Project Accountant

Project Accountant at Centre for Disability in Development (CDD)

The Centre for Disability in Development (CDD), a renowned non-profit organization established in 1996, is seeking a qualified Project Accountant to join their team in Savar, Dhaka. This senior-level contract position offers an excellent opportunity to work with one of Bangladesh’s leading organizations in disability-inclusive development. The selected candidate will be responsible for managing financial operations for the Disability Inclusive Civic Engagement (DICE) project, funded by the Nagorikata – Civic Engagement Fund (CEF).

Job Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records of all project transactions and monitor project budgets against actual expenditures
• Process invoices, payments, and reimbursements in a timely manner while maintaining up-to-date records of all receipts and supporting documentation
• Prepare accurate and timely financial reports for internal use and donor submission, ensuring compliance with required formats and standards
• Facilitate internal and external audits by providing necessary documentation and addressing audit queries
• Provide guidance to project staff on financial procedures and expense reporting, supporting training initiatives on financial compliance
• Ensure compliance with CDD’s financial policies, donor regulations, and national accounting standards
• Perform any other responsibilities delegated by project and CDD management

Requirements & Qualifications

The ideal candidate should possess a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce (B.Com), Business Administration (with a major in Accounting/Finance), or a closely related field. A Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration (MBA – Finance/Accounting) will be considered an added advantage. Candidates must have at least 5 years of relevant experience in financial management, preferably in donor-funded projects or NGO settings.

Key qualifications include strong understanding of donor-funded project financial rules (e.g., EU, GAC, SDC or INGO donors), knowledge of Bangladesh financial regulations, taxation, and audit requirements, and proficiency in accounting software and financial reporting systems commonly used in development organizations. Candidates with formal training in project finance, donor compliance, financial reporting, or NGO financial management will be preferred. The position requires candidates to be at most 45 years of age.

Job Details

The position offers a competitive salary of 45,000-50,000 BDT per month. This is a contract position based in Savar, Dhaka, with office-based work. The selected candidate will initially be hired for a three-month probationary period, after which the employment contract will be renewed on an annual basis. The project duration is until 30th June 2028. There is one vacancy available for this senior-level position, and the role is open to candidates of any gender.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply through the external application link before the deadline of February 25, 2026. CDD respects the rights and dignity of all human beings and complies with its child and vulnerable adult safeguarding policy and code of conduct. All staff of CDD must sign and adhere to this code of conduct.

Persons with Disabilities, Women, Third Gender, and candidates from indigenous communities who meet the requirements are strongly encouraged to apply. Requirements may be relaxed for candidates belonging to these groups. CDD reserves the right to initiate interviews and the selection process with the aim of identifying an appropriate candidate as quickly as possible. Only short-listed candidates will be called for interview. All applications will be treated according to merit and with strict confidentiality.

You are kindly encouraged to apply only if your educational qualification and offered salary range, job location, contract duration, and other terms and conditions in the advertisement align with your expectations. CDD is an equal opportunity employer. Any form of personal persuasion, email, or phone call will result in disqualification of candidature. Selected candidates will have to go through a rigorous reference/background checking process.

About the Company & Industry

The Centre for Disability in Development (CDD) is one of the most renowned organizations in the field of disability-inclusive development in Bangladesh. Established in 1996, CDD works simultaneously to build technical capacities of development stakeholders and communities in how to be more inclusive while also enabling persons with disabilities to participate in society by strengthening their leadership and providing essential rehabilitation and other supports.

CDD’s work in Bangladesh is supported by international and national donor agencies/development partners. The organization offers an inclusive, amicable, and respectable work environment. CDD has received significant recognition for its work, including the prestigious Ramon Magsaysay Award (Asian version of the Nobel prize) awarded to its former Executive Director in 2010. In 2018, CDD was recognized by the Government of Bangladesh as one of the best organizations working on disability and development issues.

Working with CDD provides an excellent opportunity to contribute to meaningful social change while developing professional skills in project finance and donor management within the NGO sector. The organization’s commitment to disability inclusion and community development makes it an ideal workplace for professionals seeking to make a positive impact through their work.