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Finn Church Aid (FCA) is the largest Finnish international aid organization. We operate in 13 countries, where the needs are most dire. We work with the poorest people, regardless of their religious beliefs, ethnic background, or political convictions. FCA work is based on promotion of human dignity and fundamental human rights and freedom, and FCA’s operations are guided by equality, non-discrimination, and responsibility.

FCA Kenya is looking for competent person to fill the following position

POSITION : FINANCE OFFICER

REPORTS TO : FINANCE & ADMINISTRATION MANAGER

DUTY STATION : NAIROBI

Primary Purpose

To ensure that FCA Finance procedures are implemented and compliance of rules and regulations alongside with donor policies, procedures and guidelines.

Main tasks

  • Overall quality control of FCA’s finance management
  • General support in administration/ payroll administration
  • Capacity building of Finance Assistants/Interns
  • Review supporting documents for completion and accuracy
  • Recording financial transactions in Unit 4
  • Reconcile balance sheet accounts
  • Support FAM in spot checks, internal and external audits

Special tasks

  • Responsible for all day to day transaction processing for all country program payments (initiation of bank payments/transfers).
  • Record accounting transactions, including coding of payment vouchers in UNIT4.
  • Check and verify the documents submitted for payment if approved by line manager and related staff before handing them over to the Finance Assistant for preparation of payment vouchers.
  • Review and compute travel claims, imprest accounts and verify authenticity of the supporting documents provided
  • Ensure that all advances are appropriately accounted for within reasonable time and that any travel advances are made in line with the FCA financial regulations.
  • Payroll administration via AREN system – ensure salaries are accurate and paid on time; and that staff receive payslips and annual reports as required
  • Assist Finance manager in facilitation of internal and external audit procedures as required
  • Other tasks may be given by the Finance Manager related to the position upon mutual consultation

Competence, experience, skills, knowledge needed

  • University degree or equivalent in accounting, finance, Business Administration or other closely related field ACCA II or CPA II
  • Ability to work effectively and harmoniously in a team with varied cultures and professional backgrounds with minimal supervision.
  • Excellent knowledge in preparing major international donor reports.
  • Possess strong analytical and conceptual skills.
  • Proven management skills
  • Fluent in written and spoken English.
  • Proven commitment to accountable practices.
  • Knowledge of working in challenging environments.
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills
  • Minimum 4-5 years of experience in a similar position.
  • Knowledge and working experience in ERP system. Experience with other computerized accounting packages will be an added advantage.

Interested applications should send a cover letter and a CV to: [email protected]

Deadline for receiving applications is 10th February 2023. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Please do not attach academic documents when you apply online

PLEASE NOTE THIS IS AN URGENT RECRUITMENT. APPLICATIONS WILL BE REVIEWED AND SHORT LISTING WILL BE DONE ON A ROLLING BASIS AND IF THE IDEAL CANDIDATE IS IDENTIFIED BEFORE THE DEADLINE DATE, FCA RESERVES THE RIGHT TO CLOSE THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS.

Finn Church Aid is committed to keeping children safe at all times & all levels of its program operations, so our selection process reflects our commitment to the protection of children from all forms of abuses. Employment is subject to our Child protection standards, adherence to Child Safeguarding Policy including background checks.

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Finn Church Aid (FCA) is the largest Finnish development cooperation organisation and the second largest provider of humanitarian assistance. We operate in 15 countries, where the needs are most dire. We work with the poorest people, regardless of their religious beliefs, ethnic background or political convictions.

Our work is based on rights, which means that our operations are guided by equality, non-discrimination and responsibility.

Aiming for permanent change

Permanent change in developing countries can only be achieved through persistent cooperation with local communities and people. Finn Church Aid is committed to working until the people in need can independently secure their livelihood and satisfy their basic needs.

For human rights, against poverty

The reduction of poverty requires achieving peace and the realisation of human rights. Through our projects, we work to ensure both. We encourage decision-makers and all Finns to address structures that induce poverty, violence and human rights violations.

Africa and Asia as the main targets

In 2016, FCA provided aid for 34 million euros in value. The majority of our funds come from private investors, the Ministry for Foreign Affairs of Finland, and parishes. Over 85 percent of the donated funds are directed to aid work. The share of domestic operations and general administration is about 15 percent.

Most of our assistance goes to Africa. The need for assistance on the continent has been caused and maintained by political instability, prolonged crises and natural disasters. The second most significant target for aid funds is Asia, which has the largest number of people living in poverty.

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0 USD Nairobi CF 3201 Abc road Fixed Term , 40 hours per week Finn Church Aid

Finn Church Aid (FCA) is the largest Finnish international aid organization. We operate in 13 countries, where the needs are most dire. We work with the poorest people, regardless of their religious beliefs, ethnic background, or political convictions. FCA work is based on promotion of human dignity and fundamental human rights and freedom, and FCA’s operations are guided by equality, non-discrimination, and responsibility.

FCA Kenya is looking for competent person to fill the following position

POSITION : FINANCE OFFICER

REPORTS TO : FINANCE & ADMINISTRATION MANAGER

DUTY STATION : NAIROBI

Primary Purpose

To ensure that FCA Finance procedures are implemented and compliance of rules and regulations alongside with donor policies, procedures and guidelines.

Main tasks

  • Overall quality control of FCA’s finance management
  • General support in administration/ payroll administration
  • Capacity building of Finance Assistants/Interns
  • Review supporting documents for completion and accuracy
  • Recording financial transactions in Unit 4
  • Reconcile balance sheet accounts
  • Support FAM in spot checks, internal and external audits

Special tasks

  • Responsible for all day to day transaction processing for all country program payments (initiation of bank payments/transfers).
  • Record accounting transactions, including coding of payment vouchers in UNIT4.
  • Check and verify the documents submitted for payment if approved by line manager and related staff before handing them over to the Finance Assistant for preparation of payment vouchers.
  • Review and compute travel claims, imprest accounts and verify authenticity of the supporting documents provided
  • Ensure that all advances are appropriately accounted for within reasonable time and that any travel advances are made in line with the FCA financial regulations.
  • Payroll administration via AREN system – ensure salaries are accurate and paid on time; and that staff receive payslips and annual reports as required
  • Assist Finance manager in facilitation of internal and external audit procedures as required
  • Other tasks may be given by the Finance Manager related to the position upon mutual consultation

Competence, experience, skills, knowledge needed

  • University degree or equivalent in accounting, finance, Business Administration or other closely related field ACCA II or CPA II
  • Ability to work effectively and harmoniously in a team with varied cultures and professional backgrounds with minimal supervision.
  • Excellent knowledge in preparing major international donor reports.
  • Possess strong analytical and conceptual skills.
  • Proven management skills
  • Fluent in written and spoken English.
  • Proven commitment to accountable practices.
  • Knowledge of working in challenging environments.
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills
  • Minimum 4-5 years of experience in a similar position.
  • Knowledge and working experience in ERP system. Experience with other computerized accounting packages will be an added advantage.

Interested applications should send a cover letter and a CV to: [email protected]

Deadline for receiving applications is 10th February 2023. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Please do not attach academic documents when you apply online

PLEASE NOTE THIS IS AN URGENT RECRUITMENT. APPLICATIONS WILL BE REVIEWED AND SHORT LISTING WILL BE DONE ON A ROLLING BASIS AND IF THE IDEAL CANDIDATE IS IDENTIFIED BEFORE THE DEADLINE DATE, FCA RESERVES THE RIGHT TO CLOSE THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS.

Finn Church Aid is committed to keeping children safe at all times & all levels of its program operations, so our selection process reflects our commitment to the protection of children from all forms of abuses. Employment is subject to our Child protection standards, adherence to Child Safeguarding Policy including background checks.

2023-02-11

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