We are currently seeking to hire a Finance and Grants Associate to support the financial operations of the Mawazo Institute. This role focuses on managing day-to-day financial activities and ensuring the smooth administration of grants.
Responsibilities include overseeing petty cash accounts, preparing bank payments, and maintaining accurate financial records, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and monthly bank reconciliation.
In addition to core financial duties, the Finance and Grants Associate will assist in payroll administration, ensure statutory compliance, and collaborate closely with grant recipients to facilitate financial reporting and documentation.
The position also entails reviewing financial policies to ensure they align with regulatory standards and supporting the Finance and Grants Officer in managing the organisation’s grant processes.
This role is crucial for maintaining financial integrity, supporting programmatic success, and ensuring compliance with donor requirements.
Responsibilities
Monitoring the petty cash accounts regularly, to ensure that adequate funds are available and appropriately disbursed
Prepare and queue payments at the bank as and when due for review by the finance officer
Maintain and track Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable and Prepayments.
Prepare monthly bank reconciliation for all accounts
Assist in payments preparation in liaison with the Finance and Grants Officer.
Assisting with grant management and reporting through preparation of reports, record keeping and supporting documentation in addition to liaising with the grants recipients on matter finance.
Review of fellows and connects fund reports to ensure all necessary documents are in place and adhere to laid down procedures.
Assist in reviewing existing financial policies and procedures to ensure regulatory compliance
Payroll administration and filing of statutory payments before the due dates.
Keeping records and documenting financial processes on grants and any other relevant supporting documents.
Any other duties as may be assigned by the Lead or Director of Finance.
Qualifications
Undergraduate degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field
CPA (K) certification
At least 2 years’ experience in a similar role
Proficiency in integrated financial management software, such as QuickBooks
Extensive knowledge of accounting standards and fiscal procedures
Exceptional attention to detail
Excellent collaboration and communication skills
Great analytical and problem-solving abilities
Apply via :
recruiting@mawazoinstitute.org
