Finance Coordinator

Norwegian Refugee Council

Nairobi, Kenya

Experience: 3 to 5 Years

Skill Required: Finance & Accounting

These responsibilities shall be the same for all positions with the same title. The responsibilities shall be short and essential.  Implement NRC’s systems and procedures at country level. Ensure adherence to NRC policies, handbooks, guidelines and donor requirement. Prepare and submit reports and analysis . Ensure proper filing of all support documents. Support line managers in procedures and require support team training. Ensure that the accounting, monitoring and reporting are according to procedures . Support project staff in financial matters.

Responsibilities:

  • Review and verify supporting documentation for payment requests to ensure compliance and accuracy prior to bank or cash disbursements.
  • Prepare and submit monthly Budget Variance Analysis (BVA) reports for the Regional Hub to the Head of Operational Support.
  • Conduct intercompany control account reconciliations across multiple country offices to ensure accuracy and timely reconciliation (account codes 1560 and 1561).
  • Monitor and report on Regional Hub running costs, coordinating with the Administration and Logistics units to ensure timely payment of utilities and other regional expenses.
  • Perform monthly reconciliations of Regional Hub accounts and ensure timely submission of Bank Reconciliation Statements (BRS).
  • Conduct weekly cash counts in collaboration with the Finance Officer to maintain cash integrity.
  • Provide budgeting, financial monitoring, and reporting support to hosted entities within the East and Southern Africa (ESA) Regional Hub.
  • Calculate and record hosting fees for entities hosted within the ESA Regional Hub.
  • Post monthly salary entries for both international and national staff into the financial system.
  • Process and disburse payroll for national staff in accordance with organizational policies.
  • Provision of national staff severance as per contractual and statutory requirements.
  • Ensure monthly zeroing of the ESA Regional Hub budget to maintain financial accuracy.
  • Prepare project summaries to support timely and accurate fund requests.
  • Conduct finance induction sessions for new staff joining the Regional Office, covering NRC financial procedures and systems.
  • Support internal and external audits by providing requested documentation and responding to audit queries.
  • Compile and submit the Regional Office transaction checklist monthly.
  • Submit weekly exchange rate reports to Head Office for financial planning and reporting.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
  • Professional certification in accounting (e.g., CPA, ACCA) is highly desirable.
  • Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in financial roles within the humanitarian or development sector.
  • Strong proficiency in financial reporting systems and tools.
  • Good interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a team environment.
  • Proficient skills in computer-based financial analysis and reporting.
  • High level of cultural sensitivity and awareness, with the ability to work in diverse settings.
  • Capacity to perform under pressure and meet tight deadlines without compromising quality.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

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