National Democratic Institute for International Affairs (NDI) Accounts Assistant Job in Nairobi Kenya

The National Democratic Institute for International Affairs (NDI) is a Non profit, nonpartisan organization working to support and strengthen democratic institutions worldwide through citizen participation, openness and accountability in government.

NDI is seeking to hire a qualified and competent Accounts Assistant based ¡n Nairobi.

Responsibilities:

Assist the Accountant ¡n ensuring timely recording and reconciliation of all transactions and sufficient documentation of all transactions.
Assist in carrying out bank reconciliations and reconciling the suppliers’ statements
Assist strict implementation of financial management policies as well as ensuring NDI complies with relevant statutory obligations.
Assist or ensure the preparation of payment vouchers, cheques and disbursements.
Participate in evaluating accounting procedures and policies.

Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities

A minimum of CPA (K) Qualifications, a Bachelor’s Degree in a Business field is desirable
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Extensive Accounting software knowledge and proficiency in the MS Office Suite.
Ability to work in a team.
Experience of more than one year in in a similar position

Qualified candidates should send their applications stating the work experience with copies of their CV to kssadmin@ndi.org on or before 27th January 2012.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.