Payables Accountant Job in Kenya

We are an animal feeds manufacturing company situated at Thika and seeking to recruit a Payables Accountant. 
 
Perform accounting and clerical tasks related to the efficient maintenance and processing of accounts payable transactions.
 
Main Job Tasks and Responsibilities

  • review and verify invoices and check requests
  • sort, code and match invoices
  • set invoices up for payment
  • enter and upload invoices into system
  • track expenses and process expense reports
  • prepare and process electronic transfers and payments
  • prepare and perform check runs
  • post transactions to journals, ledgers and other records
  • reconcile accounts payable transactions
  • prepare analysis of accounts
  • monitor accounts to ensure payments are up to date
  • research and resolve invoice discrepancies and issues
  • maintain vendor files
  • correspond with vendors and respond to inquiries
  • produce monthly reports
  • assist with month end closing
  • provide supporting documentation for audits
Education and Experience
  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance –Accounting Option
  • CPA-K
  • Membership with ICPAK
  • knowledge of accounts payable
  • knowledge of general accounting procedures
  • knowledge of relevant accounting software
  • proficient in data entry and management
  • 1-3 years accounts payable or general accounting experience
Key Competencies
  • organizing and prioritizing
  • attention to detail and accuracy
  • confidentiality
  • judgment
  • communication skills
  • information management skills
  • problem-solving skills
  • team work
  • ability to meet deadlines
Interested and qualified candidates are requested to forward their applications to hro@pwanifeeds.co.ke quoting clearly their current and expected salary as soon as possible