Accountant Job Vacancy Leldet Ltd

Leldet Ltd is a small dynamic seed company based in a rural environment 20km outside of Nakuru Town. The company has an innovative approach to bulking and selling seed in small packs to Kenyan Farmers. Google Leldet for a company profile.
The Company is seeking to recruit an Accountant to be based on the home farm near Kampi Ya Moto in a new position. We are looking for someone who is energetic, honest and can rise to challenges.
Reporting to the Directors, the main purpose of the job will be to effectively manage and coordinate the accounting functions of the company.
Key Responsibilities
The position holder will undertake such duties as;
  • Preparation of management and statutory accounts
  • Stocks and inventory management
  • Budget preparation and presentation
  • Variance analysis and control
  • Review and implementation of internal systems and controls
  • Compliance with statutory obligations and local tax laws
  • Payroll administration
The Candidate

The preferred candidate should have the following qualifications and qualities;
  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Degree in Accounting
  • Three years relevant experience
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Team player and change agent
  • Computer literate (Excel, Word, etc.)
  • Experience with accounting packages, e.g. Quick Books
  • Agricultural experience will be an added advantage
If you are a self starter and believe that you have the qualities to inspire and innovate within this new role, please send your CV (with a contact number and details of 3 referees) and an indication of your salary expectation to:
The General Manager,
Leldet Ltd,
P.O Box 16065, 20100-Nakuru
leldet@leakeygroups.co.ke
The closing date for applications will be 15 May 2010