Account Assistant NGO Job World Vision, Nairobi, Kenya
The Accounts Assistant supports the Finance function within the VisionFund Kenya Office. Reporting to the Financial accountant the individual supports the finance team in strengthening internal controls, maintaining proper documentation, and improving efficiency in financial operations.
The intern assists in ensuring accurate processing of financial transactions in compliance with VisionFund Kenya policies and applicable financial regulations.
Key Responsibilities
Payment Processing
- Process bank & M-Pesa payments, including business floats, statutory payments, invoices, and staff wages accurately.
- Verify supplier invoices, ETR receipts, and LPOs.
Payroll Administration
- Review payroll adjustments and reports.
- Process payroll transactions and post monthly payroll journals.
Cash Flow Management
- Monitor daily bank balances and maintain cash flow reports.
- Manage short-term cash requirements and inter-bank transfers.
Bank Reconciliation
- Conduct daily and monthly bank reconciliations.
- Resolve discrepancies and ensure accurate accounting records.
General Ledger & Month-End Close
- Maintain and reconcile ledger accounts.
- Post journal entries, accruals, prepayments, and intercompany transactions.
- Support month-end and year-end closing processes.
- Prepare and post end-of-month journals.
Tax & Statutory Compliance
- Prepare statutory tax returns/payments (VAT, PAYE, withholding tax, excise duty).
- Ensure compliance with local and international tax regulations.
Reporting Support
- Prepare funded project reports and monitor budgets.
- Generate management reports.
- Ensure proper safe custody management.
Any other Duties assigned or delegated
- And any other duties that may be assigned from time to time by the supervisor
Qualifications and Experience
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) – Section 3
- Bachelor of Commerce (BCom), Administration, Accounting or Finance
Key Competencies:
Technical Skills:
- Basic knowledge of accounting principles
- Familiarity with accounting software and MS Excel
- Understanding of tax, payroll, and statutory compliance concepts
- Exposure to bank reconciliation & financial reporting
Soft Skills:
- Attention to detail and willingness to learn
- Analytical and problem-solving mindset
- Time management and ability to support deadlines (improve TAT)
- Integrity and professionalism
- Good communication and teamwork
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