Job Summary
- The Finance Officer will be responsible for managing the day-to-day financial operations of the ChildSAFE Project, ensuring proper financial management, accountability and compliance with approved budgets, organizational financial policies, CRS requirements and donor regulations.
Key Responsibilities
- Record and maintain accurate financial transactions, cash books, bank records and supporting documentation.
- Prepare payment vouchers, process payments and undertake monthly bank and cash reconciliations.
- Monitor project expenditure against approved budgets and advise on budget variances. Prepare timely financial reports, fund requests and budget updates for submission to CRS.
- Manage staff and partner advances, liquidations and statutory deductions.
- Ensure compliance with financial policies, donor requirements, procurement procedures and internal controls.
- Support internal and external audits, financial reviews and implementation of audit recommendations.
- Provide financial guidance to project staff and maintain proper financial records and documentation.
Minimum Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce or a related field.
- CPA (K), ACCA or progress towards a professional accounting qualification.
- At least three (3) years' relevant accounting or finance experience, preferably in an NGO or faith-based organization.
- Experience in donor-funded project financial management, budgeting, financial reporting and audit support.
- Proficiency in accounting software such as Sage or QuickBooks and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
- Good knowledge of Kenyan statutory tax and payroll requirements.
Required Skills and Competencies
- High levels of integrity, accountability and confidentiality.
- Strong analytical, organizational and problem-solving skills. Excellent attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.