Chemonics International Affairs Regional Agent (RFA), in Nairobi, Kenya, employment

Chemonics International Affairs Regional Agent (RFA), in Nairobi, Kenya, employment

Famine Early Warning Systems Network (FEWS NET)

Accountant regional field (ARF)

Chemonics International Inc., a consulting firm leading international based in Washington, DC, looking for an experienced professional for the Famine Early Warning Systems Network (FEWS NET III), a leading provider of analysis of food security World is of high quality and early warning.

Founded in 1984 responded to the famine in East and West Africa, this activity of $ 200 million over five years (2012-2016) aims to collaborate with international, regional and national partners to provide early warning and the timely and thorough analysis of potential, emerging and / or changes in food security issues in order to inform appropriate humanitarian response.

The project currently includes 31 countries, with plans to develop over the next five-year phase. This position is based in Nairobi, Kenya.

Chemonics International Inc. is looking for people who have a passion to make a difference in the lives of people around the world.

Job Description

Under the leadership of the Interior Ministry (HO)-designated land and accounting compliance team (FACT) Manager, establish and maintain consistency and accuracy in accounting procedures and ensure that practices comply with the accounting for all USAID and Chemonics International Inc., regulations and policies.

Advise the finance office of the area is important, examination and analysis of local delivery of accounts, and helped design the approach to project management assets and liabilities.

Travel offices, install the software and accounting mechanisms and monitoring of train crew in the proper use of this system. Also perform other activities necessary to ensure project success.

Education, qualifications and / or equivalent experience

To perform this task successfully, you must be able to perform each duty and responsibility essential satisfactorily.

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and / or ability required.

* Degree in Accounting or related field.
* Speaking excellent writing skills in English required, fluency in French preferred.
* Minimum 5 years experience with regulatory control and USAID / Government.
* Prior knowledge of accounting systems, ABACUS, QuickBooks a plus.
* Experience conducting audits or reviews.
* Knowledge of USAID and the privileged operations.
* Ability to solve technical, managerial or operational and evaluate options based on relevant information, resources, well-rounded experience and knowledge.
* Proven ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, and presentation of the main training and meeting effectively.
* Excellent knowledge of MS Office
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
* Strong organizational priorities and ability to work and attention to detail.
* Supervisory experience preferred.
* Provide leadership, integrity and flexibility.

Please send your resume and cover letter with position title in the subject line to:
FEWSKenyaRecruit@chemonics.com from February 3, 2012.

Finalists will be contacted.

Jobs Today Chief Accountant and Accountant In Kenya

Jobs Today Chief Accountant and Accountant In Kenya

A medium Sized Tour & Travel Company in Nairobi wishes to invite application for the following Key positions:

Chief Accountant:

Key duties & Responsibilities

• Developing , implementing and maintaining good financial policies and systems, Managing the budgetary and forward planning systems and process including annual, quarterly and adhoc budgets and providing operational financial support and guidance to senior managers on budgeting and financial performance.
  
• Preparing periodic financial reports and interpreting the same to management and ensuring proper books of accounting are maintained and kept up to date; Monitoring Overall financial performance and reporting and ensuring that statutory requirements are made in time;
  
• Liaising with Internal and External auditors and responding to queries, observations and recommendations.
  
• Maintaining payroll and establishing staff payroll accounts and monthly reconciliation of all the payroll reports and control accounts; Generating all payroll related expenditure and managing overall work process of the finance unit by ensuring effective work assignment, supervision and staff development.

The ideal candidate should have a university degree in accounting, commerce or business, Accountancy qualification (CPA(K), ACCA etc), extensive experience in business, financial administration with at least 3 years at a senior management level, demonstrate experience in Microsoft Office, spreadsheet applications and computerized accounting systems and have strong strategic advisory & analytical skills with a demonstrated ability to motivate teams and establish and implement work plan objectives

Accountant - In charge of Payables

Key duties & Responsibilities include:

• Perform the day to day processing of accounts payable transactions to ensure that finances are maintained in an effective, up to date and accurate manner.
  
• To receive and process all invoices, expense forms and requests for payments;
  
• Complete payroll functions in order to ensure staff are paid in an accurate and timely manner and prepare tax computations & returns each month;
  
• Verify calculations and input codes into the accounts systems in an accurate manner;
  
• To deal with daily transactions for petty cash and ensure that reconciliations are completed on daily basis.
  
• To ensure filing of documents in accounts payable is done in a timely and accurate manner.
  
• Prepare cheques for payments: perform bank reconciliations and provide administrative support in order to ensure effective and efficient office operations

Education and Experience:

• Include knowledge in relevant field, knowledge of office administration and procedures, knowledge of general bookkeeping procedures, proficient in relevant computer applications, 1-3 years accounts receivable/Payable and general accounting experience & CPA Part II.

Key Competencies:

• Include attention to detail and accuracy, interpersonal skills, good communication skills, organizational skills, information management, problem-solving and decision-making skills.

Interested candidates, who meet the above criteria, may email their applications and detailed CVs and testimonials to jobs.hrrecruit2@gmail.com so as to reach us by 03 Jan 2012.