Volunteer Finance Officer for Kenya Non-profit

Project Description:
Reporting to the executive directors, the director of finance and administration will define the process and implement the infrastructure/systems needed to support the growth of Flying Kites over the next few years. He/she will build and manage effective administrative/financial systems, including financial, accounting, and legal infrastructure. This would be an ideal position for a retired person that wanted to bring their experience to bear in a leadership role. Duties and responsibilities include: 1. Prepare, analyze, and present monthly and annual financial reports in an accurate and timely manner, and oversee all financial, project/program and grants accounting 2. Oversee budgeting, financial forecasting, and cash flow for administration, programs, and proposed new projects 3. Coordinate and lead the annual audit process, liaise with external auditors and the finance committee of the board of directors, assess any changes necessary 4. Manage the financial responsibilities of one administrative assistant 5. Oversee the organization's financial, budgeting, and administrative processes -- including staff compensation, bill pay, and account management 6. Coordinate financial meetings on a regular and frequent basis 7. Update and implement all necessary business policies and accounting practices, improve the overall finance policy and procedure manual 8. Effectively communicate and present critical financial matters to the board of directors
Skills Category:
Finance
Additional Skills Required:
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 1. Bachelor's degree in Business, Management, or Finance 2. Excellent people skills 3. Basic experience in financial management and accounting, ideally in the nonprofit sector 4. Flexible and a self-starter, able to multi-task while being highly detail-oriented 5. Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and a commitment to Flying Kites' mission 6. Knowledge of accounting and reporting software 7. Ability to translate financial concepts to -- and to effectively collaborate with -- programmatic and fundraising colleagues who do not necessarily have finance backgrounds Please send your resume and a covering letter to Toby Storie-Pugh.
Location:
61 Greenpoint Ave Suite 501 Brooklyn, New York 11222
Committment:
Ongoing Project
Application Process:
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