Key Responsibilities:
Processing of financial payments

Ensure timely processing of payments to service providers
Timely facilitation of staff with advance requests for smooth operations
Review M-pesa requests from the various requesters for completeness of documentation.
Validate M-pesa requests using Safaricom portal, make necessary corrections in liaison with the requestors
File the final payment reports from Safaricom portal

Financial management and staff support

Manage and address service providers queries with regards to payments
Process petty cash requests as needed
Analyze and submit exempted taxes (VAT) for refund based on USAID guidelines.
Build capacity of staff and service providers on payment system requirements and changes.
Prepare timely invoices for submission to the donor
Timely and accurate booking of received income

Reconciliation of Balance Sheet Accounts

Undertake reconciliation of receivable and payables accounts for the program:
Constantly monitor balance sheet account balances
Follow up for timely accounting and facilitate booking of staff advances.
Match transaction amounts in the balance sheet accounts
Prepare monthly reconciliation statements for the balance sheet accounts

Risk Management

Identify risks associated with the role for inclusion in Riskconnect and advice on mitigation measures.
Support grant project audits according to the donor requirements.
Support timely implementation of findings and recommendations from audits and various accountability mechanisms
Ensure the grant operate within WV internal control systems to mitigate risks and ensure accountability.
 Actively participating in project start up workshops to ensure financial aspect of projects are fully understood.

Others

Perform any other duties as assigned by the supervisor or designee     

Knowledge/Qualifications for the role

Minimum 4 years of relevant accounting experience
Demonstrated ability to work under minimal supervision
Experience in electronic payments and mobile money transactions
Knowledgeable on USAID grant financial management
Advanced excel and analytical skills
Minimum of a Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting/ Finance, Economics or Business related field from a recognized university
Professional qualifications in CPA (K) or ACCA finalist
Practical experience of using SUN system accounting Software is preferred
Knowledge and experience in ERP.
Experience working for an INGO is preferred