Bookkeeper at Integrity Action

Integrity is seeking a Bookkeeper to support SMLP-2 as part of the Nairobi-based Operations and Support Team. The Bookkeeper will report to the Sr. Finance & Operations Manager and will contribute to the efficient and accountable financial management of the project. S/he will process income taxes, make payments, be a point of contact for clients/vendors, and archive all financial document in proper order. S/he will support the implementation and management of internal financial controls to facilitate accurate and timely financial management and operations systems.

Terms of Reference

The Bookkeeper will be responsible for the following:

Finance

• Support financial needs by processing payments, scanning, and uploading financial documents in a timely manner.
• Maintain financial files including updated databases and trackers and archiving information.
• Support the payroll service provider in managing staff compensation and consultants’ invoicing.
• Support in the review and processing of field expense reports.
• Support maintenance of the contract tracking logs.
• Support Security Operations Officer in executing contracts/subcontracts, micro purchase orders and other procurement related documentation.
• Be a key point of contact for the clients/vendors and support the Sr. Finance & Operations Manager with banking matters.
• Other project-related duties as required and requested by the Sr. Finance & Operations Manager.

Your Experience and Expertise

• Minimum of two (2) years of relevant work experience.
• Experience in supporting financial operations for international organizations.
• Experience in financial accounting in in Nairobi required, knowledge of operating in the Somalia context preferred.
• Experience in processing financial payments and banking.
• Understanding of the local socio economic and cultural context in Somalia preferred.
• Experience of working with international staff, including speakers of other languages.

Competencies

The candidate will be able to:

• Work effectively and efficiently as part of a dispersed team in Mogadishu, Nairobi, and Integrity’s Home Office.
• Communicate effectively with relevant Integrity counterparts both verbally and in written form.
• Maintain organized records and track and report progress on tasks regularly; strong administration skills and a capacity for multitasking.
• Utilize technology platforms and computer applications for communication, documentation, and collaboration.
• Represent Integrity in a manner in line with our company ethics and values.

Languages

• Written and oral fluency in English, with the ability to write clear and compelling narrative.