Assistant Accountant at University of Nairobi

Job Description:

• Assist the Project Accountant and Management team in preparation of annual and activity project budgets
• Assist to ensure that the project team adhere to approved activity implementation budgets
• Liase with the University of Nairobi (UoN) grant Office in processing of cash advances for project activities.
• Assist to ensure that the rights accounting documents are presented soon after project activities to clear cash advances.
• Assist to confirm that all expenses incurred and paid for are project specific and within the approved budget amount and period
• Work closely with the project accountant and administrator to ensure relevant documents are attached to all payment request letters
• Receive and analyze project staff monthly time sheets to confirm the accuracy of the filled details
• Ensure consultant invoices correctly reflect timesheet details

Job Specification:

• Applicants must have a Bachelor’s degree in Commerce or an equivalent qualification.
• Applicants must have CPA Advanced Level certification.
• Applicants should have knowledge of MS Office and accounting software packages.
• Applicants must have at least three (3) years of experience working in a similar position or related field on donor-funded projects.
• Applicants should demonstrate a high level of integrity and the ability to maintain confidentiality. They should possess excellent communication, report writing, and analytical skills, and be effective team players.