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Financial Accountant (m-f-d) - based in Kenya

Nairobi

  • Organization: FSC - Forest Stewardship Council
  • Location: Nairobi
  • Grade: Level not specified - Level not specified
  • Occupational Groups:
    • Accounting (Audit, Controlling)
    • Banking and Finance
    • Impact investing, Social venture capital
  • Closing Date:

The Scope
We are looking for an engaged Financial Accountant who brings solid expertise and a passion for FSC’s mission, to work with us in a multinational environment.
 
The Financial Accountant will be responsible for key finance functions as part of the operations support team. Based in Nairobi, Kenya but working in collaboration with subregional teams, this position will ensure FSC – AFRICA financial transactions are complete, accurate and comply with organisational policies and procedures. 
 
Are you a detail-oriented, organized, and proactive individual? Do you enjoy working with numbers and automating processes? If so, we invite you to join our dynamic team at FSC. 
Main Roles & Responsibilities
Reporting to the Regional Director, the Financial Accountant will:
  • Manage procurements, process payments, transfers, reimbursements and manage the advance payment system.
  • Preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, and reconciliation of bank statements.
  • Follow up suppliers, grantees, and partner’s accounts.
  • Carry out regular internal audits and support external audit processes.
  • Manage and ensure safekeeping of financial records in line with best accounting and bookkeeping practices. 
  • Use accounting platform and other software application, such as Excel spreadsheets, statistical packages, and graphic packages to assemble and manage accounting data for reporting purposes.
  • Provide timely and accurate processing of payroll for staff assigned.
  • Manage all FSC Africa assets and insurance policies, and keep the asset register up to date and oversee fixed asset reports from other subregional offices. 
  • Provide appropriate training on financial management and administrative systems to ensure compliance by all FSC Africa staff.
Your profile
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance management, Business Administration or any other related fields.
  • At least 5 years of relevant experience and knowledge in finance and financial accounting. 
  • Sound experience working with financial management systems.
  • Demonstrated IT skills including experience in Office 365 (Word, Excel and Outlook) and accounting software.
  • Demonstrated experience in expense classification, data entry, and expenditure reporting.
  • A track record of integrity and adherence to organisational policies and procedures.
  • Ability to work under pressure whilst ensuring accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Good interpersonal, teamwork and communication skills and able to maintain good relationships with colleagues and external counterparts and stakeholders.
  • Strong written and oral communication and interpersonal skills Ability to be discrete and able to keep confidential information.
  • Experience working with INGO /NGO or within a donor environment is desired.
Why us?
  • Be part of a globally recognized organization at the forefront of sustainable forestry and contribute to the mission to help protect the world’s forests. 
  • Play an active role in the FSC global community of 400+ forest stewards who come together in-person at least once a year. 
  • Benefit from cross-cultural collaboration and networking opportunities by working in a dynamic, inclusive, and diverse international culture with over 60 nationalities represented under one roof.
The Fine Print
  •  Location: Nairobi, Kenya.
  • Working Hours: Full time - 40 hours per week.
  • Contract: Service and Licence Agreement.
  • Duration: 2 years (extension possible).
  • Starting Date: As soon as possible.

How to Apply 
Ready to make a difference? Join FSC and help shape a sustainable future. Don't delay - apply now!
 
  • Please apply via our website by submitting your CV in English.
  • Please do not send any photos of yourself. 
     
For FSC, inclusiveness and diversity are important values. As such, we welcome and encourage applications from all backgrounds and are entirely committed to consider all qualified applicants regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, age and disability.   
 
We will confirm receipt of your application. Should you not receive a confirmation of receipt please check your spam filter and if you cannot find it there contact us at careers@fsc.org
 
Please be informed, that by applying for this position you automatically accept our Data Protection Information on processing your personal data.
 
We are looking forward to your application!
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About us
Welcome to FSC!  
The Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) is a globally recognized non-profit organization at the forefront of promoting sustainable forestry. With over 150 million hectares of certified forests and a trusted reputation among NGOs, consumers, and businesses, FSC is leading the way in ensuring the long-term health and resilience of the world’s forests.      
          
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