Project Accountant
Background to Position
The Kimetrica Group is
an international company providing knowledge services primarily to the
non-profit sector. Kimetrica Limited is based in Nairobi and works with clients
throughout Africa.
Kimetrica is currently
seeking a Project Accountant who will be responsible Kimetrica’s accounts in
Kenya.
The Accountant shall
be responsible for executing financial related activities to support and not
limited to the implementation of projects.
The accountant will
provide support in other finance areas as necessary and maintain a positive
working relationship with all office staff.
The Project Accountant
will work under the direct supervision of the Head of Finance and Operations
and in close collaboration with accountants from other Kimetrica offices and
branches.
The Project Accountant
will also liaise with Project Managers and Associates to ensure effective
financial service delivery to Kimetrica projects.
Essential Functions
1. Vendor Payments / Accounts Payable
- Make
payments to utilities and suppliers and maintain accounts for creditors
- Enter
all transactions into the accounting system (PROCAS & QuickBooks);
identify the proper account codes for each transaction.
- Receive
and process all invoices, expense reports and requests for payment.
- Prepare
payroll and process statutory deductions of NSSF, NHIF and PAYE and remit
as per set timelines.
- Ensure
that salary is disbursed to all employees on schedule.
- Collect
and verify timesheets, check for project codes and approvals.
- Verify
expense reports and ensure timely payment of travel advances / settlement
of expenses
- Ensure
payment of consultants and casuals
2. Accounts Receivable
- Assist
in the billing and invoicing of clients
- Verify
status of payments with clients and banks
3. Cash Management and Banking
- Ensure
that petty cash is managed efficiently and controls are observed
- Verify
petty cash vouchers and field expenses
- Ensure
full verification and reconciliation of bank statements
4. Audit, Annual Accounts and Tax Returns
- Assist
with tax computations and tax returns for all categories of tax.
- Assist
in financial and statutory reporting
- Act as
a custodian of accounting records, ledgers, revenues and operating
expenses.
- Assist
in the preparation of the Fixed Asset Register and inventory control
- Assist
in preparation of accounts and other documentation for external audit.
- Assist
in internal audit process and compliance with administrative controls.
- Ensure
all taxation and legislative requirements are complied with at all times.
5. Project Support
- Conduct
research on market prices and wage rates for project budgeting
- Assist
in preparation of project budgets
- Provide
project financial reports and statements to staff as required
- Assist
project managers in the financial management of projects
- Assist
in the management of project assets
6. Protect organization’s value by keeping information
confidential.
7. Assist in Kimetrica
accounting and financial management as required
Qualifications
Essential
Qualifications
- CPA
(K) or ACCA equivalent
- 3 to 5
years work experience in accounting for a medium to large company
- Computer
literate with use of internet, excel and accounting software
- Keen
attention to detail
- High
levels of integrity, honesty and confidentiality
Qualification Preferred
- Strong
quantitative and analytical skills
- Accounting
degree or equivalent preferred
- Strong
English language communications
- QuickBooks
experience is preferred
- Knowledge
of project-based accounting methods preferred
- Team-oriented
Terms and Conditions
- Opportunities
for specialised training in project based accounting
- Nairobi
based with some travel within Kenya
- Competitive
salary and benefits
- The
position is full time
- Opportunities
for rapid career development in a young and growing company
To Apply:
Submit a detailed CV
and a covering letter explaining why you are suited for the position and
recording your most recent month net take home salary.
Submit to
jobs@kimetrica.com by the 12th May 2013.
DO NOT INCLUDE SCANS
OR COPIES OF CERTITIFICATES AND REFERENCES.
PHONE CALLS AND
SOLICITATION WILL INVALIDATE APPLICATIONS.