Accounts Clerk Job in Kenya

Senior Accounts Clerk

(Computer Section, Debtors Department)

Position Summary:

Reporting to the Team Leader, Corporate, the Senior Accounts Clerk (Computer Section) will ensure that all the corporate unallocated credits are maintained at the lowest possible level of the current benchmark and also prepare accurate and timely debtors reports as per the agreed timings.

Key Responsibilities:

Offer prompt and satisfactory services to internal and external clients as per the established policies and procedures of the department;
Receipt allocation of cheques received from corporate and individuals;
Ensure all payments from corporate and individual clients, adjusting entries and credit notes raised are reconciled to the respective debit entries as per the remittance advice provided by the clients;
File cheque copies and match receipts posting with batch list on a daily basis;
Follow up on reconciliation advice and schedules from clients for outstanding credits in their accounts by making calls and writing mails;
Ensure that un-allocated credits schedule is updated on a timely basis;
Maintain timely and accurate departmental reports i.e. individual corporate performance
Participate in preparation of service audits to enable the department to achieve its quality objective
Any other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications and skills required:

Bachelor of Commerce/ CPA II or equivalent
KCSE Mean Grade C minimum or equivalent
A minimum 2 years relevant experience in a busy accounting/credit management department
Proficient in MS Office suite.
Formal training in customer care or equivalent demonstrated experience.
Excellent interpersonal, communication, organizational, and customer service skills
Excellent communication skills both written and oral.
Good interpersonal skills: Ability to build relationships among team members.
Ability to work under pressure and meet stringent deadlines.
Ability to work long hours with minimal supervision, has initiative and is proactive
Accuracy & efficiency in handling demanding work load.
Knowledgeable and can perform routine/non-routine assignments
Professional grooming and self-presentation