Assistant Accountant Job in Nairobi Kenya

UNES Management invites Suitably Qualified Persons to apply and competitively fill the following Vacant Position:


Assistant Accountant 
Ref: UNES/F/AA/3/15  
1 Position

Reports to: Accountant Income

Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Carrying out reconciliation of customers accounts
  • Preparation of credit vouchers and posting them into the system
  • Preparation and dispatching customer statements
  • Assist in preparing revenue ledger reconciliations on a monthly basis
  • Ensure that revenues received are properly receipted and accounted for
  • Ensuring proper coding and proper description of income
  • Compilation of catering levy reports
  • Recording of all income documents
  • Preparing monthly bank reconciliation statement
  • Assist in preparing ageing analysis of debtors
  • Participation in monthly and final stock takes
  • Performing any other duties as assigned by the supervisor
Job Specification:
  • Bachelor of commerce (accounting option) degree or equivalent
  • At least 3 years working experience 2 of which must be as an Accounts Assistant
  • Possess CPA II or equivalent
  • Possess relevant computer and analytical skills
  • Possess good interpersonal skills
  • Those with experience at supervisory level, knowledge on VAT, retail management system, financial reporting and debt management will have an added advantage
How to Apply

Applicants interested in the above positions should submit the following:
  • Cover letter detailing why they want to be considered for the position applied, as well as current and expected gross salary.
  • Detailed CV including at minimum:
  1. Biographical data including: Full names, current mailing address, current telephone contacts, email address
  2. Employment history to date.  Ensure that specific start and end dates are included.
  3. Educational history to date, clearly detailing the program, certificate obtained, and completion date.
  4. Names of 3 referees.
  • Copies of ALL Academic and Professional Certificates and testimonials.
  • Completed Personal Data Form (CLICK HERE to download).
  • Indicate the Job Reference Number on the Envelope.
Submit 7 copies of all the documents required; Applications, detailed current CV highlighting qualifications and experience, Academic and professional certificates.

All applications to reach the undersigned on or before the application closing date

Head, Human Resources & Administration Services,
University of Nairobi Enterprises and Services (UNES) Limited
P.O. Box 68241-00200 City Square, 
Nairobi

Application Closing Date: 1st April 2015

Only shortlisted applicants shall be contacted.

UNES is an equal opportunity employer.


Persons living with disabilities meeting the requirements for the jobs are encouraged to apply