Financial Controller at Institute for Security Studies

• The ISS is looking for a financial controller to plan, implement, manage and control finance-related operational activities, including fiscal accounting. This position requires a highly organised, enthusiastic, and motivated team player who can work under pressure. The successful candidate will be based in Nairobi, Kenya, and report to the Group Financial Officer in South Africa.

Overview of duties

• Setting up and managing vendor and customer accounts
• Processing cash book, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and intercompany accounts transactions
• Monitoring and following up on outstanding advances, per diem reconciliations, and payments
• Payment preparations and loading in EcoBank
• Treasury management, including reporting and payment of staff salaries
• Petty cash management
• Accounting for acquisitions, disposals, and depreciation of fixed assets
• Monthly balance sheet and vendor reconciliations
• Filing of withholding taxes and statutory tax returns
• Ensuring statutory and internal compliance in the Nairobi office
• Managing year-end audit preparation and engagement with external auditors for the Nairobi office

Overview of requirements

• This position is open to Kenyan citizens only
• A degree in accounting or relevant qualification
• At least five years’ experience in a financial environment, preferably in the non-governmental sector
• Significant experience in, or knowledge of, non-profit accounting, including grant accounting, compliance and financial reporting
• Good written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels
• Good verbal and written skills in English
• Knowledge of budget preparation, monitoring and procurement processes
• Knowledge and experience with accounting software. Experience with Acumatica will be an advantage
• Computer literacy: Excel, Word, Internet and email