Mercy Corps Finance Officer Jobs in Kenya
About Mercy Corps
Mercy Corps is powered by the belief that a better world is possible. To do this, we know our teams do their best work when they are diverse, and every team member feels that they belong. We welcome diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and skills so that we can be stronger and have long term impact.
The Department
The Mercy Corps Finance Department is responsible for all financial functions including accounting, payments and banking, payroll, budgeting, financial reporting, and grant financial management and compliance. The Mercy Corps Finance Department ensures compliance with donor regulations as well as Mercy Corps’ internal policies and procedures.
In its role as a support to the Program Department, the Finance Department provides timely reports and assistance to the Country Director and the Program team to ensure that financial resources are used efficiently and effectively.
General Position Summary
Working in the Finance Department under the direction of the Finance and Compliance Manager, Finance Officer will assist in the processing and recording of payment transactions in a timely and accurate manner.
Essential Job Responsibilities
Finance
Responsible for counter check of payment documents ensuring that supporting documentation corresponds to the payment request, calculations are correct, and that payment request is duly signed as per the AAM level.
Process mobile bank transfers.
Process purchase invoice transfers.
Enter Purchase Invoices into Navigator.
Prepare and filing of monthly PAYE for National and expatriate staff/ Uploading PAYE and NITA for Expatriates in Navigator on a monthly basis.
Monthly amortization of prepaid expenses.
Prepare Bank Reconciliations for the accounts managed by other staff (field offices).
Assist with review and preparation of monthly and quarterly Balance Sheet reconciliations.
Assist with audit related requirements.
Assist in payroll preparation.
Archiving of finance documents as per the FFM.
Assist in month close procedures.
Ensure financial records are kept up to date with the latest transactions and changes.
Responsible for fixed asset register and inventory.
Responsible for counter check of payment documents ensuring that supporting documentation corresponds to the payment request, calculations are correct, and that payment request is duly signed as per the AAM level.
Program Support Operations:
Ensure that MC financial systems are efficient, and funds promptly transferred to the field offices. Provide regular review of field operations to ensure cost-effectiveness and provide guidance on improved operational practices for value-for-money.
Travel in all field locations and support with review of documents on quarterly basis
Capacity building of staff on basic bookkeeping and coding.
Review of BVA’s with the teams in the field.
Staff Management, Professional Development and Team building
Create a work atmosphere conducive for professional growth and development of personnel at all levels by implementing and ensuring all staff are effectively using the performance planning and management system, establishing performance expectations, and regularly providing constructive feedback.
Promote accountability by conducting staff annual performance reviews with direct supervisees and ensuring that supervisory staff do the same.
Contribute to country team building efforts and ensure the integration of all team members into relevant decision-making processes.
Capacity building of all staff on all Donor regulations and Compliance.
Knowledge and Experience:
Two or more years of financial management and accounting.
A degree in accounting or a relevant business field is desirable.
CPA IV or equivalent
Strong computer skills in MS Office programs, particularly Excel
Accuracy in the processing of cash transactions, mathematical aptitude, and attention to detail
Excellent oral and written English skills.
How to Apply
For more information and job application details, see; Mercy Corps Finance Officer Jobs in Kenya
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