ADRA Somalia Accountant Job in Kenya

The Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA) Somalia is an International Non-Governmental Organization registered in Kenya and operating in Somalia.

ADRA’s mission is to change one life at a time through enhancing development in individuals and communities. ADRA Somalia desires to hire a qualified and experienced professional to fill the position of an Accountant.

Location: Nairobi with frequent visits to Somalia

Responsibilities:

• Provide accounting support to project staff while assuring compliance with internal control, donor regulations and budget restrictions.
• Check accounting records, financial statements/reports from the field to assess accuracy completeness and conformance to reporting and procedural standards.
• Process and make payments as provided in the approved budget and ensure that proper authorization is obtained for all disbursements and proper financial documents are used.
• Maintain efficient, proper and transparent financial filing system of all documents relating to finance.
• Ensure proper documentation for monthly payment of bills, contracts and local salaries.
• Assist in preparation of monthly payroll and undertake monthly closing procedures including bank reconciliation, staff salaries and staff vouchers.
• Assist with facilitation of internal and external audit procedures required.
• Contribute towards program planning by developing budgets/providing cost estimations.

Qualifications/Experience

• Bachelor of Commerce/Business administration with a bias in accounting.
• CPA finalist or its equivalent
• Must be a self starter who requires minimum supervision and ready to work under pressure
• Knowledge in Navision and Sun plus will be an added advantage
• Have at least 3 years experience in a busy accounting environment preferably INGO.
• Be proficient in computerized accounting systems and strong spreadsheet skills

If you meet the above requirements, please submit your application including your CV/resumé via e-mail not later than 26th January 2011 to hr@adrasom.org or info@adrasom.org.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.