Work Details
Department:Finance
Project Location(s):Nairobi
Education:Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field Professional accounting qualifications: CPA 2 and above
Background
Centre for Behaviour Change and Communication (CBCC) Africa is a Kenyan organisation dedicated to providing locally driven comprehensive Social and Behaviour Change (SBC) solutions across different sectors using evidenced based programming, continued innovative approaches, and strengthened partnerships. We have demonstrated expertise in SBC programme design, planning, implementation, evaluation, training, capacity strengthening and research. CBCC Africa is committed to achieving transformation of communities as well as creating lasting and impactful societal change through our contribution to SBC policy and practice in Kenya and the rest of Africa. CBCC Africa is seeking to fill the position of an Accounts Assistant; this position is based in Nairobi.
Department:Finance
Project Location(s):Nairobi
Education:Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field Professional accounting qualifications: CPA 2 and above
Job Summary
The Accounts Assistant will assist the Finance Officer/Finance Manager in the day-to-day operations of the accounting and finance functions in initiating, capturing and preparing required accounting transactions and ensuring timely provision of services/support consistent with accounting procedures. The Accounts Assistant provides support to the Finance Officer/Finance Manager in statutory and partner related compliance issues and budget monitoring.
Responsibilities
- Initiate online supplier and other bills payments ensuring all supporting documents are attached and appropriately approved
- Prepare payment vouchers and cheques for approval
- Prepare & maintain petty cash vouchers, ledger postings and cash reconciliations
- Accurately and timely post data into the financial accounting system (QuickBooks) and ensure all transactions are posted against the correct GL and the correct cost centres
- Prepare monthly bank and M-pesa reconciliations
- Prepare and submit monthly statutory deductions on time
- Prepare project, finance reports and financial statements for review and approval
- Assist with preparation and coordination of the audit process
- Maintain an organised and well documented filing system
Knowledge and Skills
- Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field
- Professional accounting qualifications: CPA 2 and above
- At least 3 years’ relevant working experience in a similar role; experience in an NGO will be an added advantage
- Must have good working knowledge of computerized accounting software, preferably QuickBooks
Skills and Abilities
- High professional ethics and integrity
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Must have strong report writing and presentation skills
- Proactive, results-oriented, and service-oriented
- Attention to details, accuracy and timeliness in executing assigned responsibilities with minimal supervision
How to apply
If you would like to join the CBCC Africa team, please quote the position and reference number in the subject matter and send your CV and application letter and three work related referees through hr@centreforbcc.com The closing date for submitting applications is 20th November 2020. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.