Accountant at Collaborative Centre for Gender and Development

Tasks and Responsibilities

• The successful candidate shall perform the following among other duties and responsibilities:
• Ensure updating of Cashbook and Ledger in the Accounting system.
• Prepare the monthly bank reconciliations on the ledger and reconcile discrepancies.
• Ensure timely payments of office utilities such as electricity, internet, rent, statutory deductions etc.
• Ensure filling of Finance documents (receipts, payment vouchers etc.) and ensure accurate record keeping.
• Assist in verification and review of staff salaries.
• Clean and review data entries on quick books.
• Ensure reconciling of bank accounts periodically and creditor/debtors accounts and advising on how to resolve any differences.
• Receive payment requests/checking to ensure accuracy and accountability before processing.
• Oversee preparation and filling of reimbursement forms.
• Support program team with financial reports to donor partners.
• Support preparation for audits.
• Keep cheques books and issue cheques for payment while adhering to the relevant CCGD policies and procedures.
• Ensure that CCGD payments adhere to the taxation, banking and other relevant laws and policies.
• Perform any other duties that may be assigned to you from time to time by your supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field.
• CPA- K
• Proficiency in NGO financial systems, such as Quick books.
• Understanding on preparation of donor reports.
• Strong budgeting, cash flow management and financial analysis.
• Familiarity with grant management, donor regulations, audit processes and Compliance.
• Minimum 3-5 years of working experience preferably in an NGO or similar setup.