International Rescue Committee (IRC)
Finance Intern
Sector: Finance
Location: Kenya
Employee Type: Intern
Employee Category: Not Applicable
Description
Key Responsibilities
Cash & Bank payments processing
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Maintaining both Kshs. and USD petty
cash at the set limits and take responsibility of any cash differences arising.
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Ensure that there is sufficient petty
cash at all time for both Ksh. and USD for smooth operation
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Ensure all Petty cash payments are
properly supported and duly authorized per IRC delineation schedule before disbursement.
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Ensuring that authorizations on the
payments requests are in line with the approved limits per the delineation
chart
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Preparation of petty cash
spreadsheets to upload stage ready for review by FO at the end of the month.
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Ensure that a supervised petty cash
counts are performed every Friday.
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Critical monitoring cash float given
to the regional, TU unit and Admin.
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Devise a cash replenishment schedule
to minimize weekly bank visits
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Ensure authorized receipts are
correctly coded and issued upon receipt of monies.
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Maintaining the receipt book and
ensuring that authorized receipts are issued upon receipt of monies.
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Stamp ‘PAID’ including cheque number
on all such documents once payment has been processed
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Reconciliation of GBP and Euro bank
accounts and preparation of spreadsheets to upload stage ready for review
monthly
Filing
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Maintain an organized and
well-documented (all files must be labeled properly and visibly) and sequential
filing system for all cash disbursement vouchers
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Before filing, ensure that all
documents have been stamped ‘PAID’ including cash payment reference details.
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Preparation of excel and SUN
journals, ensuring these are fully supported and ready for review before upload
Other
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To act as a bank agent for the 2KE
and the regional hub
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Maintain an organized and
well-documented bank correspondences file ensuring it’s continuously updated.
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Work closely with Finance
Interns/Volunteers and train them on finance policies and procedures
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Assist in preparation of grants
accruals at grant close out
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Preparation of corrective journals
and assisting in loading of journals as and when required
Any other duties as may be assigned
by supervisor.
Required Qualifications:
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A bachelor’s degree in
Finance/Business Administration with minimum CPA II qualification
Required Experience &
Competencies:
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Work experience in a similar
position.
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Knowledge in Excel
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Knowledge of SUN accounting software
applications is an added advantage.
How to Apply
CLICK HERE to apply
online
Kenyan nationals are encouraged to
apply.
International allowances are not
available for this position.
Salary and employee benefits are
compliant to the Kenyan NGO Sector.
Disclaimer: Please take note that International Rescue Committee (IRC)
does not ask for any fees in connection with its recruitment processes. In the
event that you receive any request for payment of any sort, please get in touch
with us on Tel: +(254-020) 2727730, Email: IRCKenya@rescue.org or report to the
nearest police.
IRC leading the way from harm to
home.
IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex,
color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status,
veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable
law.
If you need assistance in the
application or hiring process to accommodate a disability, you may request an
accommodation at any time. Please contact Talent Acquisitions at
IRC.Recruitment@rescue.org. As required by law, the IRC will provide reasonable
accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with a known disability.