Islamic Relief
JOB SUMMARY
Reporting to the Finance Manager, the FO has the responsibility to manage and work with External auditors for external audit, Preparation of accounts for statutory audit including the schedules of different items, banking management, support procurement in Kenya, INGO Kenya /BOD Liaison, annual account draft and review and other delegated role
SCOPE OF ROLE:
Under the guidance of the FM, the Finance Officer specifically is responsible to work with External auditors for external audits, Preparation of accounts for statutory audits including the schedules of different items, banking management,
KEY AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY
The job holder is accountable for fulfilling his or her roles and responsibilities in line with Islamic values and principles of fairness, humanity, honesty, respect and fair treatment of his/her colleagues and staff. This includes but not limited to:
- Preparation of accounts for statutory audit including the schedules of different items.
- Coordination with external auditors as and when required
- Transfer fund received from HQ to IR Somalia
- Preparation of Bank Reconciliations and bank correspondence
- Reconciliation of Fixed Assets Register with the Physical Stock counts as done by Logistic Dep.
- To prepare project reports as per reporting schedule 70:30 Ratio as and when assigned.
- To Providing inputs for Project Budgets including converting IRW format as and when assigned.
- To monitor the Daily operation cycle with aim to enhance the department performance
- To ensure the smooth functioning of Payment and Receipt Cycle for all staff/supplier/Government.
- Finalization of Daily Posting/Book keeping/invoicing in AX system on daily basis.
- Preparation/updating of Cash and Bank books on daily basis, to have proper account balances available at all times to support in decision making.
- To verify the Monthly Payroll, Taxes, Gratuities and processing the payments on timely basis.
- Drawing correct Trial balances from the posted entries (Project wise and Donor wise).
- Coding of vouchers according to latest chart of account.
- Maintenance of Chart of Account, expenses and budgets in operation.
- To ensure the archiving of project, financial vouchers in soft and hard copies in quality manner.
- Review and Reconciliations of Country offices Staff, Suppliers and Government payments/Advance clearance and highlight and report the deficiencies of the financial record if any
- Act as focal person from finance when required.
- Any other assignment as per the instruction of the line manager
SKILLS AND BEHAVIOURS
- Coordination skills
- Experience of accounting software preferable ERP
- Excellent Teamwork skills and the ability to build good relations both internally and externally.
- Good language skills in English.
- Responsible
- Integrity
- Punctual
- Trustworthy
QUALIFICATIONS
- University Degree related to Finance, Accounting, Business administration, or another related field with 3-4 years of experience preferably in the I/NGO sector.
- MBA/ICMA/CIA/ACCA /CPA will be added advantage
EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS
- Minimum Three years of Experience preferable in the I/NGO sector
- Experience in preparing various accounting reports.
- Good management and representation competencies.
- Familiarity with donors and donor procedures is helpful.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work and live within a team environment;
- Computer proficient in Excel Word, and internet
- Excellent oral and written communication skills in English
How to apply
APPLICATION PROCESS
- Candidates who are interested submit their CVs and cover letters.
- Each application should be addressed to the HR account: hr.mogadishu@islamic- relief.so and include the following:
- An updated CV; and · An application letter
- Copy of your National ID card or passport
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. IRS is an equal-opportunity employer however Kenyan citizens are highly encouraged to apply.
Note: Please make sure the job title in the mail subject line is clear as Finance Officer- Nairobi.