Dalberg – Finance Coordinator – (86).

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ABOUT DALBERG

We are a global group working to build a more inclusive and sustainable world where all people, everywhere, can reach their fullest potential. We partner with and serve communities, governments, and companies throughout the world, providing an innovative mix of advisory, investment, research, analytics, and design services. Today’s complex global problems require new solutions. Comprised of Dalberg Advisors, Dalberg Capital, Dalberg Design, Dalberg Data Insights and Dalberg Research; our businesses approach problems differently and work together to create impact at scale. We are from everywhere, at home anywhere – an African and American company as much as an Asian, Middle Eastern, and European one.

Dalberg is a place where a diverse mix of talented individuals are able to bring their authentic selves to work – whether it’s how you identify, where you come from, the languages you speak, the person you love, the way you worship. Dalberg is a home where people feel safe, understood, nurtured and encouraged to grow.

As a team of 450+ people from 50 countries, speaking over 90 languages collectively, with 40%+ female leadership team, Dalberg places diversity, equity and inclusion principles at the heart of our organization and the work we do alongside our clients, partners and communities.

Established in 2001 by experienced private sector consultants, Dalberg operates from 26 worldwide locations. For more information, please visit Dalberg.

ABOUT YOU

The Accountant position is an integral part of Dalberg’s operations team who support consultants and partners within the firm. This position is based at our Dalberg Nairobi Office where the incumbent will report to the Senior Office Manager with significant interface with the operations team. The successful candidate will be an excellent multitasker with exceptional communication and time management skills. A professional who is a stickler for detail, thorough, accurate and of high integrity with seamless execution while nurturing a positive and entrepreneurial work environment. An integral part of a dynamic office who can juggle multiple and unpredictable requests for help.

WHAT YOU WILL DO AND HOW YOU WILL GROW

• Post detailed entries to accounting records and prepare standard journal and ledger entries
• Prepare and verify various standard accounting entries for financial data processing system; reconcile report discrepancies and problems
• Perform monthly closing processes and periodic reporting
• Prepare monthly account reconciliations
• Manage Petty Cash
• Review submitted expense reports for approval
• Assist with reviewing and obtaining all Accounts Payables for timely payment
• Provide Accounts Receivable collection support
• Perform intercompany, receivables and account payable reconciliations
• Responsible for the timely filing of statutory returns and payments e.g. VAT, PAYE, Withholding taxes
• Manage relationships with vendors and negotiate rates as necessary
• Maintain and manage company assets as well as the asset register
• Responsible for the preparation and submission of all client invoices on a timely basis
• Support the planning and execution of annual financial audits and any other audits as may be required by country regulations
• Responsible for the reimbursement of professional expenses in a timely manner
• Support the Global Operations Team in the roll-out of firm wide initiatives
• Other tasks as required

REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related qualification with a professional accounting certificate of either ACCA or CPA
• 4 – 5 years practical working experience at a consulting, law, or financial services firm or similar professional environment 
• Experience working in Maconomy ERP system is an added advantage
• Excellent judgment with the ability to deftly manage sensitive and confidential situations 
• Good communication, interpersonal and presentation skills
• Proven ability to manage multiple, complex processes concurrently 
• Friendly, professional personality and demeanor
• Experience in working with people from different cultures and different offices is desirable
• Interest in social impact and international development is an added advantage

JOIN OUR TEAM

Please submit your application at our Career Centre, by End of Day 15 March 2020 AT 11:59 EST.

Your application should include a resume and a cover letter.

Candidates selected for interviews will be invited to discuss their interests and experience. As the interviews progress, candidates may be asked to interview in-person at the Dalberg Nairobi Office.

Employment in all the Dalberg locations is conditional on the candidate having the requisite authorization to live and work in that country.