Finance And Administration Officer at Kenyan Network of Cancer Organizations (KENCO)

ROLE SUMMARY

Reporting to the Executive Director, the Finance and Administrative Officer will perform a wide range of Finance and Administrative duties including but not limited to:

• Keeping records of financial transactions and making monthly reconciliations.
• Ensuring timely payment of various statutory deductions and other bills.
• Assisting both internal and external auditors by providing information and documentation needed during audit exercises.
• Ensuring organization’s compliance with the relevant statutory requirements.
• Making timely returns.
• Ensuring KENCO’s financial and procurement policies are followed in the conduct of all business.
• Facilitating efficient operations of the organization.
• Providing support to the Executive Director and Program Officers in the planning, implementation and evaluation of programs.

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelors’ degree in Business studies and or administration and a minimum certification of CPA section I or its equivalent.
• 5 years’ experience preferably in NGO environment
• Proficiency in MS office and Quick Books
• Technology savvy in the use of accounting software; managing relationships with software vendors, knowledge of accounting and reporting in electronic systems.
• Ability to translate financial concepts to user friendly financial statements, for users of financial data at different levels and for different functions within the organization.
• A track record in grants management.
• A successful track record in setting priorities; keen analytic, organization and problem-solving skills which support and enable sound decision making.
• Excellent communication and relationship building skills with an ability to prioritize, negotiate, and work with a variety of internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and dedication to the mission of the organization.