces, partnering with schools and communities on sanitation and hygiene, climate change adaptation, food security, gender‑based violence, human rights, and peace‑building, while maintaining strong collaborations with UNICEF, PLAN, DFAT, MFAT, the EU, and CARE. Their work also contributes to regional climate initiatives such as Climate Resilient Islands, promoting nature‑based, inclusive, and community‑led approaches to strengthen resilience.

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We are currently hiring an experience Accountant, based in Solomon Island, who can help our team in end-to-end financial accounting for grants and management reporting

You are ideal for this role if:

• You hold tertiary qualifications in accounting or finance. A certification is advantageous but not required.
• You have a minimum of 3 years of experience in similar roles, preferably in a not-for-profit environment or international development space.
• You have experience in managing donor projects (GIZ experience is desirable)
• You possess in-depth knowledge of accounting processes and techniques, with experience using systems like MYOB.
• You thrive in a fast-paced environment and demonstrate excellent collaboration and communication skills.
• You have a keen eye for detail and accuracy, with a strong understanding of reconciliation.

WHAT THIS OPPORTUNITY WOULD MEAN TO YOU:

• Join an enthusiastic team dedicated to supporting management and project teams in achieving impactful community goals.
• Play a pivotal role in localizing development in the Pacific by empowering our local teams with robust accounting skills, ensuring they can independently manage their finances in the future.
• Expand your expertise by learning diverse accounting processes and procedures specific to the NGO sector and collaborate with various donors on acquittals and audits.

WHAT WOULD YOU DO ON A DAILY BASIS:

In this pivotal role, you will oversee the end-to-end financial accounting for our grants and government funding activities, ensuring accurate and timely financial management and reporting. Your key responsibilities will include:

End-to-End Financial Accounting for Grants:

• Create and deliver financial reports for the project and the management.
• Support in maintaining accounting systems, process journals, generate variance reports, complete reconciliations, manage project fixed assets, and prepare project P&L statements and balance sheets.
• Ensure all project expenditure documentation meets donor compliance standards, identifying and resolving any gaps or issues in a timely manner.

Flow Forecasting and Budget Preparation:

• Prepare accurate project budgets and advice project team in spending rate and variances.
• Ensuring budgets are alignment with financial goals and donor requirements.

Project Budget Analysis and Reporting:

• Provide detailed analysis of project budgets.
• Generate periodic and ad-hoc reports, offering financial and non-financial insights to project managers, senior management, and donors.

Audit Management and Coordination:

• Manage both internal and external audits.
• Ensure all necessary documentation and coordination with different partners and consultants meet the audit requirements.

Compliance and Policy Development:

• Ensure compliance with donor reporting requirements.
• Support in the regular review and update organizational policies and procedures to drive efficiency and enhance financial processes.

What We Offer:

• Attractive Remuneration Package: Benefit from a competitive salary, including a comprehensive salary package and other mandated and organization benefits.
• Rewarding Career: Build a fulfilling career in the International Development sector, working alongside experienced and passionate colleagues from across the industry.
• Professional Growth: Take advantage of our commitment to your professional development with ongoing training and personal development opportunities.
• Impactful Work: Contribute to meaningful projects that make a real difference in communities, particularly in the Pacific region.
• Supportive Environment: Be part of a supportive and enthusiastic team dedicated to achieving shared goals and making a positive impact.

How to Appy:

• To access our online recruitment platform please click this link.
• Applications close at 4:00 pm on 27 February 2026; however, applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and interviews may be conducted prior to the closing date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. Only applicants from our hiring platform will be accommodated and shortlisted candidates will be contacted. For any question, please email at elmah.panisi@livelearn.org or call + 23698
• Live & Learn is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the wellbeing and safety of all children. All employees are required to agree to and abide by our Child Protection and Fraud Control Policies, Good Practice Manual, and Code of Conduct.