Job Description
We are looking for a skilled finance assistant who will be responsible for full cycle bookkeeping duties, preparation of bank, reconciliations, payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable and filing of statutory returns for our clients. The book keeper will be organized, efficient and skilled at maintaining financial records for our clients and work closely with our accounting team to create and analyses financial reports as well balancing of clients’ accounts. The position involves using relevant accountancy software. The bookkeeper will report directly to Business Advisory Services Officer.
Roles and Responsibilities
Record the day to day financial transactions and complete the posting process
Verify that transactions are recorded in the correct ledgers
Maintain records and create reports and financial statements
Undertake bank reconciliations
Review all transactions and reconcile the accounts payable and accounts receivable to the General ledger on a monthly basis.
Check compliance with company policies in all the financial transactions.
Timely, accurate and efficient payroll management.
Timely filing and payment of monthly statutory returns (.e.g. PAYE, VAT, NHIF, NSSF)
Asset management
Working together with the accountants to generate financial report
Support in transforming the informal clients into formal, growth oriented entities
Developing and sustaining solid relationships with company stakeholders, partners and customers
Providing support to audit for clients by preparing the audit file, communication with the external auditors and drafting replies to any queries raised by the auditors.
Any other duties to be assigned by the management.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required
Proven bookkeeping experience
Solid understanding of basic bookkeeping and accounting payable/receivable principles
Proven ability to calculate, post and manage accounting figures and financial records
Data entry skills along with a knack for numbers
Hands-on experience with spreadsheets and accounting software
Proficiency in English and in MS Office
Good customer service and negotiation skills
High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
Professionalism and organization skills
Qualifications
A Bachelors of Commerce degree, finance, accounting, Business Administration or its equivalent from a recognized University;
CPA Part 1 or its equivalent.
Are you interested? Then apply by sending a cover letter and updated CV by CoB 22nd April 2022 to info@spardafrica.com
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info@spardafrica.com
