ACCOUNTANT ADVERT
H/Kenya (Food for the Hungry, Kenya) a Christian relief and development agency seeks to fill the following vacant position in Marsabit:
Post Title: Accountant
Reporting to: Field Accountant
Duty Station: Marsabit
Contract Duration: 2 years
Applications closing date: 28th September,
2012 OBJECTIVE:
To provide support to the Field Accountant and to ensure grants are well monitored and in compliance with donor requirements.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The duties and responsibilities of the Accountant will include the following:
Will be responsible for preparing cheque payments on behalf of FH/K as and when required, ensuring compliance with FH/K policies.
Review the petty cash, Program Advances Journal and Cash Disbursements Journals, before the final approval by the field accountant.
Ensure financial transactions in Marsabit adhere to FH policies
Receive payments due to FH/K, issue receipts and deposit such payments promptly.
Issue authorised programme and staff advances promptly
Keying in accounting data into Sunsystems, maintaining high level of accuracy.
Handling cash surrenders and verification of returns from the field
Maintain a proper filling of accounting records and other reference materials. .
QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:
Degree in Finance/Accounts or an equivalent degree
CPA part III Section 5 or ACCA Part III
Age between 30-35 years
At least 3-5 years accounting experience preferable in an NGO
Well versed in computerised accounting applications especially SUN System will be an added advantage
Strong analytical skills
Strong planning and organisational skills
High level of integrity and confidentiality
Computer literate with a good command in Ms excel
Good communication skills (both verbal and written)
Committed to serve the poor in relation to FH/Kenya’s Christian foundation and beliefs
Interested and qualified candidates should send their applications (clearly indicating their current or expected salary), updated CV with three referees, day telephone contacts to:
Human Resources Manager, FH Kenya,
P O BOX 14978 00800
NAIROBI
or Email address: hr_fhkenya@fh.org or drop them at our Nairobi Office.(Life Ministry Centre, 3rd Floor Jabavu Road, next to Kilimani Police station) latest by 28th September, 2012. NB: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
H/Kenya (Food for the Hungry, Kenya) a Christian relief and development agency seeks to fill the following vacant position in Marsabit:
Post Title: Accountant
Reporting to: Field Accountant
Duty Station: Marsabit
Contract Duration: 2 years
Applications closing date: 28th September,
2012 OBJECTIVE:
To provide support to the Field Accountant and to ensure grants are well monitored and in compliance with donor requirements.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The duties and responsibilities of the Accountant will include the following:
Will be responsible for preparing cheque payments on behalf of FH/K as and when required, ensuring compliance with FH/K policies.
Review the petty cash, Program Advances Journal and Cash Disbursements Journals, before the final approval by the field accountant.
Ensure financial transactions in Marsabit adhere to FH policies
Receive payments due to FH/K, issue receipts and deposit such payments promptly.
Issue authorised programme and staff advances promptly
Keying in accounting data into Sunsystems, maintaining high level of accuracy.
Handling cash surrenders and verification of returns from the field
Maintain a proper filling of accounting records and other reference materials. .
QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:
Degree in Finance/Accounts or an equivalent degree
CPA part III Section 5 or ACCA Part III
Age between 30-35 years
At least 3-5 years accounting experience preferable in an NGO
Well versed in computerised accounting applications especially SUN System will be an added advantage
Strong analytical skills
Strong planning and organisational skills
High level of integrity and confidentiality
Computer literate with a good command in Ms excel
Good communication skills (both verbal and written)
Committed to serve the poor in relation to FH/Kenya’s Christian foundation and beliefs
Interested and qualified candidates should send their applications (clearly indicating their current or expected salary), updated CV with three referees, day telephone contacts to:
Human Resources Manager, FH Kenya,
P O BOX 14978 00800
NAIROBI
or Email address: hr_fhkenya@fh.org or drop them at our Nairobi Office.(Life Ministry Centre, 3rd Floor Jabavu Road, next to Kilimani Police station) latest by 28th September, 2012. NB: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.