The main role of the accounting assistants will be to support the Project Accountant by performing clerical tasks, including processing and recording transactions, preparing reports and budgets, fact checking, filing, and other duties, as needed. Understand basic Accounting principles and proficient with computers and software, such as MS Excel. Should betrustworthy, efficient, and organized.
Responsibilities:
The roles and responsibilities of the Assistant Project Accountant include, but are not limited to: –
Preparation, Review and filing of payroll and payroll documents including Payslipgeneration and statutory deductions submissions to the respective bodies (NHIF, NSSF, PAYE, HELB) monthly for all the contracted project staff.
Liaising with Project Accountants in all 47 counties on all the financial matters.
Collecting and consolidating the financial statements from the 47 counties on quarterly basis.
Prepare periodic statements of expenditure (SOE) reports and fund replenishmentrequests, carefully checking and inspecting all supporting documents.
In collaboration with Project implementing entities, to prepare quarterly and annual financial reports in the standard format(s) included in annex I on Financial Management Procedures.
In consultation PM and Project Accountant, to oversee the establishment and proper maintenance of accounts system in all the counties in accordance with the PFM and financial regulations and procedures of the NT.
Support the PMT in the facilitation of internal and external financial audits at thecounties
Other project-related responsibilities as may be assigned by the Project Manager.
Qualifications:
Knowledge of basic bookkeeping procedures
Familiarity with finance regulations
Good math skills and the ability to spot numerical errors
Hands-on experience with MS Excel
Organization skills
Good Communication skills, fluency in required in English and great interpersonal skills
Ability to handle sensitive, confidential information.
Minimum of CPA 2. Bachelor’s degree in a relevant accounting field is an added advantage but not mandatory.
Previous engagement with a World Bank Project is an added advantage
