Accountant Job in Kenya


RTI is an independent organization dedicated to conducting innovative, multidisciplinary research that improves the human condition. 

With a worldwide staff of more than 4,000 people, RTI offers innovative research and development and a full spectrum of multidisciplinary services. 

Universities in North Carolina founded RTI in 1958 as a centerpiece of the Research Triangle Park.

International Accountant - Nairobi Regional Office

The position is responsible for ensuring appropriate systems and procedures (cash management, vendor payments, budgeting and other related expenditures) are followed to properly disburse, account, budget and report project funds in a cost effective, timely and appropriate manner that conforms with RTI International’s internal controls and complies with donor financial rules and regulations. 
  • He / She will perform compliance reviews of International Expense Reports (ER) in accordance with compliance matrix requirements for all international field offices to ensure adherence to RTI policies and procedures. 
  • He / She will also update access databases for ERs received and reviewed, track all non-compliance issues unto resolution and recommend corrective action for any unresolved issues. 
Required qualification and experience
  • Minimum of a B.Com or B.Sc. Degree in Accounting with at least three (3) years or Masters with two (2) years full time experience with either a public or global corporate accounting body; 
  • Strong analytical skills in reviewing general ledger accounts and foreign currency transactions including FAS 52 experience is required; 
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications; 
  • Accounting ERP systems experience required and knowledge of Costpoint, Accpac or QuickBooks is a definite plus. 
  • Experience with international donors such as USAID, DFID, etc. and French language skills are a plus.
To apply, please email cover letter and CV to hrapplications@nb.rti.org by November 23rd 2012. 

Applicants must include the POSITION, TITLE in the subject line of their email. 

Please do not attach copies of certificates. We regret that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

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