The Accountant supports the Head of the center and the Operations Manager and coordinates the FC tasks at RRC. The purpose of the position is to enable transparency, accountability as well as the efficient and proper use of fund in the center. This position will provide services to RRC guest as well as consulting and monitoring the usage of funds in the Center.
Key Result Performance Areas And Responsibilities
Cost Accounting
Ensure competitive charge rates for services offered are computed which support a self-sustainability strategy
Ensure dispensing of consumables is strictly followed in all the departments to keep to set costs per unit
Ensure procurement is done in line with established cost controls
Advise management on various strategies to keep costs at manageable levels
Provide cost forecasts for various events
Financial Accounting
Facilitate operational business continuity by ensuring all day to day operations are addressed with the shorted turnaround time
Provide technical support to the Head of Resource Centre in all matters relating to Finances
Prepare financial forecasts and budgets for the Organisation
Review existing internal controls and financial processes and provide alternatives where gaps are identified in line with existing operational guidelines, GSC policies as well as international accounting standards
Ensure compliance with internal control framework (Manuals, guidelines) and local rules and procedures.
Monitoring all procurement activities related to purchases of goods, transport, contracted works and services for RRC Karen In a bid to ensure compliance and identify gaps that exist in the procurement and propose solutions
Process payments promptly for all suppliers/service providers
Keep records for all vendors and creditors and ensure the same is captured correctly in the provided accounting software
Receive cash from guests and ensure the same is receipted and banked as per set guidelines
Prepare invoices for guests personal expenses
Prepare consolidated invoices for corporate customers
Support in improvement of the existing invoicing system as well as debt collection strategy.
Ensure proper filing of accounting documents is implemented
Ensure timely completeness of data and submission of reports
Ensure the Training center has a sound liquidity plan
Ensure collection of taxes from clients and timely payment to statutory bodies.
Perform other related tasks as required.
Treasury & Risk Management
Ensure that the Centre bank accounts are funded at all times
Ensure project funds are segregated and tracked appropriately
Identify secure and cost effective ways of collecting payments from customers and minimize cash collection
Support in risk assessments and implementation of mitigation measures
Execute forex transactions for the office
Act as an agent for the center bank accounts
Administrative tasks
Review existing stock control system and improve the same
Keep secured all accounting documents
Must have Criteria
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or an equivalent with a combination of Professional qualification
2-5 years of accounting/finance experience preferably in cost accounting.
Demonstrate intermediate to advanced skills and knowledge of Excel, as well as other Microsoft Office applications
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Experience with Navision accounting software
Excellent interpersonal skills to communicate effectively across the organization
Thorough knowledge of general ledger accounting and account reconciliation
Highly detail-oriented
Excellent command of written and spoken English. French is a plus.
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