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Finance Manager, Kenya

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Since 1963 and in 145 countries, ACDI/VOCA has empowered people in developing and transitional nations to succeed in the global economy. Based in Washington, D.C., ACDI/VOCA is a nonprofit international development organization that delivers technical and management assistance in agribusiness, financial services, enterprise development, community development and food security in order to promote broad-based economic growth and vibrant civil society. ACDI/VOCA currently has approximately 90 projects in 40 countries and revenues of over $140 million.

Finance Manager, Kenya

We are currently seeking a Finance Manager for an anticipated USAID-funded project in Kenya. The program will focus on testing innovative drying and storage technologies, leverage partners to commercialize these technologies, and scale storage technologies that will reduce aflatoxin contamination and post-harvest losses at the smallholder farmer level. These activities are part of the Partnership for Aflatoxin Control in Africa (PACA) and implemented by ACDI/VOCA and ASI. The Finance Manager will report to the Program Manager and the responsibilities and qualifications for this program include but are not limited to the following:

Responsibilities:

  • Carry out the financial management of ACDI/VOCA and ASI project funds and ensure compliance with policies and procedures in accordance with ACDI/VOCA, ASI and donor requirements.
  • Make sure there are proper accounting/fiscal controls and procedures for all accounting areas per ACDI/VOCA, ASI and donor requirements.
  • Ensure that regular budget reconciliations and tracking between the field and HQ is carried out for all program funding sources.
  • Manage program procurements/purchases, including document review and approval and ensuring support documentation requirements are met; ensure procurements/purchases are within budget.
  • Carry out regular financial tracking of the program expenditures against the budget and sub-recipient funds each month, including conducting a pipeline analysis.
  • Review accounting vouchers (payment and journal) ensuring all supportive documentation requirements are met and signed. Review monthly financial reports (OSCARs). Specifically, review expenses/financial transactions according to code classification and bank reconciliations of the program bank account. Review bank statements and ensure the account balances are accurate and reconcile with ending report balances.
  • Maintain proper internal controls over the receipt, disbursement, and management of all financial resources.
  • Monitor compliance with approved budgets and donor regulations and prepare financial analyses needed by the Program Manager and program staff to effectively manage operating and project funds.
  • Prepare and submit the monthly financial report, supporting documentation, field cash reconciliation and cash projections for the next month to the Program Manager for approval.
  • Coordinate with the Program Manager and U.S. based accounting division and program staff to ensure that the Field Office’s financial and administrative matters are executed efficiently.


Qualifications

Qualifications

  • University degree in Economics, Business Studies, Accounting, Agriculture Economics or any other related field.
  • Experience in a computerized environment and a good working knowledge of an accounting package – including QuickBooks, and MS Office packages.
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Strong accounting knowledge. USDA/USAID experience expected (22 CFR Part 226; OMB Circular A-122 & A-133; Subgrant Management).
  • At least 5 years working experience in financial management. Agricultural experience, including direct experience with community and agricultural training programs preferred.


Contact Details

Contact:
Lars Volz
Telephone:
202-000-0000
Email:
lvolz@acdivoca.org

Application Instructions

To be considered for this recruitment, please submit a resume to http://acdivoca.maxhire.net/cp/?E55565361D43515B7E59192F77561C630362774B. No phone calls please. Only finalists contacted. Women and minorities encouraged to apply. EOE

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