Purpose of the Job
- The position is responsible for performing
comprehensive financial accounting tasks related to the efficient and
effective processing and maintenance of accounts payable and receivable
transactions, while providing critical support across all areas of financial
management including taxation, budgeting, asset management, audits, risk
management, and treasury operations.
Main
Duties and Responsibilities
The duties and responsibilities are:
Operational Roles and Responsibilities
- Review and verify invoices and supporting
documents for accuracy and completeness.
- Prepare payment vouchers and post transactions
to journals, ledgers and other accounting systems.
- Maintain up-to-date creditor records and
generate supplier aging reports.
- Ensure timely processing of payments to vendors,
staff, and statutory bodies.
- File statutory returns including VAT, PAYE,
NHIF, NSSF, and other relevant taxes in compliance with laws and
regulations.
- Assist in payroll processing and related
reconciliations to ensure timely and accurate disbursement.
- Support monthly and year-end financial closing
processes, including accruals and reconciliations.
- Prepare and update expenditure reports, cash
flow forecasts, and daily treasury reports for management decision-making.
- Update members’ accounts to reflect accurate
monthly check-off deductions and liaise with employers on remittances.
- Assist in tracking and reconciling receivables
and follow up with stakeholders on outstanding balances.
- Maintain an accurate and organized filing system
for audit readiness and compliance.
- Provide support during internal and external
audits by preparing schedules and availing required documentation.
- Participate in budget implementation monitoring
by tracking departmental expenditures against budget lines.
- Support the maintenance of the fixed asset
register, including tagging, verification, and updating asset movement.
- Assist in identifying financial risks and
contribute to the implementation of internal control measures.
- Respond to vendor, member, and staff queries
relating to financial transactions and documentation.
Key Result Areas:
- The job holder’s accountability areas are
outlined as follows;
- Timely and accurate preparation of payment and
journal vouchers.
- Efficient tracking and reporting of
expenditures, receivables, and payables.
- Accurate submission of statutory returns and
compliance reports.
- Quality support in the preparation of financial
and management reports.
- Timely update and reconciliation of member and
employer accounts.
- Support in successful and timely audit
processes.
- Maintenance of an accurate fixed asset register.
- Contribution to risk mitigation through
adherence to internal controls.
Knowledge
and Skills Required:
The job holder must possess;
- Continuous learning mindset and adaptability to
change
A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Commerce, or a related field from a recognized university. - CPA, ACCA or ACA qualifications.
- Three (3 ) years experience in a similar role
- Sound credit management skills
- Proficiency in accounting management systems
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
- Sound credit and risk management skills
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work under pressure and meet
deadlines
- Strong organizational and time management
abilities
- Team collaboration and relationship building
skills
- Ethical conduct and integrity in handling
financial information
How to
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