Swiss Hunger Fund Accountant Job in Nairobi Kenya

Swiss Hunger Fund
 

Vacancy: Accountant

Location: Nairobi Kenya
 

Job Profile: The Accountant is responsible for book-keeping in the East & Horn of Africa Office. The job is based in Nairobi and might involve travelling within Kenya and in the region. 

The accountant provides support to accounting, administration and procurement.

 She/ he works closely with and reports to the Finance Coordinator.
 

Primary Responsibilities:
 

Accounting

• Timely preparation of Monthly and Annual accounts within strict deadlines
• Preparing analysis of the company’s financial position
• Ensuring all transactions are posted within strict timeframes – Financial, accounting and general entries
• Keeping up filing system for all types of invoices and reimbursement forms
• Managing accounts for the vendors and customers including expense reporting
• Reviewing and reconciling monthly bank statements
• Applying up to date experience with Kenyan tax rules and regulations
• Processing of the payments for the office infrastructure
• Maintenance of Asset register
• Preparation of Payroll ensuring accurate deduction and submission of all statutory deductions before the due date.

 Administration

• Assisting project coordinators on budget monitoring and reporting
• Supervision and support of project partners’ accounting and financial reporting
• Ensuring proper Internal Controls are maintained
• Supporting development of internal processes and procedures
• Providing administrative support to the Finance and Administrative coordinator
• Monitoring of the Procurement processes

Experience: At least 2 years experience with the non profit making organization.

Skills and Certification:

• CPA (K) / ACCA
• Degree in Accounting or related field
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office
• Strong inter‐personal and communication skill
• Proactive Individual
• Ability to work independently
• High integrity, ethics and ability to meet deadlines
• Excellent knowledge of English

Application Procedure:
 

All applications MUST be done through our website at:http://www.swisshungerfund.org/careers.html with a detailed CV and only copies of relevant certificates and testimonials to reach us not later than 27th June 2014.