Our client based in Nairobi needs an Accountant to work in Nairobi.
The assistant accountant will report to the accountant and will be responsibility for the effective and efficient processing of accounting data of our client.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Maintenance of cash ledgers and general accounts reconciliations
Maintenance of an efficient filing system of payment vouchers, receipts and invoices
Ensure that all the company's financial transactions are captured fully and accurately
Preparation of timely accounting reports (Management on Daily and Weekly)
Maintaining proper and up to date books of accounts
Filing and safely storing company documents and receipts for future reference
Preparing and availing accounting records for audit purposes
Verification of payment vouchers in accordance with the laid down Rules and Regulations
Coding of payment vouchers and verification of entries in the general ledger
Prepare bank reconciliation statements
Disburses funds using manual/local warrants or petty cash and makes change according to specific instructions.
Handle day to day expenses; payments of rent and electricity
Handle the statutory payments (NHIF, NSSF, PAYE, VAT Monthly returns)
Perform office administration work
Other general accounting duties as assigned.
Skills and Qualifications:
A Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce (Accounting or Finance option) from any reputable university
At least two (2) years’ experience in a similar capacity
Should be a CPA holder
Demonstrated hands on experience in modular accounting software’s such as QuickBooks 2006, Sage Pastel premier edition
Conversant with issuance of certificate to clients
Knowledge of general record keeping and filling systems
Strong work ethics and financial integrity
Good personal judgment, initiative, reliability, discipline and punctuality
Cordial relationship with colleagues & customers
Excellent analytical and accounting skills
Problem solving skills and keen to detail
Ability to handle pressure
Should be self-driven and work with minimum supervision excellent report writing skills
Detailed understanding of the role and functions of the accounting department
Desirable Criteria
Mature lady or Gentlemen age between 28-35yrs
A born again Christian
Qualified candidates should send their application letters and CV’s quoting relevant skills and experience to careers@kcr-hr.com.
The assistant accountant will report to the accountant and will be responsibility for the effective and efficient processing of accounting data of our client.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Maintenance of cash ledgers and general accounts reconciliations
Maintenance of an efficient filing system of payment vouchers, receipts and invoices
Ensure that all the company's financial transactions are captured fully and accurately
Preparation of timely accounting reports (Management on Daily and Weekly)
Maintaining proper and up to date books of accounts
Filing and safely storing company documents and receipts for future reference
Preparing and availing accounting records for audit purposes
Verification of payment vouchers in accordance with the laid down Rules and Regulations
Coding of payment vouchers and verification of entries in the general ledger
Prepare bank reconciliation statements
Disburses funds using manual/local warrants or petty cash and makes change according to specific instructions.
Handle day to day expenses; payments of rent and electricity
Handle the statutory payments (NHIF, NSSF, PAYE, VAT Monthly returns)
Perform office administration work
Other general accounting duties as assigned.
Skills and Qualifications:
A Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce (Accounting or Finance option) from any reputable university
At least two (2) years’ experience in a similar capacity
Should be a CPA holder
Demonstrated hands on experience in modular accounting software’s such as QuickBooks 2006, Sage Pastel premier edition
Conversant with issuance of certificate to clients
Knowledge of general record keeping and filling systems
Strong work ethics and financial integrity
Good personal judgment, initiative, reliability, discipline and punctuality
Cordial relationship with colleagues & customers
Excellent analytical and accounting skills
Problem solving skills and keen to detail
Ability to handle pressure
Should be self-driven and work with minimum supervision excellent report writing skills
Detailed understanding of the role and functions of the accounting department
Desirable Criteria
Mature lady or Gentlemen age between 28-35yrs
A born again Christian
Qualified candidates should send their application letters and CV’s quoting relevant skills and experience to careers@kcr-hr.com.