Audit Assistants Jobs in Nairobi

Audit Assistants Jobs in Nairobi
March 12, 2015 Job Description
A long established audit and assurance practice in Nairobi which has experienced significant growth over the last few years is now seeking to enhance its staff levels.
We are now seeking to fill the following positions:Audit Assistants
Position Summary: Responsible for ensuring that all of the company’s financial policies and procedures are effective, accurate and in accordance with industry practices and audit standards.Main Responsibilities
Execute audit assistant functions to check the accuracy of accounting systems and procedures.
Review, assess and recommend changes in accounting systems and controls of a business unit.
Verify and inspect accounts receivable and payable ledgers and general ledger for its accuracy.
Check, inspect and reconcile bank deposits and payments.
Inspect, test and assess software and hardware systems for its failure.
Check all accounting and clients’ databases are updated and functioning properly.
Study, inspect and assess, budgets, balance sheets and other related financial statements and records.
Review and recommend changes in internal audit controls.
Check and verify accounting books and records are in conformity with industry practices and corporate policies.
Ensure compliance of regulatory guidelines and generally accepted auditing standards.
Identify and evaluate procedures and policies in tax reporting processes
Prepare audit paperwork in accordance with standards and requirements
Establish working relationships with company’s staff, business partners and clients
Qualifications and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance will be an added advantage
Have worked at least last 3 years preceding application with an audit firm
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work under pressure
Should be computer literate, self-driven and work with minimum supervision
Required Skills
Good oral and written communication skills
Interpersonal skills and professional appearance
Rational and logical thinking
Organized and strategic planner
Team worker
Attention to detail
Results oriented
Knowledge about accounting principles, practices and methods
Ability to analyze and interpret data
Computer skills
Multi-tasking ability
Proactive attitude
Business awareness
Stress management
Ability to work with deadlines and without close supervision
Quick learner and adaptability
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates to send their applications accompanied by an up-to-date CV disclosing the current gross and expected salary to getajob015@gmail.com with email subject as (Audit Assistants – RSS236961)
Please note that we do not charge fees for receiving or processing job applications.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.