ACCOUNTS ASSISTANT – ONE POSITION
The position holder will
support provision of accounting support to the Finance and Accounts Department
in the preparation of the various finance reports, accounts and reconciliation
in compliance with Finance Policies and Regulations and the achievements of
objectives of the Finance and Accounts Department.
Key responsibilities:
- Ensure
safe custody of company cheque books and legal documents.
- Prepare
stakeholders requisitions, payment vouchers and forward them for approval
to prompt timely pay outs on good and services consumed by the Society.
- Maintain
an updated creditors’ schedule and supplier database to stay ahead of
outstanding debts payable to the Society vendors
- Verify
the suppliers’ payment documentation for completeness, accuracy and
authorization to ascertain payouts at are made to authentic parties and
for authentic supply.
- Carry
out bank agent duties inclusive of cash withdrawals, request for bank
statements and other such assignments to support the Society’s transactions
- Update
cash books on a daily basis ensuring positive bank balance is maintained
at all times.
- Process
payment vouchers and receipts in ERP system and ensure accuracy of cash transactions
data in the system.
- Prepare
monthly reconciliation of GL cash accounts to Cash Books
- Handle
operational/office petty cash and reimbursements.
- Ensure
statutory filing and payments before the due dates
- File
Accounting documents to keep accurate records as necessitated by the
Accounting practices and Standards
- Post
tax returns in iTax system to meet the current Kenya Revenue Authority tax
guideline and ensure payments are effected within the statutory period.
Required skills and
experience
- Bachelor’s
Degree in Business or Finance related field.
- At
least CPA Part I qualification.
- Computer
literacy.
- At
least three years working experience as Accounts Assistant in a reputable
organization.
How to Apply
Only Shortlisted
candidates will be contacted and will be required to present original
certificates and testimonials during the interview.
To apply for the
positions, kindly send your detailed C.V with three (3) referees and
application to recruitment@lsk.or.ke to reach the office
on or before Friday, 13th January, 2023. All
applications must be clearly addressed to:
The Secretary/CEO
Law Society of Kenya
Lavington, Opp. Valley Arcade, Gitanga Road
P.O. BOX 72219 – 00200
NAIROBI.
