Vacancy: Finance Assistant

Job Description

• Organize and keep an adequate filing system and back up documentation for STAAC.


• Processes and maintains a spreadsheet of all payment requests received in Finance from the initial reception until completion of payment.


• Verifies all documentation submitted to Finance for payment and ensures documentation has been approved for complete processing.


• Review documentation for small and uncomplicated payments under supervision.


• Assists with the preparation of payment vouchers and writing of cheques.


• Assist with expense verification.


• Assist with maintaining the asset register.


• Undertake data entry when required.


• Vouching of all programme advance retirements and supporting documents.


• Assist with filing monthly statutory returns at GRA and SSNIT.

Required Skills or Experience

• Higher National Diploma/Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting required.   


• Minimum of 3 years of finance and administrative experience in a professional setting.


• Previous experience with DFID donor programs; DFID program administration experience will be advantage.   


• Excellent organizational and communication skills; attention to detail and knowledge of project management tools preferred.


• Familiarity with QuickBooks or any Accounting software will be an advantage.