Our client, a non-deposit taking
medium sized Sacco based in Nairobi with a membership of 1600 is looking for a dynamic
and experienced person to fill the vacant position of a Sacco
Accountant.
REF: CS /CCIA/ ACCT/2017
Reporting to the CEO, the position
will be based in Nairobi
The Role
The Accountant shall be responsible
for overseeing finance and accounting function in the Society:
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General supervision of Accounts
Section staff
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Preparation of Society final
accounts, Trial Balance, Balance sheets etc;
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Preparation and presentation of
annual revenue and capital budgets;
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Preparation of Economic reports;
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Ensure safe custody of the Society’s
cheque books and other sensitive documents
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Developing financial management
mechanisms;
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Conducting reviews/evaluations for
cost reductions on various vote heads;
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Managing Sacco’s financial accounting
and monitoring systems;
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To liaise with internal /External
Auditors on audit Controls and act on management letters;
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Producing accurate financial reports;
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Give a cost benefit analysis on
external borrowing for Board of Directors approval;
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Management of staff payrolls;
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Keeping abreast of changes in
financial regulations and legislation;
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Ensuring the Society assets and
liabilities are recorded correctly and safeguarded;
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Ensuring the necessary cash reserve
is maintained as required by law;
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Keeping and managing debtors and
creditors records;
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Implementation and review of the
Society’s financial accounting policies and procedures;
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Giving guidance in all financial and
accounting matters;
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Ensuring adequate budgetary controls
are in place;
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Advising and overseeing prudent
financial management and investment;
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Submitting implementation work plans
and ensure proper reporting systems are in place;
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Approving payments made by the
Society;
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Ensuring that accounts and
reconciliation are done on a monthly basis and adherence to specific deadlines;
and
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Any other lawful duties that may be
assigned from time to time.
Qualifications
Appointment to the position will be
made from persons who:
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Are holders of a Business related
degree or its equivalent from a recognised university and CPA (K) or ACCA
or
or
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Bachelor’s Degree and CPA (K) or its
equivalent
or
or
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CPA (K) and have satisfactorily
served as an Accountant in the Society or a comparable position with similar
responsibilities in a Sacco or in like organizations for a minimum period of 3
years.
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Diploma in Co-operative Management
will be an added advantage.
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Have demonstrated high financial
management capability and Investment.
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Have good knowledge of Information
Technology.
Attributes / Skills
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High financial management capability.
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Judgment and decision-making ability
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Strong analytical, financial
reporting, and presentation skills with the ability to present complex issues
clearly and concisely
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Accuracy and attention to detail
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High leadership and administrative
capacity
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Ability to plan and execute tasks
with minimal supervision
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Excellent communication and
interpersonal skills.
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Good IT skills and Proficient in
Microsoft office suite
How to apply
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Download the online form (openable with adobe reader)
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Once you complete, click on the
SUBMIT button on the form, follow the simple instructions and send.
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Must indicate the Job Reference
Number on the application form
The form must be submitted by end of
20th November 2017