Oxfam GB Jobs: Programme Accountant - Somalia Programme

(Based in Nairobi)
D1 National post
Ksh1,962,660 - Ksh2, 640,000 per annum gross

Contract Type: Open ended

Oxfam GB works through partners in Somalia and works closely with other Oxfam affiliates, in particular Oxfam Novib.

Oxfam GB's strategy for Somalia includes response to emergency situations, such as the current Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) crisis around Mogadishu, and the development of innovative Programmes for implementation in insecure environments.

We require a highly experienced Programme Accountant for Oxfam GB Somalia programme to deliver successfully in the programme.

The Role

You will review programme accounts and ensure that financial transactions are processed in PeopleSoft (Oxfam's Accounting and Programme system) for each reporting period. You will perform audit checks on financial returns submitted by partners, prepare and monitor programme budgets as well as produce financial and donor reports.

Maintenance of accurate records of financial transactions will be critical for the role. You will in addition, monitor programme expenditure against approved budgets and OPAL projects.

This role will involve a good level of financial analysis as well as ensuring that all systems are operated effectively and that financial data is accurate when computed between OPAL, CRIMSON and the General Ledger.

You will support and build the capacity of partners on all aspects of financial management.

The Person

To be successful in this role, you will have substantial accounting experience backed by a first degree and an accountancy qualification.

You will have demonstrable experience in handling budgets, knowledge and experience of donor financial requirements and donor contract management.

Sound understanding of financial and accounting systems, procedures and processes will be essential.

You will have proven working knowledge of computerized accounting packages and spreadsheets.

With strong written and verbal communication skills, you'll be adept at working across teams and able to support and capacity build a range of partners on financial Management.

You will be self-driven, possess strong analytical skills as well as the ability to plan and work effectively under pressure.

The role will involve a fair amount of travelling within our project areas.

This role offers immense scope for career development.

This is a challenging opportunity for a dedicated and highly motivated professional, with a strong commitment to Oxfam's values and beliefs.

If you believe you are the candidate we are looking for, please submit your application and CV in English detailing your experience for the post and include daytime telephone contacts and two referees, preferably your current line managers to hecajobs @ oxfam.org.uk.

The closing date: 24th September 2009

Only short listed candidates will be contacted

We are committed to ensuring diversity and gender equality within our organization.