Finance Assistant Job in Kenya

Finance Assistant , BirdLife International.

BirdLife International is
seeking to recruit an enthusiastic and experienced individual for the position
of Finance Assistant. The main responsibilities will be to perform a range of
general clerical, accounting and bookkeeping, supporting the finance functions
for BirdLife International Nairobi office to adhere to its policies and
procedures as well as donor compliance.

Required skills,
experience, and qualifications:

• University degree in Finance, Accounting,


• CPA 11 qualifications.


• In-depth experience with Excel spreadsheets


• Good understanding of local taxation in
  Kenya.


• Proven track record working in a finance
  office in an NGO or commercial sector.


• High motivation, desire to achieve;
  attention to detail, excellent organisational skills, and ability to work
  to high standards with tight deadlines.


• Team worker who can motivate others as well
  as themselves.


• Excellent written and oral communication
  skills. Ability to work with people with various levels of competence.


• Ability to analyse problems.


• Flexibility and ability to work
  independently.


• Computer literacy in all standard Microsoft
  office applications in particular MS Excel


• Knowledge in ERP system an added advantage.


• Oral and written fluency in English

Application deadline: 12th
May 2023

Location: The
position will be based in Nairobi, Kenya

Salary & benefits:

Commensurate with experience
and qualifications and in accordance with BirdLife International, Africa
Division terms and conditions.

• Gross monthly salary: KES90,000


• Length/duration of this position: 2 years
  (renewable)


• Working hours: Full time 40 hours per week


• Date when the job expected to start: 1 June
  2023

How To Apply

Applications, including a
covering letter summarizing the applicant’s suitability for the position, a
detailed CV and names and contact addresses of three referees known to the
applicant in a professional capacity, should be sent via email before the
deadline to: recruitment-africa@birdlife.org

Interviews: Only
shortlisted candidates will be contacted.