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Finance Officer at NairoBits Trust

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Job Overview
Employment FullTime
Location Nairobi Kenya
Experience At least 5 years
Education Level Bachelor's Degree
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Opportunities Meet Aspirations

What You Will Do

  • Finance & Accounting
  • Maintain general ledger integrity through journal entries, reconciliations, and monthly/year-end closures.
  • Prepare monthly financial reports, bank reconciliations, and cash flow projections.
  • Manage accounts payable and receivable, including invoicing follow-up and supplier payments.
  • Ensure all expenditures align with approved project budgets and are fully supported by documentation.
  • Process payments, bank transfers, and payroll transactions.
  • Ensure statutory compliance including PAYE, NSSF, and NHIF.
  • Prepare and support internal and external financial audits and ensure follow-up on audit findings.
  • Update the Executive Director on financial performance and risks.

Our Vision

  • Empowered and transformed youth who positively impact societies.

Our Mission

  • Harnessing ICT to place youth at the centre of societal engagements and solutions.
  • Grant & Donor Finance Management
  • Support programme teams in reviewing budgets for grantees and subcontractors.
  • Track donor-funded project expenditures and ensure compliance with donor rules.
  • Prepare donor financial reports in required formats and timelines.
  • Administration & Human Resources
  • Maintain accurate, confidential, and up-to-date employee records.
  • Coordinate recruitment administration, including interview scheduling and contract documentation.
  • Manage onboarding and offboarding processes, including inductions and clearance.
  • Administer leave management and maintain attendance and leave trackers.
  • Support payroll administration by maintaining staff master data and payroll inputs.
  • Maintain HR compliance documentation and calendars.
  • Coordinate staff training logistics and maintain training records.
  • Support performance management cycles and HR policy documentation.
  • Provide HR administrative support and escalate sensitive issues appropriately.

Qualifications & Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Accounting, Business Administration, or equivalent.
  • CPA or ACCA Part II qualification.
  • Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in a similar role within the NGO sector.
  • Experience managing donor-funded projects.
  • Strong analytical, reporting, and problem-solving skills.
  • Proficiency in QuickBooks, Microsoft Excel, and MS Office.
  • Familiarity with Kenyan tax and labour regulations.
  • High integrity, attention to detail, and ability to meet tight deadlines.
  • Excellent communication skills in English and Kiswahili.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit:

  • Current CV/Resume highlighting relevant technical skills and experience.
  • Cover letter (maximum 1 page) explaining why you are interested in this post and how your skills and experience make you a good fit.

Application Deadline: 17th February 2026

Submit applications to: vacancy@nairobits.com

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. NairoBits Trust is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity
and inclusion.


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