Reports to: Director of Resources and Operations
Job Responsibilities
Provide oversight to the SACCO operations and technical assistance to the SACCO Management Committee.
Develop necessary policy documents and regulations that would ensure smooth operations of the SACCO according to the set guidelines.
Ensure that all SACCO data and information is well documented and archived.
Work in collaboration with the SHOFCO Metrics team to ensure that a proper information system is put in place to capture all SACCO data.
Monitor the operations of the SACCO and ensure that all set targets are attained within the set timelines.
Work together with finance department in preparation, analysis and presentation of comprehensive, timely, reliable and compliant financial reports.
Ensure that all financial documents are up to date and that books of accounts are well kept.
Provide guidance on the adoption and/or implementation of sound and up to date accounting systems.
Ensure effective implementation of financial and accounting policies and procedures.
Management of the general and subsidiary ledgers in accordance with internationally accepted accounting and financial reporting standards and preparation of final accounts for audit.
Ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.
Provide oversight to the SACCO operations and technical assistance to the SACCO Management Committee.
Develop necessary policy documents and regulations that would ensure smooth operations of the SACCO according to the set guidelines.
Ensure that all SACCO data and information is well documented and archived.
Work in collaboration with the SHOFCO Metrics team to ensure that a proper information system is put in place to capture all SACCO data.
Monitor the operations of the SACCO and ensure that all set targets are attained within the set timelines.
Work together with finance department in preparation, analysis and presentation of comprehensive, timely, reliable and compliant financial reports.
Ensure that all financial documents are up to date and that books of accounts are well kept.
Provide guidance on the adoption and/or implementation of sound and up to date accounting systems.
Ensure effective implementation of financial and accounting policies and procedures.
Management of the general and subsidiary ledgers in accordance with internationally accepted accounting and financial reporting standards and preparation of final accounts for audit.
Ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.
Prepare and verify monthly statements for members and keeping records. Reconciling the bank account and performing other general accounting duties as required.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Co-operative Management, Business Management, Microfinance or any other relevant field
6 years’ experience working in a SACCO
Knowledge of SACCO accounting systems
Understanding of accounting principles
Working knowledge of statutory legislation and regulations
Proficient in computer packages especially Microsoft Office Suite
Thinking positively
Team working
Upholding standards
Managing tasks
