NGO Jobs in Kenya. Senior Accountant

Senior Accountant Jobs at Winrock International in Kenya
Position Title: Senior Accountant
Location: Nairobi, Kenya

About the Organization

Winrock International is a nonprofit organization that works with people in the United States and around the world to empower the disadvantaged, increase economic opportunity, and sustain natural resources.

Position Summary
Reporting to the Controller/Director of Finance with indirect reportability to the Regional Operations Manager, the Senior Accountant manages various general ledger accounting, reporting, and reconciliations.

Senior Accountant Job Description

Supervises junior accountant(s)

Perform accounting activities to include financial reports, bank reconciliations, general ledger entries, and other general accounting functions

Maintain strong financial reports in compliance with organizations policies and procedures

Audits field office vouchers

Reviews vs. prepares monthly reconciliations

Train project accounting staff on Winrock procedures

Assist with the preparation of financial reports for US Government, institutional funders and private donors as needed

Respond to routine HQ accounting-related inquiries

Review the completeness and accuracy of regional office and country office monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports package submissions; resolve related problems and/or provide guidance to Country Offices to resolve them as appropriate

Maintain vendor files and related accounting records, such as leases and contracts

Manage accounts payables, receivables, payroll, travel advances, and international wires

Monitor budgets as needed

Duties and Responsibilities:

May assist in monitoring the financial management including expenditure for all financial activities in the regional office.

Manage and review field office vouchers (FOVs)

Monitor subcontractors and obligations to funders as required
Qualifications for Accountant Jobs in Kenya

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related field.

Five years minimum accounting and/or auditing experience preferably in a nonprofit or international development environment

Knowledge and experience with financial management and reporting requirements.

Knowledge of and familiarity with accounting systems/packages

Experience managing staff

Some knowledge and understanding of tax laws and compliance helpful.

Ability to use good judgment and professionalism; experience in decision-making

Excellent analytical skills

Excellent Microsoft Excel skills and experience with accounting software

Experience with US government regulations a plus

Accuracy and attention to detail

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Ability to interact with international employees

Strong skills in internal controls and accounting standards

How to Apply:
Applicants should go HERE to submit their application, cover letter and current resume or submit materials to jobs@winrock.org with the title, location, and job number in the subject line.

Application deadline is April 29, 2015. Candidates must have legal authorization to work in Kenya.

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