PALWECO Programme Accountant Job in Busia Kenya

The Programme for Agriculture and Livelihoods in Western Communities (PALWECO) is a bilateral five-year-programme covering Busia County, which comprises the Sub-Counties of Busia, Bunyala, Butula, Nambale, Samia, Teso South and Teso North. The Programme aims at reducing poverty, improving livelihoods and living standards of the population of Busia County.

The Programme seeks to recruit a qualified and experienced candidate to fill the following vacant position:

Programme Accountant

Responsibilities

Preparation of programme accountsPreparation and submission of periodical financial reportsVerification of supplier’s invoices for payment, including service providers request for funds, and timely implementation of payment proceduresTimely posting of all project accounting vouchers on the accounting softwareExercise proper custody of all posted vouchers and other accounting documentsVerify finance reports and reconcile returns from sub counties and partner organizationsConduct regular financial monitoring visits to sub counties and partner organizationsFacilitate financial audit and implementation support missionsAdvice the management on accounting mattersPerform any other duty assigned by the SupervisorBachelors degree in accounting and finance from a recognized institution plus a professional accounting qualification ( CPA (K), ACCA or equivalent)At least 5 years practical experience in a programme financial management set up and acquainted with accounting procedres in GoK accounting and financial systems and bilateral financed programmesGood knowledge of computer applications in accounting such as ACCESS , SUN and QUICK BOOKSGood communications and interpersonal skillsUsed to work under pressure and meet crucial deadlinesFluency (reading, writing and speaking ) in English and in KiswahiliLocation: Busia, Kenya

Reporting to: Financial Management and Procurement Specialist

Period: Two years with possible extension

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should send letters of applications, CV accompanied with copies of academic and professional certificates, and testimonials.

Applications should be in an envelope that clearly indicates the post applied for and send to the address below so as to reach on or before 5th December 2014

Programme Director
Programme for Agriculture &Livelihoods in Western Communities (PALWECO)
OFF ALUPE ROAD
Off. Tel: +254552322166
P.o Box 306, 50400
Busia,Kenya

OR Send an email to : info@palweco.com

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted