Assistant Finance Analyst

Job Posting Organization:
CIMMYT is a cutting-edge, non-profit, international organization dedicated to solving tomorrow’s problems today. Established to foster improved quantity, quality, and dependability of production systems and basic cereals such as maize, wheat, triticale, sorghum, millets, and associated crops, CIMMYT focuses on applied agricultural science, particularly in the Global South. The organization builds strong partnerships to enhance the livelihood trajectories and resilience of millions of resource-poor farmers, while working towards a more productive, inclusive, and resilient agrifood system within planetary boundaries. As a core CGIAR Research Center, CIMMYT is part of a global research partnership aimed at achieving a food-secure future, dedicated to reducing poverty, enhancing nutrition" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">food and nutrition security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security, and improving natural resources. For more information, visit https://www.cimmyt.org/en/

Job Overview:
CIMMYT is seeking a professional to support the DCP in managing partner financial reporting activities. This role is crucial in addressing reporting backlogs and increased workloads associated with the closure of existing subgrants and the initiation of new ones. The Assistant Finance Analyst will ensure timely and accurate financial reporting, support payment processing, and maintain complete financial documentation in accordance with CIMMYT’s policies and procedures. The position requires a proactive approach to managing financial data and ensuring compliance with established guidelines, thereby contributing to the overall financial health of the organization.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Partner Financial Review and Compliance: Review partner financial reports, transaction listings, supporting documentation, and expenditures against approved budgets and agreements. Ensure that partner expenditures align with approved budgets and agreements, which constitutes 30% of the role's responsibilities.
• Partner Payments and Reporting: Support the processing and tracking of payments to partners, identify and follow up on errors, missing documentation, and outstanding financial reports. Maintain partner financial reporting and payment trackers, accounting for 25% of the duties.
• D365 and Routine Financial Operations: Assist with D365 reconciliations, journal entries, reclassifications, and other routine finance activities to ensure accurate and timely financial processing. Escalate significant financial and compliance issues to the Program Finance Manager, which represents 5% of the responsibilities.
• Financial Reporting, Audit, and Period-End Support: Support month-end and year-end financial activities, partner audits, and other finance reviews, ensuring that required documentation and records are complete and available. Maintain accurate financial records and audit documentation, making up 20% of the role.
• Financial Closeout and Records Management: Organize financial closeout records and track outstanding partner actions, ensuring that all financial documentation is properly managed and archived.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Commerce, Economics, or a related field. A CPA Part II qualification is considered an advantage. The role requires 1–2 years of relevant finance/accounting experience, preferably involving partner or project financial management. Experience working with NGOs, donor-funded projects, partner financial reporting, or ERP systems such as D365 is also advantageous. Strong Microsoft Excel and analysis" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">financial analysis skills are essential for success in this position.

Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes a Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Commerce, Economics, or a related field. Candidates with a CPA Part II qualification will have an added advantage, indicating a higher level of expertise in financial matters.

Experience:
The position requires 1–2 years of relevant finance/accounting experience. This experience should preferably involve partner or project financial management, which is crucial for understanding the complexities of financial reporting in a non-profit context. Familiarity with working in NGOs or with donor-funded projects will be beneficial, as will experience with partner financial reporting and ERP systems such as D365.

Languages:
While the job description does not specify mandatory languages, proficiency in English is likely essential given the international nature of the organization and its operations. Additional languages may be beneficial, particularly those relevant to the regions in which CIMMYT operates, but are not explicitly required.

Additional Notes:
This position is classified as a Locally Recruited Staff (LRS) role. CIMMYT offers a competitive remuneration package that is commensurate with experience and qualifications. Employment contracts in Kenya are issued under ICRAF in compliance with Kenyan labor law. Locally recruited staff are eligible for a non-contributory pension scheme, comprehensive medical insurance, paid annual and statutory leave, and opportunities for learning and development in line with CIFOR-ICRAF policies. The appointment is for a period of two (2) years, which includes a six-month probationary period, with the possibility of extension based on performance, the continued relevance of the position, and available resources. The duty station for this role will be in Nairobi, Kenya.