Accountant Job Vacancy in Kenya

A leading Distributor of general commodities invites applications for the following
vacancy at the Eldoret office.
Accountant
Key Responsibilities
  • Conducting day to day financial transactions such as bank reconciliations, petty cash recording, payments and banking;
  • To prepare and maintain up to date accounting system, ensuring that all transactions are duly recorded;
  • Maintain accurate



    periodic reports
  • Monthly VAT reconciliation
  • Monthly reconciliation of bank statements and supplier statements
  • Daily cash book reconciliation
  • Preparation and maintenance of monthly payroll
  • Monthly submission of various PAVE, VAT, KBS, Industrial Training Levy, Witholding Taxes
  • Annual payments and maintenance of Land rents and rates and various licences
  • Preparation and annual submission of Financial Accounts to Auditors
Minimum Qualifications
  • Fully qualified accountant CPA (K), ACCA, or equivalent qualification
  • Minimum 2 (two) years progressive accounting experience in a busy accounts office.
Key Competencies:
  • Ability to maintain high standards integrity and absolute discretion on confidential matters
  • Highly motivated, energetic, independent with strong communication skills
  • Demonstrate proficiency in IT particularly computerized accounting packages and knowledge of accounting principles
  • Excellent analytical and report writing skills’
Applications with a detailed CV and daytime contacts should be sent by email not
later than 2nd April 2010 to email address: rceekay @ live.com