Project Accountant Job in Nairobi, Kenya

Preterm Birth Initiative (PTBI) Kenya

– Job Vacancies
 

Background of the PTBI Project: The University of California San Francisco (UCSF)

and Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI) are collaborating in a four year

implementation project to decrease the burden of preterm births and associated

illnesses. 

The main activities will focus on

improving data use, quality improvements and capacity strengthening around

intrapartum and post natal care. 

The implementation will be conducted

in Migori County. 

Position: Project Accountant
 
Ref: PTBI-Kenya

Vac/PA/3/2016  
 

Reports to: Principle Investigator
 

Duration: 1

Year – contract renewable
 

Job Description: We would like to hire a project accountant who’ll

be in charge of accounting functions. 

Duties for the position are as

outlined below, though not exhaustive as roles can be added as directed by the

position supervisor.

• Prepare and submit timely and accurate monthly
  
  reports on usage of project funds to the Supervisor and the sponsor as
  
  stipulated.


• Provide support for procurement process in a
  
  manner that’s transparent, fair and in accordance with policy.



• Provide logistic support to the project


• Effectively manage all service providers and
  
  suppliers


• Ensure all project equipment are well
  
  maintained and operating optimally and maintain inventory.


• Ensure that project cash flows (income and
  
  expenditures) are managed in a timely and accurate manner


• Monitor budget utilization and communicate
  
  variances on a monthly basis to the P.I


• Work with KEMRI management on timely monthly
  
  reports.


• Assist in relevant administrative duties for
  
  the project.

Qualifications and Experience

• Should have a minimum or equivalent of CPA
  
  part 2


• Work experience in a research or related
  
  project for at least 2 years.


• Advanced excel knowledge and experience are
  
  required


• Exposure to QuickBooks accounting package will
  
  be an added advantage


• Evidence of experience or training in
  
  administration is added value


• Administrative knowledge or experience is of
  
  added value.

• Keen and ability to work well within a team
  
  and independently with minimal supervision and develop on the job


• Excellent organizational skills and ability to
  
  determine priorities and meet multiple deadlines


• Flexibility, ability to adapt to a changing
  
  and challenging environment are desirable.

a) All applicants must address each

selection criteria detailed in the minimum requirements .
 

b) Must include a current CV with

names of at least 2 referees.
 

c) Must include copies of academic

and professional certificated and valid licenses where applicable.
 

d) A duly signed application letter

indicating the vacancy reference with copies of documents listed above

should be sent to the email address below:

To the Program Director and Principal Investigator
PTBi – Kenya
Email: kenyaptbiteam@gmail.com

Application Deadline: 15th March 2016

Only those shortlisted will be contacted.