The 410 Bridge International is a nonprofit faith-based mission organization located in Nairobi, Kenya.
We are looking to immediately fill the position of Finance Manager.
Position Purpose
The Finance Manager will represent The 410 Bridge ministry for all financially related functions for Kenyan operations. They will be responsible for establishing a solid procedural and management infrastructure for all financial operations and functions.
Key ResponsibilitiesWe are looking to immediately fill the position of Finance Manager.
Position Purpose
The Finance Manager will represent The 410 Bridge ministry for all financially related functions for Kenyan operations. They will be responsible for establishing a solid procedural and management infrastructure for all financial operations and functions.
- To manage all financial functions for Kenyan operations.
- To establish operational procedures and ensure adherence to those procedures.
- To ensure compliance with federal and governmental policies and laws as related to ministry operations abroad.
- To provide weekly financial reporting.
- To assist with daily transaction processing as necessary
- To manage financial administrative staff in the Nairobi office.
Qualifications
- Licensed CPA/Chartered Accountant in an English speaking country
- Bachelor of Commerce degree from an accredited university
A strong knowledge of and experience in the following areas:
- General accounting principles and standards
- Generally accepted auditing standards and IFRS
- Internal control policies and procedures
- Minimum 7 years experience/2 years supervisory
- Prior experience with monthly closing & financial reporting
- Banking and financial institution relationships
- Kenyan payroll laws
- QuickBooks accounting software
- Excel spreadsheet operations
- International currency translation
- General ledger and financial statement processing
- Accounts payable processing
- Budgeting and forecasting
- Non-profit accounting principles
- Purchasing and tendering policies and control
- Familiarity with Kenya NGO Board rules and regulations
Ideal Candidate would posses the following character traits:
- Strong leader
- Good communicator
- Flexible
- Organizational skills
- Task Oriented
- Detail Oriented
- Able to wholeheartedly support the model and mission of 410 Bridge
Compensation:
- A competitive salary range will be offered based on education and experience.
Two (2) references attesting to financial background and experience, as well two (2) referrals for character reference are required. This must include your most recent employer. Please include email and phone contact information.
Please send your CV and references to ralph@410bridge.org.
Please include an indication of expected salary.
The deadline for submitting your CV is Friday, 22 April 2011 by 5:00 pm East African time.
We reserve the right to accept or reject any application.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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