BBC Monitoring Nairobi office is responsible for gathering news
and information from the mass media across Africa and the Middle East, around
the clock.
Job Profile
We are seeking to engage an experienced accountant to join our team.
The successful candidate will be the central point of contact for all financial queries, will manage relations with internal and external parties, deal with financial and accountancy matters and be expected to build and
maintain effective working relationships with a range of people.
The post involves working with the business and administration departments of
BBC Monitoring.Job Profile
We are seeking to engage an experienced accountant to join our team.
The successful candidate will be the central point of contact for all financial queries, will manage relations with internal and external parties, deal with financial and accountancy matters and be expected to build and
maintain effective working relationships with a range of people.
An excellent knowledge of English and the ability to communicate effectively (both verbally and written) is essential.
Duties include but are not confined to:
Annual budget preparation and management
Preparation of monthly accounts and reports
Payment processing
Updating and maintaining day to day accounts of the organization
Payroll administration and handling payments to contractors
Management of risks confronting the business
Ensuring compliance with the statutory and taxation issues
Ensuring internal controls systems are adequate
Dealing with audit queries
Ensuring that all financial transactions are in compliance with established polices and practices
Job Requirements
University degree from a reputable university in finance or accounting
Professional accounting qualifications of CPA III or AACA level III
At least three years professional experience
Excellent command of accounting programs, including working knowledge of financial spreadsheets and applications
Strong analytical and financial reporting skills
Excellent people management skills
Short-listed candidates will be required to sit financial and general knowledge tests at our Karen offices.
Successful candidates will later be invited for an interview.
To apply please send a comprehensive CV and letter of application, illustrating in full your suitability for the job and giving evidence of relevant skills and experience.
The deadline is 25 November 2011
Applications may be emailed to eaujobs@mon.bbc.co.uk
BBC is an equal opportunities employer
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted
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