Catholic Relief Services Finance Officer - Operations Jobs in Kenya

Catholic Relief Services Finance Officer - Operations Jobs in Kenya

About CRS:

Catholic Relief Services (CRS) carries out the commitment of the Bishops of the United States to assist the poor and vulnerable overseas. Our Catholic identity is at the heart of our mission and operations. We welcome as a part of our staff and as partners, people of all faiths and secular traditions who share our values and our commitment to serving those in need.

CRS has worked in Kenya since 1965. Over the years, CRS’ focus shifted from direct relief and food distributions to a comprehensive development program that works with partners and enhances local capacity. CRS Kenya programs now support children affected by HIV and community-based efforts to increase household incomes, improve family health and sanitation, and enhance agriculture livelihoods

Job Summary:

The Finance Officer – Operations will support the Finance department’s management of accounting systems, policies and procedures in compliance with CRS’ established accounting standards, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), donors’ rules and regulations, and legal requirements to support high-quality programs serving the poor and vulnerable.

As part of an experienced finance team you will help coordinate daily financial activities through preparation and delivery of financial services.

Job Responsibilities:

Review and supporting documentation of financial transactions to ensure all required documents are accurate and complete.

Help ensure maintenance of all data required for processing financial transactions for assigned accounts in Insight Oracle systems

Record delegated financial transactions following appropriate authorizations. Review various accounts to detect irregularities.

Help evaluate sub recipient financial management processes in accordance with policy and help strengthen capacity of partner in financial accounting and transactions.

Prepare delegated financial reports, as needed including month end closure reports.

Help share information with sub recipients and staff on financial accounting policies and procedural compliance issues.

Prepare and manage account receivables and payables for both staff

and vendors ensuring monthly statements are prepared and disseminated monthly.

Process payments/disbursements in accordance with CRS’s set policies and procedures.

Personal Skills

Excellent analytical skills with ability to detect and report inconsistencies

Excellent organizational skills

Conscientious, accurate and thorough with great attention to detail

Ethical conduct in accordance with recognized professional and organizational codes of ethics

Proactive, resourceful, solutions oriented and results-oriented

Teamwork and ability to work collaboratively

Required/Desired Foreign Language: Excellent written and oral communication skills

Travel Required: Minimal travel

Typical Background, Experience & Requirements:

Education and Experience

B.A. degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration with courses in accounting, or a qualification in accounting (CPA/ACCA or equivalent).

Minimum of three years’ experience in a position with similar responsibilities, preferably with an international or local NGO, or a financial/banking institution.

Familiarity the relevant public donors’ regulations a plus.

Proficient in MS Office packages (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio), Web Conferencing Applications. Knowledge of Oracle ERP financial accounting package or similar financial reporting software preferred.

Demonstrated commitment to respect, equity, diversity and inclusion including gender equality.

Preferred Qualifications

Familiarity with the relevant public donors’ regulations a plus.

Proficient in Excel and experience with Word and PowerPoint. Knowledge of Oracle Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Accounting package or similar financial reporting software is a plus.

How to Apply

For more information and job application details, see; Catholic Relief Services Finance Officer - Operations Jobs in Kenya

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