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  • Posted: Sep 27, 2018
    Deadline: Oct 9, 2018
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    Gatsby has worked in Africa since 1985. We are currently focused on accelerating inclusive and resilient economic growth in East Africa by demonstrating how key sectors can be transformed. We fund and implement programmes, build local organisations dedicated to sector transformation, and synthesise and share lessons from our activities and those of others. ...
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    Finance Officer

    Job description

    Are you extremely organised, deadline-oriented and a multitasker? Do you have rigorous attention to detail and the ability to work well in a demanding and high pressure environment? Are you a team player with good communication skills?

    Gatsby Africa is recruiting a Finance Officer to support a busy team in a wide range of activities such as financial accounting and reporting, cash flow management, fixed assets management, coordination of meetings, arranging travel/accommodation, monitoring adherence to organisational policies and assisting with office administration and planning.

    The successful candidate will report to the Head of Operations in Nairobi, and also receive support and guidance on finance matters from the UK-based finance team.

    The Finance Officer will be responsible for:

    • Financial accounting reporting
    • Management of relationship with other stakeholders
    • Acting as a focal point in handling finance-related issues in liaison with the London office -Cash flow management
    • Payroll
    • Fixed assets management
    • Tax administration

    The ideal candidate will have:

    • At least 5 years’ professional experience in a finance role in a demanding, fast-paced environment
    • Professional accounting qualifications such as CPA(K) or ACCA (these are a must )
    • A Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Accounting or a related subject is an added advantage)
    • Computer literacy and proficiency in Microsoft Office software including Word, Excel,Outlook and PowerPoint (proficiency in using Excel for reporting is key)
    • Experience in using modern accounting software packages

    Please go to www.gatsby.org.uk/finofficer to download the Candidate Pack with instructions on how to apply.

    Applications are welcome until the deadline of 9 October 2018.

    Candidates must be Kenyan nationals.

    Gatsby is an equal opportunities employer.

    How you match

    Criteria provided by job poster

    Skills

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    • Microsoft Excel
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    • Microsoft Word
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    • Accounting
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    • Finance
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    • Microsoft Office
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    • Cash Flow
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    • Office Administration
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    • Financial Accounting

    Method of Application

    Candidates are invited to submit a one page cover letter, together with maximum two page curriculum vitae giving details of your qualifications and experience to recruitment@cedarconsulting.co.ke with “Gatsby Africa –Finance Officer” in the subject line.

    The deadline for receipt of applications is 1700 EAT on 9th October 2018.

    We are only able to contact shortlisted candidates. Candidates must be Kenyan nationals.

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