Finance Analyst (Accounts Assistant) – Nairobi, Kenya
Finance Analyst (Accounts Assistant) – Nairobi, Kenya – BRAC Ultra-Poor Graduation Initiative
Position: Finance Analyst (Accounts Assistant)
Company: BRAC Ultra-Poor Graduation Initiative (UPGI)
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Type of Job: Full-time, Partially Remote
Reporting to: Finance Manager (Dotted line to Senior Finance Manager)
Application Deadline: November 8, 2024
Join BRAC UPGI and Be Part of a Global Movement to Eradicate Extreme Poverty
Are you a dynamic finance professional looking to make a significant impact in the fight against extreme poverty? BRAC Ultra-Poor Graduation Initiative (UPGI) is seeking a talented Finance Analyst (Accounts Assistant) to join our Nairobi office in Kenya. This pivotal role supports operations and administrative functions critical to our scale-up strategy, working alongside an international team that impacts lives across continents.
Why Join BRAC UPGI?
- Global Impact: Contribute to a movement aiming to lift 21 million people out of extreme poverty by 2026.
- Professional Growth: Engage in a role that offers opportunities for learning and career advancement.
- Innovative Environment: Be part of a team pioneering evidence-based, scalable interventions.
- Collaborative Culture: Work with diverse teams across different regions, enhancing your global perspective.
- Flexible Work Arrangement: Enjoy a partially remote position that offers work-life balance.
Key Responsibilities
- Staff Reimbursement Claims: Process staff reimbursement claims in line with company policies, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
- Vendor Invoice Management: Manage vendor invoices, ensuring timely and accurate payment processing.
- Account Reconciliation: Conduct monthly reconciliation of accounts payable and receivable accounts.
- Financial Reporting Support: Assist in preparing financial reports by providing essential data for informed decision-making.
- Aging Schedules Preparation: Prepare aging schedules for balance sheet accounts to monitor outstanding items.
- Documentation Maintenance: Maintain accurate support documentation for all payments, adhering to relevant regulations, including those made to non-registered countries.
- Month-End Closing Assistance: Support the month-end closing process and other ad-hoc finance tasks as needed.
- Internal Control Promotion: Advocate for a strong internal control environment and best practices in the accounts payable process.
- Process Improvement: Identify and drive improvements, including creating standard and ad-hoc reports, tools, and dashboards.
Qualifications and Skills
- Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Commerce (BCom), Management, or a related field.
- Professional Certification: Part qualification in CPA Part 2 or ACCA Level 2 is a prerequisite.
- Experience: Minimum of two (2) years of progressive experience in finance or similar roles.
- Sector Experience: Prior experience working in an international NGO is an added advantage.
- Donor-Funded Projects: Experience in donor-funded projects and treasury management with an understanding of major donors’ rules and regulations.
- Procurement Knowledge: In-depth understanding of procurement processes, contract management, and travel logistics.
- Technical Proficiency: Proficiency in MS Office, project management tools, and procurement systems.
- Communication Skills: Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
- Multitasking Abilities: Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously with attention to detail and accuracy.
- Language Skills: Strong English skills and fluency in local languages required.
- Travel Willingness: Ability and willingness to travel as required.
Company Culture and Values
At BRAC UPGI, we are committed to creating a world free from all forms of exploitation and discrimination. Our mission is to empower communities in low-income countries, equipping them to achieve prosperity. We believe in:
- Inclusivity: We are an equal opportunity employer committed to attracting and retaining the best employees from all backgrounds.
- Innovation: Pioneering new development and social enterprise approaches to catalyze lasting change.
- Collaboration: Building strong relationships with stakeholders to enhance impact.
- Integrity: Ensuring compliance with organizational policies and industry guidelines.
- Safeguarding: Committed to the safety of team members and communities, adhering to safeguarding policies in every course of action.
About BRAC and the Ultra-Poor Graduation Initiative
BRAC is an award-winning international non-governmental development organization founded in Bangladesh in 1972 by Sir Fazle Hasan Abed. With the vision of a world where everyone has the opportunity to realize their potential, BRAC has impacted over 9 million people through its flagship Ultra-Poor Graduation program.
BRAC UPGI is a global unit within BRAC International, established in 2016 to scale the success of BRAC’s Ultra-Poor Graduation program globally. We work to integrate the Graduation approach into existing government programs, aiming to eradicate extreme poverty worldwide.
Apply Now for Finance Analyst (Accounts Assistant)
Ready to take the next step in your career and make a meaningful difference? Apply now to join BRAC UPGI as a Finance Analyst (Accounts Assistant) in Nairobi, Kenya.
How to Apply
- Submit Your Application: Upload your resume and a detailed cover letter through the following link: Finance Analyst (Accounts Assistant) Nairobi-Kenya
- Application Deadline: Ensure your application is submitted by November 8, 2024.
- Note: Only complete applications will be accepted, and shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Equal Opportunity Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to attracting and retaining the best employees from all backgrounds. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
Join us in creating a world where everyone has the opportunity to realize their potential. Apply now and be part of the change!
Join us in creating a world where everyone has the opportunity to realize their potential. Apply now and be part of the change!
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