Anglican Church Diocesan Accountant Job in Kenya

The Anglican Church of Kenya: Diocese of Nairobi

Diocesan Accountant

at Imani House.

Key responsibilities

Coordinate the budgeting processTo coordinate the day-to-day financial transactions ie process various approved paymentsTo ensure compliance on existing policies, procedures and International Accounting StandardsTo maintain up-to-date organisation’s financial records, daily reconciliation and update into the Quick Books Accounting systemPrepare and analyze monthly financial statements and make recommendations for future decisionsTo verify payments for accuracy and budget provisions for further processingTo carry out periodic update of the accounting codes assigned to specific account itemsTo develop and maintain sound Diocesan financial planning, policies, processes and proceduresTo co-ordinate statutory audit of the Diocesan Office including departmentsTo carry out periodic and annual institution’s audit as and when requiredBachelor of Commerce degree (Accounting Option) orCPA(K) with 5 years working experience in a similar position3 years working experience in management of Church accountingPossess good analytical and co-ordinating skills with the ability to apply financial accounting techniques to a wide range of operational situationsStrong leadership, supervisory and interpersonal and report writing skillsExperience in Quick Books Accounting system would be a distinct advantageKnowledge of computer accounting packagesPracticing born again ChristianApplication together with a brief CV and names of three referees should be submitted to the Administrative Secretary by email on acknairobi@swiftkenya.com

Only short listed candidates will be contacted. To be received not later than 20th of April 2012.