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Company Address: Address YWCA of Kenya Nyerere/Mamlaka Road P.O Box 40710-00100 Nairobi, Kenya. – See more at: http://www.ywcakenya.org/#sthash.M0C8o40a.dpuf

  • Branch Accountant

    Branch Accountant

    The successful candidate will be based in Kisumu and will report to the Branch Manager.
    Purpose
    Reporting to the Branch Manager, the Branch Accountant will be accountable for monitoring the progress of projects, investigating variances and ensuring that project billings are issued to customers and payments collected.
    Duties And Responsibilities

    In-charge of the accounts department in the Branch
    Timely reporting including project financial reports as well as management reports
    Preparation of the payroll on a monthly basis
    Create project accounts in the accounting system
    Review cashbooks and cashbook reconciliations weekly.
    Maintain project-related records, including contracts and change orders
    Report on project profitability to management
    Report to management regarding the remaining funding available for projects
    Close out project accounts upon project completion
    Preparation of year-end schedules for corporate income tax returns and annual audit.
    Compile information for internal and external auditors, as required
    Preparation and processing of various journal entries related to general accounting.
    Compile and review subsidiary ledgers and financial statements.
    Assist in the development, implementation and maintenance of accounting systems and controls in conjunction with the National Chief Accountant.
    Preparation of annual budgets
    Perform special projects as directed by the Branch Manager and the National Chief Accountant.

    Job Qualifications

    CPA 3
    At least three (3) years of relevant accounting experience.
    Computer literacy and the ability to apply accounting principles.
    Knowledge of pastel will be an added advantage

  • Branch Manager

    Branch Manager

    Job Description
    The Association invites application for the position of Branch Manager for its Branch in Meru. The successful candidate will be based in Meru and will report to the Branch Executive Committee through the Branch Chairperson.
    Duties and Responsibilities

    In charge of the day to day running of the Branch
    In charge of Human Resource Management in the Branch in liaison with the National Headquarters
    Liaise with the National Headquarters on Administrative and Policy matters as per existing YWCA Governance regulations
    Ensure Resource Mobilization for Branch Programmes and Activities
    Ensure timely reporting to National Headquarters; Branch Standing Committees and donor agencies as may be required
    In charge of the organization’s facilities in the Branch
    Coordinate all Standing Committee meetings and all other meetings at the Branch level as per YWCA Policy
    Maintenance of facilities
    Sustainability of the Branch
    Oversee and ensure effective Programme Management at the Branch
    Responsible for Financial Management at the Branch and ensure that Internal Controls are adhered to
    Ensure Development and adherence to Annual Plans and Budgets as per the existing Strategic Plan
    Participate in National meetings and events as required
    Ensure Membership recruitment, development and retention at the Branch level
    Ensure capacity building and orientation for staff and volunteers is done, in liaison with the National Headquarters
    Enhance fellowship among staff and members
    Networking and collaboration with partners undertaking similar activities

    Qualifications & Skills:

    Diploma in Business Administration/Management, Project Management or Community Development
    4years experience in a similar position is desirable
    Demonstrated experience in Programme Management and Community Development will be an added advantage
    Must be computer literate with report writing skills
    MUST be a Christian aged between 30-40 years
    Women are encouraged to apply.