Norwegian Church Aid Vacancy Advertisement - Finance Manager

Ref. FM/06/10

Norwegian Church Aid seeks to recruit a Finance Manager for its Kenya, Uganda and Somalia Area Representation Office in Nairobi.

Major Responsibilities

• Responsible for all financial management of the organisation.
• Liaising with Country Programme Coordinators and other budget holders on budget performance and review through monthly updates.
• Liaising with partner organizations to strengthen their capacity on matters related to finance.
• Liaising with external auditors on auditing matters, and ensuring implementation of auditors’ recommendations.
• Ensure implementation of a smooth cash-flow management for field offices and projects.
• Prepare all financial statements and reports for the respective project accounts.
• Safeguarding NCA assets including financial resources and ensuring that proper procedures are followed during procurement of goods and services.
• Responsible for financial planning and monitoring using financial tools for management decisions.
• Responsible for the payroll and statutory returns for all staff paid through Nairobi Office.
• Supervising the running of the finance department to ensure adherence to the organization policy.

Qualifications Required for this Job

Level of Education/Academic qualifications

• A Bachelors Degree in Business Majoring in Accounting or Finance.
• An MBA will be an added advantage.

Specialized training/professional qualifications

• Professional accountancy qualifications - CPA, ACCA.

Other competencies

• Experience in using Navision software is an advantage.
• Proficiency in use of computer packages especially MS-Office software.
• Management and leadership skills.
• Ability to work under pressure, independently and with limited supervision.
• Good oral and written communication skills in English.

Relevant job experience

• At least 5 years in senior and management position.

Interested individuals who meet the requirements and qualifications outlined above should submit an application letter and attach copies of their C.V. and other supporting documents.

Please indicate the job reference number on the envelop.

NCA upholds the right to equal opportunity to all, and qualified female candidates are encouraged to apply.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted for interview.

Applications, to be received by 7th July 2010, should be addressed to:

Area Representative
Norwegian Church Aid
P.O. Box 52802-00200, Nairobi
E-mail: diana.mangeli@nca.no

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