World Vision
World Vision Kenya is seeking a dedicated and experienced Accountant Payables to join their team for the Tumikia Mtoto Project in Nairobi. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to World Vision’s 70-year legacy of transforming the lives of vulnerable children across the globe.
About World Vision:
World Vision is a Christian humanitarian organization dedicated to working with children, families, and their communities worldwide to reach their full potential by tackling the root causes of poverty and injustice. With over 34,000 staff members working in nearly 100 countries, World Vision is committed to making a lasting impact on the lives of the most vulnerable children.
Role Overview:
The Accountant Payables will play a crucial role in ensuring smooth financial operations for the Tumikia Mtoto Project. This position requires a detail-oriented professional with strong analytical skills and a commitment to financial integrity.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Financial Payment Processing:
- – Ensure timely processing of payments to service providers
- – Facilitate staff advance requests for smooth operations
- – Review and validate M-pesa requests using the Safaricom portal
- – File final payment reports from the Safaricom portal
2. Financial Management and Staff Support:
- – Manage service provider queries regarding payments
- – Process petty cash requests as needed
- – Analyze and submit exempted taxes (VAT) for refund based on USAID guidelines
- – Build capacity of staff and service providers on payment system requirements
- – Prepare timely invoices for submission to donors
- – Ensure accurate booking of received income
3. Balance Sheet Account Reconciliation:
- – Undertake reconciliation of receivable and payables accounts
- – Monitor balance sheet account balances
- – Follow up on staff advances for timely accounting
- – Prepare monthly reconciliation statements
4. Risk Management:
- – Identify role-related risks for inclusion in Riskconnect
- – Support grant project audits according to donor requirements
- – Ensure implementation of audit findings and recommendations
- – Maintain World Vision’s internal control systems
5. Additional Responsibilities:
- – Participate in project start-up workshops
- – Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor
Requirements:
- – Bachelor’s degree in Commerce (Accounting/Finance), Economics, or related field
- – Professional qualifications: CPA (K) or ACCA finalist
- – Minimum 4 years of relevant accounting experience
- – Advanced Excel and analytical skills
- – Experience with electronic payments and mobile money transactions
- – Knowledge of USAID grant financial management
- – Practical experience with SUN system accounting software (preferred)
- – Knowledge and experience in ERP systems
- – Experience working for an INGO (preferred)
Key Skills and Attributes:
- – Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- – Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- – Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- – Commitment to World Vision’s Christian values and mission
- – Adaptability and willingness to learn new systems and processes
Why Join World Vision?
By joining World Vision, you’ll have the opportunity to:
- – Make a tangible impact on the lives of vulnerable children in Kenya
- – Work with a dedicated team of professionals in a supportive environment
- – Gain valuable experience in international development and finance
- – Contribute to the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals
- – Grow professionally through training and development opportunities
- World Vision is committed to diversity and inclusion in its workforce and encourages applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of background.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit their applications through World Vision’s online recruitment portal. Please include a detailed resume and cover letter explaining your interest in the position and how your skills align with the requirements.
Join World Vision in their mission to create lasting change in the lives of children, families, and communities. Apply now and be part of a global organization dedicated to transforming lives through sustainable development and compassionate action.
Note: World Vision conducts thorough background checks on all final candidates selected for employment.
