Finance Assistant
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FAWE Kenya is hiring a Finance Assistant in Nairobi to support the Finance Officer with document verification, payment preparation, transaction processing, reconciliations, and audit. The role requires a bachelor's degree in finance or accounting, CPA Part 2, and at least 2 years of finance experience.
- Reports to the Finance Officer within a busy finance setup
- Requires Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting or related field
- CPA Part 2 and minimum 2 years of progressive finance experience
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FAWE Kenya is hiring a Finance Assistant in Nairobi to support the Finance Officer with document verification, payment preparation, transaction processing, reconciliations, and audit. The role requires a bachelor's degree in finance or accounting, CPA Part 2, and at least 2 years of finance experience.
- Reports to the Finance Officer within a busy finance setup
- Requires Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting or related field
- CPA Part 2 and minimum 2 years of progressive finance experience
- Proficient user of advanced Excel and QuickBooks or another ERP
- Application deadline: 23rd October 2026 at 5:00pm
- Send resume, cover letter, certificates and 3 references as one PDF
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Can you qualify for this role?
- Required2+ years of relevant experienceThe job post includes a minimum experience signal.
- RequiredEducation or certification mentioned in the postThe captured text mentions education, a diploma, certificate, or licence.
- PreferredPractical evidence in finance, Accounting, NGOThe tags and summary point to skills connected with this role.
- RequiredAvailability to work in NairobiThe vacancy is associated with this location.
- UnclearComfort with the Full Time contract termsConfirm hours, duration, probation and benefits at the original source.
Documents to prepare
- Likely requiredUpdated CV
- Role specificCover letter or short employer message
- OptionalProfessional references
- Role specificAcademic or professional certificates
- VerifyID or passport only after verifying the employer
Application tips for this job
- Place your strongest Finance Assistant evidence in the first half of your CV.
- In your cover letter or employer message, connect your experience to Forum for African Women Educationalists (FAWE) Kenya and the role in Nairobi.
- Add concrete examples related to finance, Accounting, NGO, ideally with measurable outcomes or clear responsibilities.
- Follow the instructions from Job in Kenya; avoid sending documents to unofficial contacts or copied links.
- Confirm the deadline, interview location and employer contact before sharing personal documents.
- Plan to submit before the listed deadline: 2026-10-23.
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- Original source link available
- Application method is clear
- Deadline is available: 2026-10-23
- No major risk signal was detected in the captured text.
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- What experience makes you a strong fit for this Finance Assistant role in finance, Accounting?
- How have you handled responsibilities similar to those in this job post?
- Are you available to work in Nairobi under the listed contract or schedule?
- Prepare examples with clear responsibilities, tools used and measurable outcomes.
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Original source description
Finance Assistant
Purpose of the Job
Reporting to the Finance Officer, the role holder will assist in checking and verification of financial documents, preparation of payments, processing of transactions, preparation of reconciliations, postings in the financial system, and audit.
Qualification and competences:
Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting or a related field, from a recognized institution.
A CPA Part 2.
A minimum of 2 years of working experience with progressive responsibility in a busy finance set up.
Valid Certificate of Good Conduct.
A proficient user of advanced Excel and use of QuickBooks or any other ERP.
Self-confidence/ independence, positive attitude and team spirit.
Good communication, problem analysis and problem-solving skills, highest level of integrity and professionalism.
High level of confidentiality, attention to detail, flexible, adoptive and ability to work under no/minimal supervision.
Strong organizational, planning, prioritization, and execution skills.
Enthusiastic, decisive, pragmatic, and a dynamic hands-on individual with a sense of urgency and thoroughness.
Method of Application
- Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, academic and Professional certificates, and three professional references as One PDF document to
- [email protected]
- not later than
- 23rd October
- 2026 at 5:00pm.