Summary
Date Posted: Tuesday, January 14 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
Reporting to: Senior Legal Officer
Job Purpose: The accounts assistant will be responsible for providing financial and administrative support to ensure efficient and effective financial operations, enabling the organization to achieve its strategic objectives:

Key Responsibilities:
Financial Management
Prepare and process payments, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with organizational policies. Handling client contributions Assist in the preparation and maintenance of financial records, including vouchers, receipts, and invoices. Perform regular reconciliations of accounts, including bank, receivables, and payables. Monitor and track expenditures against budgets to ensure compliance with financial policies.
Reporting
Support the Programme Accountant in preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports. Maintain accurate financial documentation for auditing purposes. Assist in generating financial data for donor reports and funding proposals.
Compliance and Controls:
Ensure adherence to financial regulations, organizational policies, and donor requirements. Support the Programme Accountant in conducting internal audits and addressing any financial discrepancies. Updating and maintaining pay sheets on client’s files
Administrative Support:
Maintain an organized filing system for financial documents. Reconciliation of Administration and clients personal account. Bank received monies and performing banking agent duties. Provide logistical support for meetings, workshops, and training sessions, including budget preparation and expense tracking. Handling of petty cash management Collaborate with program staff to ensure alignment of financial processes with organizational objectives.

Qualifications and Experience:
Degree in Accountancy, full Level 2 of ACCA, CIMA or C ZICA membership. At least 5 years of experience in an accounting or finance role, preferably within an NGO. Knowledge of financial regulations and donor compliance requirements.

Key Competencies:
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. Excellent numerical and analytical abilities. Proficiency in accounting software such Pastel, Sage evolution, Sage 200 and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, etc.). Effective communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 60

Level of Education: Bachelor's degree

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