Peace Winds Japan Finance Officer Jobs in Kenya
Roles & Responsibilities: The Finance Officer under the general supervision of the Area Manager and within the limits of Peace Winds Japan Kenya policies and procedures coordinates the facilitation of field activities and functions within PWJ. The Finance Officer will work closely with the management teamand other staff to perform a variety of tasks including, but not limited to:
Provide support for preparation of donor financial reports and ensure complete, accurate reports and documentation are submitted to the Country Finance Department;
Support Country Finance Department for complying with policies and procedures related to financial management;
Ensure effective financial planning, budgeting, and expenditure tracking for different donor activities;
Review vouchers and documentation supporting field transactions. Identify risks and non-compliance with PWJ and donor regulations and control procedures. Work with program team to develop risk mitigation plan as required.
Support Country Finance Department for disbursement of funds and upload invoices of sub-contractors or suppliers into the NetSuite ERP System;
Ensure that field transactions are booked to the designated activity codes;
Support Country Finance Department for finalizing monthly financial report and submit to HQ on time;
Manage and analyze cash positions of the field office;
Provide training and support to program staff to improve their financial management skills;
Offer guidance on financial aspects of procurement and sub-contracts;
Support HR Officers for monthly payroll process together with incentive and casual worker’s payments;
Provide support Country Finance
Department for calculations of tax and social security, reporting and submission of withholdings, and facilitate payment to government;
Prepare monthly cash/bank reconciliation;
Other duties as and when assigned by the Supervisor.
Requirements:
A bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, Accounting or related field with minimum of five years of experience or Master’s Degree in Finance, Business Administration, Accounting or related field with minimum of 5 years of experience.
High knowledge of financial management and accounting systems processes, preferably in a humanitarian or non-profit organization.
A comprehensive understanding of current accounting and taxes and accepted best practices;
Proficient in NetSuite ERP System.
Excellent planning and organizing skills and ability to adhere deadlines.
How to Apply
We are looking to recruit Kenyan national candidates only. Interested and qualified candidates are cordially invited to send a cover letter (1 page) indicating salary expectation and resume (3 pages) as one pdf document recruit@peace-winds.or.ke.
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