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ACCOUNTANT’S JOB DESCRIPTION

Tasks and Responsibilities


Grant Management & Accounting
 Ensure that all policies and procedures follow Kenyan laws and/or funding source requirements and
that all such laws and requirements are respected and consistently followed.
 Provide support for institutional and donor-specific budget development and financial reporting.
 Ensure strict adherence to donor contracts and fulfill financial guidelines for each donor through
accurate and timely reporting and reliable financial records for future reference.
 Ensure timely preparation and dissemination of donor/grant expenditure reports internally for informed
decision-making.
Financial Management
 Assist in preparation of annual institution audits preparations as well as project-specific audits.
 Support prudent resource management by expenditure verification from receipts received, float
refunds, etc., and ensure that budget and expenditure reports are sent out to programs teams within the
stipulated timelines.
 Maintain and file records of expenditures, process invoices and claims for payments, and track
payments relating to office costs and program activities.
 Administer financial accounts and manage petty cash.
 Prepare timely monthly bank, cash, and Mpesa reconciliation statements.
 Prepare accurate and timely financial reports as may be necessary for review and decision-making.
Administration
 Assist in departmental planning and execution.
 Lead in proper recording; keeping of grant files.
 Any other duty assigned from time to time.
Minimum Requirements & Competencies
 A degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
 Certified Public Accountant CPA.
 Minimum 2 years experience in working for a non-governmental organization (NGO) or a company
limited by guarantee.
 Excellent hands-on experience in computerized financial management systems (especially
QuickBooks).
 Proven experience in donor or project financial program management and administration.
 High level of integrity and ability to be entrusted with the organization’s resources.
 Hands-on bookkeeping experience.
 Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate normally and under pressure with strict adherence to timelines
and deadlines.
 Strong organizational skills and close attention to detail to produce high quality outputs.

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