Accountant at Yatima Outreach Organization

Role Details: You are expected to:

• Manage, dispense and report on petty cash allocated as per organizational policy and partner standards; prepare and process invoices, purchase orders, cheque requisitions, manual cheque, contract payments etc.
• Take full responsibility for project funds at the assigned centre.
• Maintain accurate accounting files e.g. payables, receivables, invoices, local purchase orders, ledgers etc in an organized and specified manner
• Facilitate processing & maintenance of payments to authorities and any other encumbrances e.g
• lease agreements, licence payments, permits etc
• Collaboration and shared responsibility with supervisor for ensuring that expenditure is as per agreed budget through enforcement of agreed internal controls
• Ensure compliance with standard payment practices and statutory submissions e.g. VAT, NHIF, NSSF etc.
• Facilitate banking and carry out bank reconciliations on a regular basis.
• Maintain accurate comprehensive records using suitable paperwork and accounting software e.g. Quickbooks
• Support cost-effective restocking and procurement at all times.
• Provide support for the annual internal and external audits; provide support for regular and ad hoc internal audits as required.
• Suggest/initiate creative cost-reduction/optimization initiatives. Conduct statistical analyses and research where necessary.
• Handle financial-related staff and supplier queries as per stipulated procedures.
• Generating accurate monthly, quarterly reports for the consumption of management locally and overseas.
• Build strong viable working relationships with other organizational locations and departments.
• Other related duties as may be assigned.

Candidate Profile - Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance or related field or an equivalent qualification;
• Be a holder of at least CPA II (Sec 3/4) certification or equivalent. (Updated membership of relevant professional body e.g. ICPAK will be an added advantage)
• MUST be a mature born again Christian with a supporting verifiable testimony.
• Be between 24 and 33 years of age.
• MUST have at least 2 years’ experience of work in a busy accounting role preferably in a community-based organization or other relevant institution particularly those dealing with children.
• MUST have a valid Certificate of Good Conduct from the relevant government authorities.
• Excellent communication skills in both written and spoken English, Swahili, and interpersonal skills
• Good level of computer proficiency - MS Office Suite; Email; Accounting software skills will be a distinct advantage.
• Have an enthusiastic approach to work, ability to perform under minimum supervision, pressure and demanding circumstances
• Licence for and ability to safely ride a motorcycle on and off road will be a distinct advantage.
• MUST be flexible, self-motivated, hardworking and a team player.
• Have good attention to detail, planning/organizational skills and ability to meet strict deadlines.
• An understanding of the social dynamics of the community, being conversant with the local language and the general geographical area is an added advantage.