Position
Summary

The accountant will provide financial and
administrative support to our Francophone and Anglophone clients across East
Africa, ensuring the effective management of accounting, budgeting, cash
flow, banking, and asset management functions. Working closely with clients and
internal stakeholders, the role requires strong bilingual communication
skills in both French and English.

The
successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial
records, ensuring compliance with applicable policies and regulations,
supporting budget planning and monitoring, and contributing to the efficient
delivery of financial services across the region.

Key Responsibilities

1.      Accounting
& Financial Reporting

·       Process invoices and accounting transactions
in relevant financial systems.

·       Support weekly and fortnightly accounting
activities for regional offices.

·       Prepare and reconcile loan, third-party, and
general ledger accounts.

·       Produce periodic financial reports and
account analyses.

·       Ensure compliance with accounting policies
and procedures.

·       Assist in month-end, quarter-end, and
year-end closing activities.

2.      Budget
Management

·       Assist in the preparation and consolidation
of annual budgets.

·       Monitor budget utilization and expenditure
trends.

·       Prepare budget tracking reports and variance
analyses.

·       Support mission and training budget
planning.

·       Respond to budget-related queries from
Headquarters.

·       Maintain and update budget management
systems as required.

3.      Cash
& Treasury Management

·       Manage cash provisioning and liquidity
requirements.

·       Process supplier, consultant, and statutory
payments.

·       Maintain petty cash records and
reconciliations.

·       Prepare monthly cash and bank reconciliation
reports.

·       Monitor cash flow and support treasury
planning activities.

4.      Banking
& Administrative Support

·       Upload and process payments through banking
platforms.

·       Maintain relationships with banking
institutions.

·       Monitor bank and mobile money accounts.

·       Track transactions and investigate
discrepancies.

·       Manage cheque books and authorized signatory
records.

·       Conduct supplier compliance checks before
payment processing.

·       Support administrative functions within the
Regional Office.

5.      Asset
Management

·       Support the management of fixed assets
across the region.

·       Update and maintain asset records in the
asset management system.

·       Assist with asset verification, tracking,
and reporting.

6.      Regional
Support & Team Collaboration

·       Provide support to regional offices across
East Africa.

·       Serve as backup for Accounting and Budget
Management Officers when required.

·       Train and guide colleagues on financial
procedures and systems.

·       Contribute to process improvement
initiatives and operational efficiency.

Qualifications & Experience

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Business
  Administration, Commerce, or a related field.
• Professional accounting qualification (CPA, ACCA, or equivalent)
  is an added advantage.

Experience

• Minimum of three (3) years’ experience in accounting, finance, or
  administration within a reputable organization.
• Experience working in an international organization, development
  agency, NGO, or multinational environment is desirable.

Technical skills

• Strong accounting and financial reporting knowledge.
• Advanced proficiency in accounting and financial management systems
  such as Xero Accounting, QuickBooks online among others.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

Language requirements

• Fluent written and spoken French (minimum B2 level).
• Fluent written and spoken English (minimum B2 level).
• Ability to prepare reports, correspondence, and presentations in
  both languages.

Competencies

• High level of integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Adaptability and willingness to support a wide range of finance
  and administration functions.
• Strong customer-service and stakeholder-management skills.

Working Conditions

• Full-time position based in Nairobi, Kenya.
• Standard working hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
• Regular interaction with regional offices across Africa.

Application Requirements

Interested candidates should submit

• Updated CV.
• Cover Letter.
• Copies of academic and professional certificates.
• Contact details of at least three professional referees.

Only shortlisted candidates will be
contacted.