Jobs
>
Nairobi

    Consultant – Finance Officer at - Nairobi, Kenya - African Union - InterAfrican Bureau for Animal Resources

    African Union - InterAfrican Bureau for Animal Resources
    African Union - InterAfrican Bureau for Animal Resources Nairobi, Kenya

    1 week ago

    Default job background
    Full time
    Description

    AU-IBAR is a specialized technical office of the African Union Commission (AUC), headed by the Director who reports directly to the AUC through the Department of Rural Economy and Agriculture (DREA).

    Purpose of Job

    To provide technical support in financial Reporting, processing and settlement of imprest, prepare bank reconciliations, account for fixed assets and accounts receivable & payable in accordance with International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS) and AU Financial Rules.

    Under the supervision of the Projects Finance Officer, the Consulting Accountant is charged with processing financial transactions and maintaining financial records, assist the unit with administrative matters and provide support to the Projects Finance Officer on finance functions.

    Main Functions

    Prepares schedules for month and annual closure of accounts and provide input into the preparation of IPSAS Compliant Financial Statements;
    Settle imprest and make relevant adjustments/reversals in SAP;
    Prepare bank reconciliations on monthly basis and coordinate related audits;

    Maintain asset register in SAP and account for fixed assets in accordance with AU FRR, PPE Policy and IPSAS.

    Perform periodic review of accounts payable and receivable to ensure that outstanding payments are made and recoveries are made for receivables.

    Specific Responsibilities

    Financial Reporting:
    Work closely with the Finance Officer to ensure timely and accurate monthly close of financial records for AU-IBAR;
    Produce consistent and accurate supporting schedules and reconciliations for all general ledger accounts;
    Conduct a detailed periodic review of the general ledger activities and make accurate and timely corrections in the financial records to be audit-ready at all times;
    Ensure timely reconciliation of all controls accounts. Record and review journal entries, analyzing general ledger accounts, recording adjusting journal entries and accruing expenses each month;
    Ensure all monthly closing schedules are audit ready. Provide information and documentation to the Internal and External Auditors; Assist in the implementation of internal and external audit recommendations;
    Responsible for the day to day accounting functions relating to accounts payable and accounts receivable;
    Oversee the timely reconciliation of all accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions, including analyzing regularly the aged analysis and take remedial actions to address long outstanding issues;
    Responsible for the calculation of the accruals and prepayments and the adjustment of transactions in line with IPSAS. Ensure accounts receivable and accounts payable balances are IPSAS compliant at all times.


    Accounts Payable and Receivable:
    Settles imprest, travel claims and other advances and clear commitments;
    Analyses Imprest and travel claims on a regular basis to keep clean and up to date;
    Responsible for month/year-end closure activities for accounts receivable and accounts payable;
    Produces consistent and accurate supporting schedules and reconciliations for all general ledger accounts;
    Records and reviews journal entries, analyzing general ledger accounts, recording adjusting journal entries;
    Prepares timely reconciliation of all accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions, including analyzing regularly the aged analysis and take remedial actions to address long outstanding issues and keep the accounts current;
    Prepares responses to external and internal audit queries and assist in the implementation of audit findings;
    Prepares memo to Payroll for signature of head of division for salary deduction of outstanding amounts from staff;
    Complete clearance form for separating staff on outstanding debt.


    Bank Reconciliations:
    Prepares Timely Bank reconciliation reports;
    Follows up on all outstanding items on bank reconciliation statements and resolve them;
    Responds to internal and external auditors query related to any reconciliation issues raised in reports;
    Follows up periodic currency revaluation procedures on SAP system;
    Journalize monthly exchange and bank charges on the various payments effected through Foreign and Local bank accounts;
    Adjusts the local bank balance at the end of each month.


    Fixed Asset Accounting:
    Undertakes analysis for fixed assets on a regular basis and oversees the proper maintenance of financial records in accordance with International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS), Property, Plant and Equipment (PPE) Policy and related African Union Financial Rules;
    Provides guidance in relation to PPE accounting and makes appropriate recommendations for changes in accounting policy;

    Acts as knowledge expert on SAP Fixed Asset Module and shall be responsible for asset settlement processes and assists with the maintenance of fixed asset ledgers within the SAP fixed asset management module, which includes configuration, master data maintenance, depreciation calculations and reporting.

    Lead and coordinate implementation of internal and external audit findings relating to Fixed Assets;
    Performs other related duties as required.

    Requirements
    Qualifications

    A masters degree in Accounting or Finance or related field.
    Fully qualified professional certification such as CPA, CA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent is added advantage.

    Experience

    Candidates must have a minimum of ten (10) years working experience in a similar role specifically in donor funded projects.

    At least seven (7) of those years should be in an international environment.
    Experience and knowledge of reporting requirements for EU, USAID, SIDA and similar funding partners
    Previous working experience with donor-funded projects is added advantage.
    Proficiency with finance modules of SAP is required
    Proficiency in French and English

    Evaluation Criteria

    Criteria Max Score

    Masters degree in accounting, finance or related field 15
    Fully qualified professional certification such as CPA, CA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent 10
    Minimum of ten (10) years working experience in a similar role specifically in donor funded projects 20
    Seven (7) of those years should be in an international environment 10
    Experience and knowledge of reporting requirements for EU, USAID, SIDA and similar funding partners 15
    Previous working experience with donor-funded projects is added advantage 10
    Proficiency with finance modules of SAP 15
    Proficiency in French and English 5
  • Chupa Chap Ltd

    Finance Officer at

    2 weeks ago

    Chupa Chap Ltd Nairobi, Kenya Full time

    Chupa Chap Limited is your go-to party partner Fast, affordable drink delivery and we'll even host the bar for you. · Department: Finance. · Reports To: Finance Coordinator · Summary · Chupa Chap, a dynamic player in the alcohol and beverage industry, is in search of a Finance Of ...

  • Norwegian Church Aid (NCA)

    Finance Officer at

    1 week ago

    Norwegian Church Aid (NCA) Nairobi, Kenya Full time

    Norwegian Church Aid (NCA) provide emergency assistance in disasters, work for long-term development in local communities and address the root causes of poverty, we advocate for just decisions by public authorities, business and religious leaders. · SUMMARY · The Finance Officer ...

  • Signature Healthcare Ltd

    Finance Officer at

    1 week ago

    Signature Healthcare Ltd Nairobi, Kenya Full time

    Signature Healthcare Ltd strives to increase the accessibility and affordability of key, quality products by increasing our reach nationally and throughout Africa. In short we believe everyone has the right to a long and healthy life. · Reports To: Chief Financial Officer (CFO) · ...

  • Technical University of Mombasa

    Finance Officer at

    1 week ago

    Technical University of Mombasa Nairobi, Kenya Full time

    A university of global excellence in advancing Knowledge, science and Technology. To provide leadership and outstanding programmes by engaging in scholarly reflection, cultivating critical thinking and advancing creative problem-solving skills in the fields of engineering, the sc ...

  • Mercy Corps

    Finance Officer at

    6 days ago

    Mercy Corps Nairobi, Kenya Full time

    Mercy Corps is a global humanitarian aid agency engaged in transitional environments that have experienced some sort of shock: natural disaster, economic collapse, or conflict. · The Position (General Position Summary) · Working in the Finance Department under the direction of th ...

  • Pact World

    Finance Officer at

    1 week ago

    Pact World Nairobi, Kenya Full time

    A nonprofit international development organization founded in 1971, Pact works on the ground in more than 30 countries to improve the lives of those who are poor and marginalized. We strive for a world where all people exercise their voice, build their own solutions and take owne ...

  • Kua Ventures

    Finance Officer at

    1 week ago

    Kua Ventures Nairobi, Kenya Full time

    Kua Ventures is a faith-driven impact investor that envisions Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in East Africa flourishing in their communities. We support hardworking men and women with economic and spiritual resources that unleash their capacities and liberate them from the e ...

  • Ujamaa Africa

    Finance Officer

    2 weeks ago

    Ujamaa Africa Nairobi, Kenya Full time

    ABOUT THE COMPANY · Ujamaa-Africa is an NGO that promotes economic empowerment, personal security and health for vulnerable women through prevention strategies. · We are continuously conducting groundbreaking research and scale up our interventions and have thus far demonstrated ...

  • Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture Technology

    Finance Officer at

    2 days ago

    Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture Technology Nairobi, Kenya Full time

    Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology is situated in Juja, 36 kilometres North East of Nairobi, along Nairobi-Thika Highway. It was started in 1981 as a Middle Level College (Jomo Kenyatta College of Agriculture and Technology (JKCAT)) by the Government of Kenya ...

  • MENNONITE

    Finance Officer

    3 days ago

    MENNONITE Nairobi, Kenya Full time

    ABOUT THE COMPANY · spreading the good news · JOB SUMMARY · The Finance Officer (FO) will be a critical part of the VIRCA Projects. The FO will provide high-quality day to day support to VIRCA team and Cassava Seed Entrepreneurs (CSEs) on financial management in Kenya and Rwanda. ...

  • Hivos East Africa

    Finance Officer at

    1 week ago

    Hivos East Africa Nairobi, Kenya Full time

    Hivos is an international organisation that seeks new solutions to persistent global issues. With smart projects in the right places, we oppose discrimination, inequality, abuse of power and the unsustainable use of our planet's resources. Counterbalance alone, however, is not en ...

  • University of Eldoret

    Finance Officer at

    1 week ago

    University of Eldoret Nairobi, Kenya Full time

    The University of Eldoret is situated approximately nine (9) kilometres along the Eldoret-Ziwa road from Eldoret town, Uasin Gishu County. It was founded in 1946 by the white settlers as a Large Scale Farmers Training Centre. In 1984, it was converted to a teachers' training coll ...

  • World Bank Group

    Finance Officer

    6 days ago

    World Bank Group Nairobi, Kenya

    · Job Description · Description · –> · The Finance Officer will: service as a WFACS country focal point for an assigned country portfolio; perform the review and clearance of the preparation packages for new World Bank-funded projects; support the disbursements-related aspects o ...

  • UJAMAA Africa

    Finance Officer at

    1 week ago

    UJAMAA Africa Nairobi, Kenya Full time

    About Us: Ujamaa Africa is a non-governmental organization dedicated to promoting economic empowerment, personal security, and health for vulnerable women through innovative prevention strategies. Through our groundbreaking research and interventions, we have achieved significant ...

  • ForumCiv Kenya

    Finance Officer at

    1 week ago

    ForumCiv Kenya Nairobi, Kenya Full time

    ForumCiv is a Swedish non-governmental member organisation. We defend democracy and support organisations in more than 70 countries. Here you will get an insight into how we are governed and organized. · Areas of responsibility · Implement ForumCiv's overall framework for financi ...

  • MAZIDO

    Finance Officer at

    1 week ago

    MAZIDO Nairobi, Kenya Full time

    MAZIDO is a non-profit organization that works with local communities in ASALs (Arid and Semi-Arid Lands) to promote sustainable livelihoods, enhance natural resource management and governance, and respond to climate change. · Summary: · This position plays a vital role in suppor ...

  • Izwe Africa Group

    Finance Officer at

    2 weeks ago

    Izwe Africa Group Nairobi, Kenya Full time

    Izwe Africa Group is an established credit provider operating in Ghana, Kenya and Zambia. We service a range of economically-active individuals, entrepreneurs and business owners with a range of financial solutions including purpose-based loans, asset-backed loans and savings and ...

  • Helen Keller International

    Finance and Administration Officer

    1 week ago

    Helen Keller International Nairobi, Kenya Full time

    The name Helen Keller is known around the world as a symbol of courage in the face of overwhelming odds, yet she was much more than a symbol. She was a woman of luminous intelligence, high ambition and great accomplishment who devoted her life to helping others. Helen Keller, our ...

  • International Rescue Committee (IRC)

    Sr. Officer, Finance

    1 week ago

    International Rescue Committee (IRC) Nairobi, Kenya Full time

    The International Rescue Committee is a global humanitarian aid, relief and development nongovernmental organization. · The Role: · The Sr. Officer, Finance & Partnerships is responsible for providing oversight and day-to-day financial management of the partners (including subcon ...

  • Moi University

    Chief Finance Officer at

    6 days ago

    Moi University Nairobi, Kenya Full time

    Moi University is committed to providing quality education and services that meet the needs of its customers and stakeholders through quality and relevant teaching, research and community service and outreach · Ref. MU/ADM/01/4/2024 · The Chief Finance Officer shall, under the ge ...