Assistant Accountant

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting or a related business field
  
• CPA III (K) or ACCA III qualification
  
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar role
  
• Strong analytical skills with keen attention to detail
  
• High integrity, accountability and professionalism
  
• Strong numeracy, communication and interpersonal skills
  

• Ensure all customer deposits are accurately receipted in the ERP system within 24 hours and share receipts and statements
  
• Ensure all cheques received are banked within the same day
  
• Prepare daily cash flow reports and submit to the Company Accountant
  
• Respond to shareholders’ and customers’ account-related queries in a timely manner
  
• Post supplier invoices into the ERP system and respective ledger accounts upon receipt
  
• Prepare approved payment vouchers and ensure payments are posted with proper authorization
  
• Follow up and collect outstanding receivables and issue demand letters when necessary
  
• Perform weekly, monthly and periodic reconciliations of cashbooks, creditors, debtors and ledger accounts
  
• Prepare accurate bank reconciliations on or before the 3rd of every month
  
• Ensure proper filing and maintenance of accounting records in line with policies and procedures
  
• Assist in payroll administration and statutory remittances including PAYE, NHIF, NSSF, SACCO, HELB and Pension
  
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the supervisor