Finance Officer

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.