REPORTS TO: Managing Director
Zizi Afrique is looking to recruit a Finance Officer who will be responsible for supporting financial operations, ensuring compliance with financial policies, donor regulations, and local statutory requirements. Additionally, the role holder will play a key part in maintaining accurate financial records, preparing reports, assisting with budgeting, and ensuring smooth financial processes within Zizi Afrique, under the guidance of the Managing Director.
Key Responsibilities:
Financial Transactions and Bank management
Process payment requests, ensuring accurate capture and approval in the banking system.
Verify banking details to ensure payees receive payments correctly.
Notify payees of payments, providing timely and detailed remittance advice.
Upload payments to the banking system and mobile banking platform, coordinating approvals.
Manage bank accounts, monitor balances, and support cash flow management.
Track forex market rates and recommend conversion strategies.
Liaise with banks for account operations and documentation.
Perform monthly reconciliations for bank, mobile money, and credit card accounts.
Ensure all payment requests are processed promptly.
Assist in bank account openings, closures, and related documentation.
Financial management & Reporting
Maintain up-to-date and accurate financial records in Xero.
Review and process payments in ApprovalMax before final posting in Xero.
Reconcile and post imprest retirements, ensuring accurate financial tracking.
Maintain well-organized financial documentation for reference and audits.
Generate invoices and issue receipts for incoming funds.
Ensure proper filing of financial records both digitally and physically.
Budgeting & Reporting
Assist in preparing budgets for donor-funded projects under KES 10M.
Prepare monthly and quarterly budget and cash flow projections.
Maintain accurate filing of statutory financial records.
Support the preparation of the annual organization and staff activity budgets.
Assist program teams in budget preparation as required.
Support financial audits by providing necessary documentation.
Draft financial statements for internal and external reporting.
Qualifications and Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field.
Professional certification (e.g., CPA, ACCA) is an added advantage.
Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Xero, Sage) and Microsoft Excel.
Knowledge of local tax laws, statutory regulations, and financial reporting standards.
Key Skills & Competencies:
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
High attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to work independently and meet strict deadlines.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong ethical standards and commitment to transparency and accountability.
Interested candidates should submit their CV and a cover letter to info@ziziafrique.com by 28th February 2025. Please include “Finance Officer” in the subject line of your application.
Apply via :
info@ziziafrique.com