The Project Accountant will have the following responsibilities:

• Prepare all the daily financial transactions and the books of accounts and ensure they are appropriately recorded and coded.
• Compiling and presenting financial reports
• Consolidation of financial support documents from the field.
• Paying project expenses and salaries.
• Monitor all the organization’s financial transactions.
• Prepare Monthly bank reconciliation reports.
• Ensure adherence and compliance to the organization’s and project budget.
• Monitor cash flow and ensure that the Finance and Administration filing system is up to date.
• Ensure that the related financial transactions comply with the donor requirements, country laws, organization’s Policies and Procedures.
• Submit on timely basis records for verification and approval by the donor by 5th of Every month.
• Ensure appropriate internal controls through adherence to the accounting systems and procedures.
• Provide support in the planning, preparation, monitoring of the organization’s finance department and its annual budget.
• Ensure the office’s smooth running, including Human Resources, Administration and Procurement issues.
• Attend and actively participate in relevant workshops and seminars.
• Ensure quality, consistent, and confidential records keeping at the office.
• Ensure proper and timely ordering of essential office supplies.
• Any other duty as assigned by the ADS Kenya Finance Manager.

Qualification and Requirements

• CPA (K)
• Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting is desirable.
• Three years’ experience in donor-funded projects is a must.
• Experience in ERP and other accounting packages is desirable.