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K26356 - Assistant Finance Analyst (Locally recruited)

CIMMYT

NairobiEntry level · Not statedDeadline not published by employerChecked 21 Oct 2026
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Role overview

CIMMYT is hiring an Assistant Finance Analyst to work full-time in Nairobi. This role is suited for someone with finance or accounting experience who can support partner financial reporting and payment processing within an international agricultural research organisation.

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What you will do

  • Review partner financial reports and supporting documents to ensure expenditures align with approved budgets and agreements.
  • Assist with processing and tracking payments to partners, and follow up on errors or missing financial reports.
  • Support routine finance operations such as reconciliations, journal entries, and reclassifications using D365.
  • Help with month-end and year-end financial activities, audits, and ensure all financial records and audit documentation are complete.
  • Organise financial closeout records and monitor outstanding partner actions.

Requirements

  • Hold a bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business administration, commerce, economics, or a related field.
  • Have 1 to 2 years of relevant finance or accounting experience, ideally involving partner or project financial management.
  • Possession of CPA Part II qualification is preferred.
  • Experience working with NGOs, donor-funded projects, partner financial reporting, or ERP systems like D365 is an advantage.
  • Good skills in Microsoft Excel and financial analysis.

Benefits

The contract is for two years including a six-month probation period, with possible extension based on performance and resources. Locally recruited staff receive a competitive salary, non-contributory pension, comprehensive medical insurance, paid leave, and learning and development opportunities.

How to apply

Apply through the employer's official contact with your application before the closing date. The employer has not published a closing date.

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