International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN)
Finance Officer - Shared Services
Nairobi
Posted 17 April, 2026
Deadline 01 May, 2026
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FinanceFull-TimeMid-level(3-5 yrs)
Job Description
The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) is seeking a Finance Officer - Shared Services to join their team in Nairobi. The role is responsible for ensuring financial procedures are strictly followed during payment processes and that all accounting documentation is accurately maintained. The Finance Officer will manage payments for specific ESARO Country Offices, perform bank reconciliations, and analyze various account subledgers to ensure financial integrity and compliance with statutory requirements.
Responsibilities
Ensure Finance procedures are followed in payments and accounting documents are well filed.
Prepare payments for selected ESARO COs in both NAV and bank, send Proof of payments and maintain the payments folder.
Prepare bank reconciliations for selected ESARO COs.
Perform account analysis of the selected ESARO COs Vendor Account subledgers and Staff Accounts ledgers.
Perform customers aging analysis and propose any adjusting entries.
Receipting, banking and ensuring a regular monitoring of bank balances, updating supervisors on the same.
Assist with data capture into the accounting system (ERP-Navision) for regular suppliers for the selected ESARO COs.
Prepare expense claims for workshop participants paid directly to them.
Provide support during audits and support on IP payments and IP fund balances reconciliations.
Ensure that all programme team members follow financial policies and procedures.
Work with project teams to prepare project cash requisitions.
Provide information and advice to the Country Representative and project managers on costs and norms.
Provide overall control of cash transactions at IUCN ESARO selected COs, including cash transaction reporting.
Perform final checking of requests for cash advances, reimbursements, purchase orders, ensuring correct financial procedures are undertaken.
Support the preparations of both internal and external audits across ESARO selected COs.
Ensure that all PYs and PPIs are completed before monthly closing and support on checklists for the ESARO selected COs.
Ensure compliance with mandatory statutory deductions and other requirements under selected ESARO COs.
Qualifications and Experience
First degree in Accounting, Finance or related field.
Relevant professional qualification in accounting (CPA, ACCA level II, CIMA preferred).
At least 5 years’ relevant work experience with a recognized organization, especially an international development agency.
Working Knowledge of use of ERP-Navision.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should apply via the IUCN Human Resources Management System portal. Visit https://www.myjobmag.co.ke/apply-now/1206880 to access the application link and follow the instructions provided.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should apply online via the IUCN Human Resources Management System (HRMS) through the following link: Apply via IUCN HRMS. Ensure you complete the application process as specified on the portal before May 1, 2026.
