Job Description
UAF-Africa seeks a Finance Associate who will translate UAF-Africa’s strategic plans into effective social justice initiatives and results. Guided by feminist principles and values, the Fund advocates for women’s equality, not only as a matter of human rights, but also as a fundamental prerequisite for social change, global security, and sustainable peace. In addition to her core business of Rapid Response Grant making, UAF-Africa also runs alliance building and advocacy initiatives in collaboration with other social justice organisations.
Responsibilities
Financial Management Support
Preparation of payment vouchers after validation of the underlying documents
Ensure that cheques are properly delivered, and receipts are filed
Updating the cashbooks and carrying out monthly bank reconciliations**
Recording all transactions on QuickBooks
Filing monthly statutory returns.
Establishing the cash requirements for the office and ensure timely accounting and replenishment of petty cash. Prepare the petty cash vouchers and ensure the supporting documents are complete.
Ensuring that all accounts records are filed in an orderly manner.
Assisting in the production of the monthly accounts.
Programmes and Administrative Support
Logistical support for travel, visa applications, participation, and various bookings for our convenings and staff retreats.
Managing the purchase, distribution, use and repairs of all office equipment e.g., computers, printer/scanner, fittings etc.
Maintaining and managing a suitable stock of office stationery.
Updating the fixed assets register & office equipment list and ensure safe use/custody. Ensure all our equipment and the car is insured
Working with IT service providers ensuring that all computers have appropriate software, back-ups, and antivirus and so on.
Overseeing all administrative filing and records, and archiving
Providing support to the office in all administrative matters
Managing the Office Assistant
Undertaking any other duties that may be requested by the Director of Finance & Operations.
Other Responsibilities
Providing periodic reports for internal/external communications to the team and other stakeholders.
Assisting the Finance team to prepare finance reports for presentation to the Board as and when required.
Maintaining open and fluid communications with all vendors and contractors.
Any other responsibilities as assigned by the Executive Director.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
The ideal candidate shall have:
Bachelor’s degree in Business Studies/ Accounting or equivalent
Completed the CPA exams
Proficiency in Microsoft and QuickBooks
3-4 years relevant work experience
Good oral and written communication skills
Preferred
Working knowledge of feminist and women’s rights organisations and movements.
An appreciation of gender equality and women’s rights issues, particularly in the African settings.
Ability to interface sensitively with people from various social, economic, political, cultural, and religious backgrounds.
Budget and financial management skills- familiarity with grant making is an added advantage.
Work Environment
This is a regional position that may involve some regional travel.
African women are strongly encouraged to apply.
The position is based in Nairobi, Kenya.
Apply via :
uafahrrec.peopleshr.com
