Temporary Finance Officer - CIMMYT at World Agroforestry Centre (ICRAF)

Job Description
Duties and Responsibilities

·         Facilitate I TAX registration for CIMMYT
·         Regularize and clear pending tax payments (Withholding tax and VAT)
·         Ensure clarity of statutory requirements for CIMMYT as an organization
·         Liaise with other CGIAR centres to establish manageable tax systems
·         Spearhead the process of applying for VAT exemption and blanket certificates through the ministry of Foreign Affairs and Kenya Revenue Authority
·         Notify and follow up with relevant authorities and service providers on VAT claims and refunds
·         Communicating with relevant authorities on Tax matters and keep the office informed of the same
·         Ensure updated Assets Register and participating in disposal of obsolete assets
·         Carry out bank reconciliations
·         Assist in Monthly Financial reporting

Skill set
Essential Academic and Professional Qualifications:

• University degree in a business related degree preferably accounting or Business Administration.
• Full professional accounting qualification: CPA (K), ACCA, ACA
• Minimum 5 years professional and progressively responsible experience in Tax administration, finance, budget, business administration or related area, in a multinational or non-    governmental organization
• Experience of operating computerized accounting systems
• Experience in internal control systems and procedure in a multinational organization.

Skills and Competencies:

• Highly experienced in VAT recovery, Import duty and Tax at Source (Withholding Taxes) preferably in an NGO set up
• Excellent written and spoken communication skills, with a strong command of English
• Ability to work independently as well as be an effective team player.
• Ability to effectively interact with people in a multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural environment.