Dec 15, Save the Children Project Financial Accountant – Balance Sheet Jobs in Kenya

Role Purpose:

Save the Children is implementing a new financial data model across the organisation, which includes an updated chart of accounts. This new data model will be implemented across all Save the Children’s 70+ offices, which include Country Offices, Regional Offices, our Centre Office in London.

The implementation of this project, called Coding, is done in waves of around 10 offices at the same time. There are 5 waves to be implemented between now and the end of 2025.

This role will lead on the preparation and transition of the balance sheet to the new global chart of accounts for each of these waves. The role will also be responsible for ensuring full allocation and reconciliation across all control accounts on the balance sheet and all award fund balances for the country offices going live with Coding

This includes posting centre bank account transactions and preparing bank reconciliations.

The post holder is responsible for managing the recharging of the consolidated invoices for all travel across SCI to the relevant country offices.

In order to be successful, you will bring/have:

Experience and Skills

Essential

Excellent knowledge of balance sheet control and reconciliation process

Experience of working in a multi-currency environment

Experience with management information systems and strong excel skills

Experience of solving complex issues through analysis

Excellent attention to detail and accuracy

results oriented with ability to find solutions and make improvements

Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships at all levels

Self-motivated with good time management skills and ability to prioritise workload, anticipate requirements, work to tight deadlines and communicate decisions on a regular basis

Ability to operate in a changing environment: adaptable, flexible and supportive approach

Highest standards of ethics and integrity

commitment to Save the Children values

Desirable

Knowledge of payroll processes

Experience of operating in a global and complex organisation

How to Apply

For more information and job application details, see; Save the Children Project Financial Accountant – Balance Sheet Jobs in Kenya

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