Junior MRV Accounting Officer at BURN

• Job Type Full Time
• Qualification BA/BSc/HND
• Experience
• Location Nairobi
• Job Field Finance / Accounting / Audit
• Prepare and process daily field allowances for enumerators, including electronic funds transfers and international payments.
• Ensure timely preparation and submission of Payment Request Forms (PRFs).
• Verify payment requests for compliance with company policies and maintain proper documentation.
• Ensure accurate and timely payments to vendors, suppliers, contractors, and employees.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies between PRFs, invoices, and expense forms.
• Maintain updated records of all payment transactions and support proof of payment.
• Perform timely reconciliations of all payments and prepare reconciliation reports for approval.
• Reconcile departmental expense claims and PRFs before submission to Finance.
• Ensure adherence to internal controls and financial policies.
• Maintain proper financial documentation for audit and compliance requirements.
• Support development and documentation of improved financial processes and internal controls for MRV.
• Work with Country MRV Coordinators to prepare payrolls for MRV casuals and contractors.
• Obtain and maintain HR documentation for MRV casuals and contractors.
• Support MRV project teams with ad hoc operational and coordination tasks.
• Liaise with Finance to ensure timely disbursement of project funds and supplier payments.
• Liaise with the MRV team to obtain monthly budgets.
• Review submitted budgets for accuracy and completeness.
• Consolidate budgets for management review.
• Liaise with the MRV team to establish weekly fund requirements.
• Update the cash sheet on a weekly basis.
• Share the cash sheet with Finance in a timely manner.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial processes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including reconciliations, reporting, and budget tracking.
• High attention to detail and accuracy in financial record keeping.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to handle confidential financial and employee information with discretion.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Experience working with ERP systems, accounting software, or financial management tools is an advantage.