Accountant at National Council of Churches of Kenya (NCCK)

SUPERVISOR:                           Camp Coordinator

DUTY STATION:                       Kakuma

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB

To maintain accurate accounting records and ensure compliance with established internal controls in the project

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Prepare weekly cash flow forecasts against project need and budget and ensure there is proper cash request on the basis of planned activities, expenditure and commitments as per budget lines.
2. Disburse fully authorized floats for planned activities and follow-up accountability of the same within set timelines.
3. Ensure spending within the budget lines by the project implementers.
4. Maintain Records and books of accounts related to Refugee Services Programs in Kakuma by ensuring timely keying of programs accounting data into the software, ensuring proper and sequenced filling of all accounting payment vouchers, supporting documents and petty cash reimbursements.
5. Ensure that all camp assets are well secured and coded and ensure disposal of assets is in line with NCCK disposal policy.
6. Prepare budget vs actual monthly income and expenditure report to head office as part of monthly management accounts for the camp

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

a) Level of academic/professional qualification

• Bachelor of Commerce degree in Accounting, Finance options, or other related degree from recognized institutions.
• Minimum of CPA II or its equivalent
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a similar position
• Member of a relevant professional body in good standing

c) Other Competencies/Abilities/Skills Required

• Strong Management and leadership skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Must be flexible and versatile
• Ability to work under minimum supervision
• Ability to hold confidential information
• Ability to prioritize ,coordinate and manage multiple activities