Finance Assistant at
4 weeks ago
Fairtrade International is an internationally recognized, non-profit organization that works to secure fairer trade terms so that farmers and workers in developing countries can invest in a better future for themselves and their communities.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIESFinancial Management
Ensure accurate and timely posting of data into the accounting system i.e. receipts, payments and, journals.
Process invoices, payments and grants, ensure accuracy and that all supporting documents are attached and appropriately approved.
Continually update the creditors' accounts in the system.
Support in monthly bank reconciliation statements for the organization's bank accounts and petty cash
Assist Financial Accountant in updating the assets register.
Prepare financial activities report and or financial departmental reports when required.
Liaise with department managers in drafting budget and assist in the monitoring of budgets, providing regular reports and alerts.
Participate in the internal audit reviews as required in accordance with the audit plan through provisionof the required information.
Posting of financial transactions on the accounting system and making online payments
Prepare and submit monthly statutory deductions on timely basis.
Act as banking agent and responsible for all FTA bank accounts with various banks
Filing and Procurement
Establish, maintain and update supplier's data base.
Establish an effective filing system for the finance department.
Process procurement requisitions for secretariat
SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
KNOWLEDGE,
EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:
Qualifications
Diploma in Accounting, Finance or related field
Member of a professional body such as CPA or ICPAK
Experience and Knowledge
At least - 3 years' accounting experience
Knowledge of financial systems, including accounting systems and budgetary control
Sound knowledge of Kenyan tax laws
Skills
Strong financial management and accounting skills
Data entry and records maintenance skills
Book keeping and accounting skills
Excellent analytical skills
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Good MS Office skills particularly MS Excel
Excellent organisational skills
Ability to work with different accounting packages
Good customer services skill
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