Key Responsibilities
Financial Operations and Transaction Processing
- Process all approved payments, including supplier invoices, staff reimbursements, per diems, and statutory payments in a timely and accurate manner.
- Prepare and post accounting entries in the accounting system, ensuring correct coding by project, donor, and budget line.
- Manage petty cash and field advances, including issuance, tracking, reconciliation, and retirement.
- Maintain up-to-date records for accounts payable and receivable.
- Support bank transactions, including preparation of payment schedules and bank instructions as delegated.
Reconciliations and Financial Monitoring
- Perform regular bank, petty cash, and mobile money reconciliations and resolve discrepancies promptly.
- Support monthly and quarterly financial close processes by preparing schedules and reconciliations.
- Track outstanding advances, payables, and receivables, and follow up for timely resolution.
- Assist in maintaining fixed asset registers and tracking asset movements.
Statutory and Tax Compliance
- Support preparation and filing of statutory returns, including PAYE, NHIF, NSSF, withholding tax, and VAT where applicable.
- Ensure compliance with local tax laws and timely submission of statutory payments and documentation.
- Maintain statutory records and support statutory audits or inspections as required.
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Commerce, or a related field.
- Professional Qualifications
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA K-Finalist)
Experience
- Minimum of 5 to 7 years of relevant experience in a finance or accounting role, preferably within an NGO, donor-funded project, or development organization.
- Demonstrated experience supporting project-based financial management and donor compliance.
- Experience working with accounting software and Excel-based financial tracking tools.
How to Apply
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