International Organisation Accounts Assistant Job in Kenya

Job Title: Accounts Assistant
Job Code: AA/SIC/150709

Number of Positions Open: 1
Reports To: Finance Manager

Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Summary: Our client is an International organisation that provides technologies and services in more than 100 countries around the world. They are a trusted security provider and advise several governments.

Job Objective: Our client is looking to hire an Accounts Assistant for the Organization. The ideal
candidate will support the Finance Manager in all finance and accounting matters.

Primary Responsibilities:The Accounts Assistant performs a variety of accounting- and finance-related tasks, including:
Process a wide variety of accounting documents such as invoices, employee reimbursements, cash receipts, vendor statements, and journal vouchers;
Review and code financial information;
Enter, update, and retrieve accounting data from automated financial accounting systems
Post financial data to appropriate accounts, according to instructions.
General ledger accounting;
Perform account reconciliations of all balance sheet accounts as requested by Finance manager
Prepare and process documents to disburse funds,
Make deposits and prepare reports;
Compile and review information for accuracy;
Prepare and process the monthly payroll;
Maintain records, files and retrieves records and reports;
Assist with budget and audit preparation;
Assist the Finance Manager with any other related work, as assigned; and
Act as back-up to Finance manager when she is unavailable or absent
Work is primarily performed using an automated accounting system (SAP) as well as spreadsheets.
Skills and Certification:
Bachelor of commerce degree, with a concentration in Accounting or Finance
Computer skills
SAP Knowledge(mandatory)
At least two (2) years of experience in an accounting environment.
CPA 2 would be an added advantage
Other Relevant Factors & Skills:
Ability to prioritize and work independently
Proactive
Attention to detail
Excellent organizational skills
Discrete
Honest & Trustworthy
How to Apply

Interested candidates holding the necessary requirements, good performance and / or references are encouraged to apply with detailed CV’s, inclusive of names and contacts of 3 referees, current telephone number and email address by scrolling down and clicking on: Accounts Assistant