JOB DESCRIPTION<\/p>\n
Swisscontact Kenya is seeking a detail-oriented and dedicated Project Accountant to join our team in our Nairobi office. The role entails supporting the Finance Manager in ensuring the accuracy, transparency, and integrity of all financial transactions related to the organization’s projects. The incumbent will manage project financial activities, ensure compliance with internal controls, and support seamless financial operations in alignment with the Country Manual and donor requirements.<\/p>\n
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES\u00a0<\/p>\n
Accounting\u00a0<\/p>\n
\tManage day-to-day financial activities, including processing invoices and expenditures.
\n\tWork with project coordinators and the operations team to forecast cash flow to ensure adequate liquidity.
\n\tPrepare and review monthly transaction listings for completeness and accuracy, posting necessary adjustments as required.
\n\tEnsure all financial transactions are well-documented, properly authorized, and securely filed.
\n\tVerify expenditures and payments to vendors, ensuring compliance with approved procurement plans and purchase orders.
\n\tCollect, review, and reconcile supplier statements with the organization\u2019s ledger accounts.
\n\tProvide financial analysis to support project staff in decision-making.
\n\tPrepare timely and accurate monthly financial reports for donors, head office, and other stakeholders.
\n\tMaintain robust internal controls and recommend process improvements where necessary.
\n\tManage petty cash operations in line with organizational policies.
\n\tPrepare payment vouchers and record all transactions in Abacus for accurate financial tracking and reporting.
\n\tEnsure compliance with tax regulations and timely processing of statutory deductions.
\n\tSupport budget planning, monitoring, and control activities.
\n\tFacilitate internal and external audits, ensuring timely resolution of audit findings.
\n\tReview and verify procurement processes for fixed assets, supplies, and services in accordance with Swisscontact procedures.
\n\tPerform any other duties assigned by management.<\/p>\n
Other\u00a0<\/p>\n
\tEnsure strict adherence to donor procedures, financial guidelines, and contractual obligations.
\n\tComply with all provisions outlined in the Swisscontact Country Manual.
\n\tEnsure all financial practices comply with local laws and accounting standards.
\n\tMaintain confidentiality and integrity in the handling of all financial information<\/p>\n
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES<\/p>\n
The incumbent may occasionally be asked to take on duties outside the scope of the above job description.<\/p>\n
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE<\/p>\n
\tMinimum of bachelor\u2019s or higher degree in Business related course, Accounting, Finance or Economics.
\n\tCPA K qualification or ACCA equivalent
\n\tMinimum 5 years of relevant work experience in not-for-profit sector. Experience in the development sector will be an added advantage.
\n\tProficiency in electronic accounting systems and advanced Knowledge in Excel is a must.\u00a0
\n\tAbility to work in a team, under tight deadlines and in a dynamic work environment.
\n\tExcellent communication skills with a high level of written & spoken English; Spoken Swahili.<\/p>\n
Interested applicants should submit their CV and Cover Letter to ken.hr@swisscontact.org by 15th April 2026. The email subject should be: Project Accountant<\/p>\n
Apply Through:<\/p>\n
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