Temporary Finance Assistant at RefugePoint

Audit Preparation

•  Inspect to check for completeness of all transactions, ensure that necessary supporting; documents are attached, and authorization is given before payment is made;
•  Prepare and present a report on the findings of this review, highlighting gaps and providing recommendations for improvement;
•  Assist in the preparation of monthly/yearly closings;
•  Assist in the preparation of the year-end audit.

Documentation and Filing

•  Chronologically file processed financial documents;
•  Print out monthly reconciliation reports for signing and filing;
•  Disburse monthly statutory deductions and returns, including pension, withholding tax, NHIF, NSSF, and PAYE within the statutory period;
•  Archive and store files and other documents in compliance with statutory requirements and accordance with procedures laid down.

Monthly Reconciliation

•  Assist with receivable and payable reconciliations;
•  Assist with bank reconciliations;
•  Conduct expense advance reconciliations;

Other duties as assigned.

Desired Qualifications:

•  Minimum CPA II qualification.
•  Proficiency in computer accounting packages, especially QuickBooks
•  Solid understanding of basic bookkeeping and accounting payable/receivable principles.
•  A degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or any other related field; is an added advantage.
•  Experience in a not-for-profit working environment will be an added advantage