Watoto Church Ministries is seeking to recruit an Accountant who will be responsible for ensuring accurate recording of ministry payments and receipts in accordance with Watoto Church Ministries policies, while maintaining controls that safeguard ministry assets.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
(But not limited to):
1. Formulation of Policies and Procedures
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Participate in the development and periodic review of financial policies and strategies to mitigate financial risks.
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Conduct regular reviews of standard operating procedures and forms pertaining to finance operations.
2. Management of Finance (Receipts and Payments) Processes
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Ensure timely processing of statutory and supplier payments in compliance with government regulations and financial policies, while maintaining requisite documentation and accurate transaction records.
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Manage ministry payments and ensure procedural compliance and accurate recording of financial transactions (payables, receivables, prepayments, accruals).
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Oversee ministry funds collection, cash advance management, and ensure compliance with established procedures.
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Guarantee accurate invoicing, timely collection, and reporting of ministry receivables in line with standard procedures.
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Ensure accurate accounting and reconciliation of ministry revenues (digital transfers, weekend services) with banked funds, and address variances in a timely manner.
3. Ledger Maintenance and Stakeholder Relationships
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Ensure accurate posting of entries and timely monthly management reports to management and the Finance Committee.
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Review monthly listings for the payables ledger, receivables ledger, and other creditors.
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Maintain oversight of budget variance reporting for Watoto ministries.
Qualifications, Skills, and Experience
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Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field from a reputable university.
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Completed or undertaking a professional certification; chartered membership of ACCA, CPA, or a similar organisation is required.
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A minimum of five (5) years’ working experience in a busy finance and accounts function.
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Proficiency in an accounting system; knowledge of Dynamics 365 Business Central is an added advantage.
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Excellent financial analytical and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail.
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Strong understanding of financial principles, cash management, and risk analysis.
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Willingness to live up to organisational values and demonstrate a strong work ethic.
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Strong report writing, presentation, and communication skills.
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High levels of personal and professional integrity.
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Ability to exercise confidentiality and sound judgement.
How to Apply
All suitably qualified and interested candidates can apply by:
1. Email Application
Submit your CV, academic and professional documents, and a Church recommendation letter to: careers@watotochurch.com
Subject Line: Job Title – First Name, Last Name
2. Online Application
Visit www.watotochurch.com and:
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Go to JOIN THE TEAM on the website menu
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Click Click here to see the job details
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Click Apply Here
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Fill out the form and submit after all sections have been completed
Application Deadline
25 January 2026
ONLY SUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS WILL BE SHORTLISTED AND CONTACTED FOR INTERVIEWS.




