Accountant Job Optiven

  • Published date: May 29, 2020
  • Category: Accounting, Auditing & Finance
    • Location: Nairobi, Nairobi
  • Jop type:
  • Salary: Ksh Not mentioned
  • Company name: Jobs in Kenya

Job Description

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Job Title: Accountant


Reporting to: Finance Manager 


Job Responsibilities.



  • Participating in daily transactions (e.g. accounts payable/receivable, general ledger and bank reconciliations).

  • Participating in tax audits and payroll for the SBU, s given.

  • Preparing budget reports.

  • Ensuring petty Cash Reconciliations and Supplier Statements Reconciliations.

  • To Participate in Stock take of items on a Weekly and Monthly basis and give a report.

  • To Cross check on Invoices and ensure what has been ordered is exactly what is needed and what gets delivered is accurate.

  • To manage all the assets and maintain an Asset Register that is managed and updated monthly and as per new assets. Assets Management to include asset Audit and reporting.

  • To Review Vouchers including Petty Cash Vouchers before payments are made.

  • Participate in regular tax audits and General Audits for the SBU’s.

  • Prepare budgeting reports and forecast revenues 

  • Manage month-end and year-end closing.

  • Monitor the performance of the accounting units for the SBU.

  • Organize financial data into useable information and maintain updated records  

  • Establish accounting policies and procedures, aligned with company’s targets 

  • Ensure Compliance with the law.

  • Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls.

  • Communicate with Finance Manager on any arising issues.


Requirements:-



  • A degree or Diploma Holder Bcomm Finance or Business Administration.

  • Proven work experience as an Accounting Officer.

  • Experience with accounting software (e.g. Quick Books )

  • Strong computer skills, MS Excel in particular (managing spreadsheets)

  • Solid knowledge of bookkeeping and accounting principles, laws and regulations 

  • Excellent analytical skills to manage large amounts of data 

  • Attention to detail and accuracy

  • Team management skills 

  • Ability to prioritize work 

  • BS degree in Accounting or Finance 

  • Accounting certification (e.g. CPA 1 to 3)


How To Apply


Kindly Apply to recruitment@optiven.co.ke Please send the application by End of the week 29th May 2020.

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