DanChurchAid Finance Assistant Jobs in Kakuma, Kenya

DanChurchAid Finance Assistant Jobs in Kakuma, Kenya


  • DanChurchAid (DCA)-Kenya is working in Turkana, West Pokot, Baringo, Elgeyo Marakwet, Nyandarua, Nakuru, Busia and Siaya counties with refugees and local communities to enhance peace, livelihoods and resilience.

  • DCA implements projects directly as well as through local partner organizations.

  • We are looking for a Finance Assistant to provide financial services support on temporary basis, covering for maternity leave for a period of 6 Months.

    The main responsibilities of the Finance Assistant are:

  • Maintain and update cashbook on daily basis and have up-to-date petty cash balance

  • Check all payment requests before payment is made and ensure proper coding and budget availability

  • Timely booking of all monthly payments into Maconomy

  • Ensure that the DCA financial manual procedures and guidelines are followed at the field office.

  • Assist in managing and reconciling bank/cash and other balance sheet accounts as well as booking transactions in Maconomy.

  • Prepare and send monthly cash forecast to Nairobi office.

  • Maintain inventory of office supplies and manage re-ordering processes.

  • Support programme staff on interpretation of project budgets and monthly programme financial reports.

  • Facilitate logistical arrangements for DCA staff, consultants field visits & donor visits together with
    implementing partners.

    Professional Qualifications:

  • Relevant Degree in Finance/Accounting or related field from a recognized university and/or (minimum) accounting qualification – CPA II

  • Minimum of two years’ experience in accounting/finance, preferably with INGO experience.

  • Adequate working experience with any ERP system (Quickbooks/SAGE/Other).

  • Excellent computer skills (MS Office; specifically, MS Excel, Word and Outlook. Familiarity with using TEAMs, Zoom or other software for remote engagement an advantage)

  • Knowledge of and interest in the humanitarian and development context in Kenya.

  • Good interpersonal skills and a proven team player. Self-driven and results orientated in a challenging working environment.

  • Excellence in English, oral and written.

    How to Apply

  • For more information and job application details, see; DanChurchAid Finance Assistant Jobs in Kakuma, Kenya


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