URGENT - Project Accountant



Job Title:  Project Accountant
Duration: I year with possibility of extension
Location: Isiolo
Department: Caritas/Development and Social Services Department
Reports To: Project coordinator


Caritas Isiolo is the social development arm of the Catholic Diocese of Isiolo and has been in existence since the establishment of the first parish before it was curved from the Diocese of Meru in 1994.

The incumbent will be responsible for tracking the projects financial transactions and ensure full compliance with guidelines designed to comply with applicable rules and regulations of CARITAS which govern expenditures made by CARITAS as well as tax regulations with utmost completeness of the financial records to facilitate prompt reporting.

Key responsibilities
·         To maintain a sound financial system which entails entering information on accounting system: cheques, bank transfers, petty cash, bank reconciliations, reallocations to ensure up to date cash book at all times and accurate and timely monthly reports with minimal or no queries.
·         To promptly prepare and submit accurate and complete monthly financial reports as required.
·         To promptly prepare and submit monthly wire projections/cash forecasts to CAFOD.
·         To effectively and efficiently facilitate all audits
·         Preparing adhoc reports as may be required from time to time
·         Perform any other relevant financial and administrative duties that may be assigned.

Desired skills and experience
·         Experience in working for donor funded projects e.g. DFID,EU
·         Knowledge of Microsoft office packages
·         Strong analytical and conceptual skills
·         Ability to perform, prioritize multiple tasks and work within short deadlines
·         Good communication skills and a team player

Qualifications
·         Bachelors degree in commerce (Accounting) or CPA K

How to apply
Applications for the position should include;
·         A cover letter, illustrating your suitability for the position and salary expectations
·         A detailed curriculum vitae
·         Names and addresses of 3 referrers, all of whom are professional /immediate line managers.
All correspondence should be addresses to. The Director, Caritas Isiolo P.o Box 162, 60300 or
Email:Isiolodiocese@wananchi.com.  Applications will be considered up to 11th April 2013.

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