Accountant
Our client, a medium sized Sacco in
Nairobi with a membership of 1,400, seeks to recruit a suitably qualified
person to fill the position of a SACCO Accountant.
Responsibilities
·
Preparation of Society final
accounts, Trial Balance, Balance sheets etc;
·
Preparation and presentation of
annual revenue and capital budgets;
·
Preparation of Economic reports;
·
Analysing market and competitors
trends;
·
Developing financial management
mechanisms;
·
Conducting reviews/evaluations for
cost reductions on various vote heads;
·
Managing Sacco’s financial accounting
and monitoring systems;
·
To liaise with internal /External
Auditors on audit Controls and act on management letters;
·
Producing accurate financial reports;
·
Give a cost benefit analysis on
external borrowing for Board of Directors approval;
·
Management of staff payrolls;
·
Keeping abreast of changes in
financial regulations and legislation;
·
Ensuring the Society assets and liabilities
are recorded correctly and safeguarded;
·
Ensuring the necessary cash reserve
is maintained as required by law;
·
Keeping and managing debtors and
creditors records;
·
Implementation and review of the
Society’s financial accounting policies and procedures;
·
Giving guidance in all financial and
accounting matters;
·
Ensuring adequate budgetary controls
are in place;
·
Advising and overseeing prudent
financial management and investment;
·
Submitting implementation work plans
and ensure proper reporting systems are in place;
·
Approving payments made by the
Society;
·
Ensuring that accounts and
reconciliation are done on a monthly basis and adherence to specific deadlines;
and
·
Any other lawful duties that may be
assigned from time to time.
Qualifications
·
Are holders of a Business related
degree or its equivalent from a recognised university and CPA (K) or ACCA
·
Bachelor’s Degree and CPA (K) or its
equivalent or CPA (K) and have satisfactorily served as an Accountant in the
Society or a comparable position with similar responsibilities in a Sacco or in
like organizations for a minimum period of 3 years.
·
Diploma in Co-operative Management
will be an added advantage.
·
Have demonstrated high financial
management capability and Investment.
·
Have good knowledge of Information
Technology.
·
High financial management capability.
·
Judgment and decision-making ability
·
Strong analytical, financial
reporting, and presentation skills with the ability to present complex issues
clearly and concisely
·
Accuracy and attention to detail
·
High leadership and administrative
capacity
·
Ability to plan and execute tasks
with minimal supervision
·
Excellent communication and
interpersonal skills.
·
Good IT skills and Proficient in
Microsoft office suite
How to Apply
Download the online form attached
(openable with adobe reader). Once you complete, click on the SUBMIT button
below, follow the simple instructions and send. Must indicate the Job Reference
Number on the application form. The form must be submitted by end of 29th
September 2017
Sacco Accountant
Ref No. KCS2/CCIA/2017
Our client, a medium sized Sacco in
Nairobi with a membership of 1,400, seeks to recruit a suitably qualified
person to fill the position of a SACCO Accountant.
Responsible To: Chief Executive
Officer
Responsibilities
·
Preparation of Society final
accounts, Trial Balance, Balance sheets etc;
·
Preparation and presentation of
annual revenue and capital budgets;
·
Preparation of Economic reports;
·
Analyzing market and competitors
trends;
·
Developing financial management
mechanisms;
·
Conducting reviews/evaluations for
cost reductions on various vote heads;
·
Managing Sacco’s financial accounting
and monitoring systems;
·
To liaise with internal /External
Auditors on audit Controls and act on management letters;
·
Producing accurate financial reports;
·
Give a cost benefit analysis on
external borrowing for Board of Directors approval;
·
Management of staff payrolls;
·
Keeping abreast of changes in
financial regulations and legislation;
·
Ensuring the Society assets and
liabilities are recorded correctly and safeguarded;
·
Ensuring the necessary cash
reserve is maintained as required by law;
·
Keeping and managing debtors and
creditors records;
·
Implementation and review of the
Society’s financial accounting policies and procedures;
·
Giving guidance in all financial and
accounting matters;
·
Ensuring adequate budgetary controls
are in place;
·
Advising and overseeing prudent
financial management and investment;
·
Submitting implementation work plans
and ensure proper reporting systems are in place;
·
Approving payments made by the
Society;
·
Ensuring that accounts and
reconciliation are done on a monthly basis and adherence to specific deadlines;
and
·
Any other lawful duties that may be
assigned from time to time.
Qualifications
·
Are holders of a Business related
degree or its equivalent from a recognised university and CPA (K) or ACCA
or Bachelor’s Degree and CPA (K) or its equivalent
or Bachelor’s Degree and CPA (K) or its equivalent
·
or CPA (K) and have satisfactorily
served as an Accountant in the Society
·
or a comparable position with similar
responsibilities in a Sacco or in like organizations for a minimum period of 3
years.
·
Diploma in Co-operative Management
will be an added advantage.
·
Have demonstrated high financial
management capability and Investment.
·
Have good knowledge of Information
Technology.
Attributes / Skills
·
High financial management capability.
·
Judgment and decision-making ability
·
Strong analytical, financial
reporting, and presentation skills with the ability to present complex issues
clearly and concisely
·
Accuracy and attention to detail
·
High leadership and administrative
capacity
·
Ability to plan and execute tasks
with minimal supervision
·
Excellent communication and
interpersonal skills.
·
Good IT skills and Proficient in
Microsoft office suite
How to Apply
