Finn Church Aid (FCA) is the largest Finnish international aid organization. We operate in 13 countries, where the needs are most dire. We work with the poorest people, regardless of their religious beliefs, ethnic background, or political convictions. FCA work is based on promotion of human dignity and fundamental human rights and freedom, and FCA’s operations are guided by equality, non-discrimination, and responsibility.
FCA Kenya is looking for competent person to fill the following position starting 1st December 2022
POSITION : FINANCE AND ADMIN INTERN
REPORTS TO : SENIOR FINANCE OFFICER
DUTY STATION : NAIROBI
Primary Purpose
To ensure that FCA Finance procedures are implemented and compliance of rules and regulations alongside with donor policies, procedures and guidelines through proper filing and documentation.
MAIN TASKS
- Recording of payment vouchers
- Filing of documents
- Scanning of documents
- Petty cash recording
- Filing of documents
SPECIAL TASKS
- Petty cash recording
- Receiving of invoices and checking for accuracy.
- Help in preparation of Payment Vouchers for payment initiation by the Sr Finance Officer.
- Accurately prepare the necessary documents, compile source documents and submit complete documentation daily for postings of all the paid transactions in the cash book.
- Maintenance of financial files (physical and soft copies) in the field CO
- Other tasks may be given by the supervisor related to the position upon mutual consultation
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
- University degree or equivalent in accounting, finance, Business Administration or other closely related field ACCA II or CPA II.
- Ability to work effectively and harmoniously in a team with varied cultures and professional backgrounds with minimal supervision.
- Possess strong analytical and conceptual skills.
- Fluent in written and spoken English.
- Proven commitment to accountable practices.
- Knowledge of working in challenging environments.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Minimum 1-2 years of experience in a similar position.
- Some working experience with computerized accounting software.
- Maintain a good reputation and image of the organization through proper financial accountability in the areas FCA works in.
How to apply
Interested applications should send a cover letter and a CV to: recruitment.esaro@kua.fi
Deadline for receiving applications is 27th November 2022. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Please do not attach academic documents when you apply online
PLEASE NOTE THIS IS AN URGENT RECRUITMENT. APPLICATIONS WILL BE REVIEWED AND SHORT LISTING WILL BE DONE ON A ROLLING BASIS AND IF THE IDEAL CANDIDATE IS IDENTIFIED BEFORE THE DEADLINE DATE, FCA RESERVES THE RIGHT TO CLOSE THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS.
Finn Church Aid is committed to keeping children safe at all times & all levels of its program operations, so our selection process reflects our commitment to the protection of children from all forms of abuses. Employment is subject to our Child protection standards, adherence to Child Safeguarding Policy including background checks.