Finance Assistant at One Acre Fund Kenya
Industry: Nonprofit / International Development / Agriculture
Function: Finance System Support
Employer: One Acre Fund
Job Title: Finance Assistant – Payments
Job Location: Rural Kenya
Commitment: Long Term Career Position
Organization Description
Organization Description
One Acre Fund is a start-up NGO in Kenya, Rwanda, and Burundi that is innovating a new way of helping farm families to achieve their full potential.
One Acre invests in farmers to generate a permanent gain in farm income.
We provide farmers with a “market bundle” that includes education, finance, seed and fertilizer, and market access.
Our program is proven impactful – every year, we weigh thousands of harvests and measure more than 100% average gain in farm income per acre.
We are growing quickly.
In five years, we have grown to serve 135,000 farm families with more than 500 full-time field staff.
Job Description
One Acre Fund is a rapidly growing organization; we are seeking an individual to take position in the organization as a Finance Assistant to be based in Bungoma Western Kenya.
One Acre Fund is looking for experienced, talented and candidates who are committed to making a difference in farmers’ lives.
Contract details: Permanent subject to Performance
Candidate Profile
Committed, focused and determined to succeed in life.
Good computer keyboard skills- Proficient in excel
Primary Duties of Finance Assistant- Payments.
Key Tasks
- Manage the ‘Payment Request’ mail box.
- Examine; verify all requests coming through for approval by relevant authourized company official.
- Confirm that services / goods being paid for were actually received.
- Verify and confirm that correct details of vendors / service providers / beneficiaries have been accurately captured.
- Verify and confirm that adequate back-up documentation have been attached alongside requests.
- Verify and confirm whether back-up documentations are authentic and processed as per OAF Finance requirements.
- To query where necessary and follow through on queries via adequate written communication.
- Undertake scanning and filing (digital) from time to time.
- To deliver approved payment requests to ‘Payment Approvals’ mail as per the timelines laid down by Finance Department.
- To assist the Treasurer /Assistant Treasurer in any way needed in regards to processing of Payment Requests and on queries raised by the Treasury section.
- Assist in maintaining statistics regarding payment requests.
- Perform any other duty assigned by the Finance Manager.
Career Growth and Development: One Acre Fund invests in building management and leadership skills.
We provide constant, actionable feedback delivered through weekly mentorship and through regular career reviews.
We also have regular one-on-one meetings, where we listen to and discuss career goals, and work collaboratively to craft roles that each person can be passionate about.
Qualifications
Qualifications
Requirements
- A minimum of a Diploma in Accounting with CPA1 professional qualification. A degree will be added advantage.
- At least one year of experience in a busy Accounting or Auditing department.
- Proven organizational, analytical, negotiating, and communication (oral and written) skills.
- Self-driven with ability to work with minimum supervision under pressure meeting strict deadlines.
- Must be computer proficient.
- High level of integrity – able to ‘contain’ sensitive Financial information and handle Financial documents appropriately.
- Should have an eye for detail.
- A team player, able to work long and at times odd hours.
The candidate must be willing to reside in the western region of Kenya- specifically Bungoma.
Time Line: Resumes should be submitted latest by 5th August 2013.
Compensation: Competitive Salary with Performance Based Incentives
Benefits: airtime and transportation allowances related to work.
Career development: Twice annual career reviews and constant feedback. Your manager will invest significant time in your career development.
One Acre Fund Kenya is an equal opportunity employer; both women and men of integrity are invited to apply.
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
To Apply
Email cover letter and resume to kenyajobs@oneacrefund.org (Subject line: Finance Assistant- Payments + the place you heard of the position) and Salary Expectation
