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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.