(Project) Finance Analyst in Nairobi

Posted 2 weeks ago - By Kenyan Employer #78 - Over 9 Potential Applicants

You will partner with key internal stakeholders by providing financial assessment, measurement and reporting

  • Minimum Qualification :Bachelors
  • Experience Level :Mid level
  • Experience Length :3 years

Our Vision

Africa’s solution to bridging the talent gap.

Job Mission

You form an integral part of our ecosystems by executing a key part of our Revenue Pillar: Partnerships . You will be integral in the generation, execution and performance reporting of this strategy . You will partner with key internal stakeholders by providing financial assessment, measurement and reporting. Ideally you must possess strong analytical skills, a deep understanding of financial reporting and control for an NGO and impact projects, and the ability to communicate and collaborate effectively across various teams within the organisation.

Reporting to

Finance Lead (EA) Partnerships

Direct Reports None

Key Responsibilities 

Organizational

● Analyze actual and projected expenses against direct program costs to predict annual overhead rate for effective management of the project’s resources

● Use trend and Management Budget to develop monthly projections for overhead expenses

● Develop monthly projection of both direct and overhead costs for presentation to the project’s stakeholders

Functional

● Maintain Annual Corporate Budget

● Prepare periodic fund utilization report

● Prepare Quarterly Donor Fund Report

● Prepare various financial analysis with respect to the project funds

● Ensure All project Expenses are in line with the company’s Procurement Policy

● Ensure appropriate documentation of project expenses in line with the set guidelines

Key Relationships 

● Project Lead

● Finance Manager

● Head of Finance, Group Partnerships

● Bankers

● Auditors

● Tax consultant

● Tax Administrators

● Solicitors

● Other government parastatals

KPIs to measure success.

● Finance analysis methodology implementation

● Report turnaround time

● Stakeholders satisfaction

Key Skills & Competencies

Skills

● Bachelor's Degree in Business or Finance field

● 3+ year's relevant finance and accounting experience

● Excellent knowledge of MS office suite with advanced excel skills

● Proficient in financial reporting and controls with low learning curve in adapting to new systems/tools

● Strong organization, analytical, and coordination skills

Competencies

● English language skills is required with excellent written and oral communication skills

● Fast paced and able to adapt to changing requirements

● Self-motivated, Driven and a strong teamwork ethic

● Results-oriented

● Ability to go the extra mile when required

Apply Before: 26 January 2025
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