Accounts Assistant Job in Kenya

Job Vacancy: Accounts Assistant

Job Scope: Accounts payables, Reconciliations and stores management.

Responsibilities:

·         Review all invoices for appropriate documentation and approval prior to payment

·         Prioritize invoices according to cash discount potential and payment terms

·         Tax/levies, statutory deductions calculations, filing and payment, and regulators compliance checks

·         Assisting in Payroll processing

·         Petty cash payments and reconciliations

·         Process cheque requests

·         Audit and process bills and all company obligations and maintain accurate ledgers

·         Respond to all creditors/suppliers inquiries

·         Reconcile creditors/suppliers statements, research and correct discrepancies

·         Preparation of timely payments reports and advising accordingly

·         Assist in month end closing and the budgetary process

·         Maintain files and documentation thoroughly and accurately, in accordance with company policy and accepted accounting practices

·         Inventory/stores management

·         Assist with other tasks as needed

Qualifications:

·         Bachelor’s Degree in Business related subject (Added advantage)

·         CPA Part 2 and above

·         2+ years of Accounts Payable experience

·         Practical Knowledge of VAT, Corporate and Income taxes accounting

·         Knowledge of an accounting software e.g. QuickBooks

Competencies:

·         Attention to detail: Should pay attention to every penny going out, and make sure everything is in order.

·         Computer Skills: Much of the job will be done on computers, inputting spreadsheets, tax documents and reports. Good computer skills will be necessary.

·         Math Skills: Comfortable with basic math skills.

·         Analytical Skills: Ability to look at complex numbers and find disparities and cost-saving areas.

·         Communication Skills: Good listening and communication skills when working with clients, listening to issues, and dealing with the government at tax time.

·         Organizational Skills: Should always know where every document and client status is.

Applications to be send to humanresources@rinasystemsltd.com