Finance Officer (Reliever) - Kenya

About the role

CorpsAfrica, a non-profit that supports community development projects across Africa, is looking for a Finance Officer (reliever) in Nairobi. The role manages day-to-day accounting, including budgeting, tax compliance and procurement, to safeguard the organization's resources. It reports to the Country Director and works closely with the Global Support Office to meet donor requirements.

Key responsibilities

• Manage financial operations including accounts payable and receivable, payroll, ledger management and reconciliations
• Prepare, analyze and present financial statements and reports in line with local regulations
• Support weekly, monthly and quarterly internal reporting and budgeting, and monitor expenditures against budgets
• Ensure compliance with local tax laws such as PAYE, NSSF, SHA and corporate taxes, and liaise with tax authorities
• Support internal and external audits and ensure timely submission of required documents
• Establish and improve financial processes and controls to reduce risk
• Oversee procurement processes in line with policy and donor requirements, and support project activities with efficient finance and procurement
• Work with the global finance team to align local operations with the Global Support Office's goals

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Finance or a related field
• CPA registered with ICPAK
• At least 3 years of professional experience, preferably in the NGO sector
• Legal authorization to work full-time in Kenya; no need for employment sponsorship

Required skills

• Familiarity with an accounting system
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and financial management skills

To apply, send a cover letter and a resume through JazzHR by November 27, 2026. Only complete applications will be considered.