Our client, a residential association managing a property consisting of blocks of residential, commercial units and a school building situated on Mombasa Rd in the Syokimau/Mlolongo area are looking for a Temporary Accountant for a period of 6 months starting from December 2024. The accountant will be part of a team, reporting directly to the Estate Manager, with an indirect reporting relation to the Treasurer and Chairman of the association. As part of their broad duties, they will work closely with the estate caretaker.

1. Prepare Service Charge and Water Invoices on time

2. Attend to tenants/homeowners queries regarding their accounts on water and service charge

3. Attend to Visitors that visit the office to inquire on vacant houses and other queries.

4. Updating payment on daily basis and writing the receipts.

5. Prepare account statement for water & service charge as requested by Homeowners /tenant

6. Assisting in clearing of exiting and entry of new tenants

7. Examining account receivables and payables to ensure accuracy.

8. Preparing financial reports on monthly basis.

9. Compute taxes owed, prepare tax returns, prepare bills, generate receipts and ensure prompt payment.

10. Prepare defaulters list and do follow up on debts.

11. Payroll processing

12. Petty cash management

13. Any other assignment given by the Estate Manager.

• 2-3 years’ work experience in a busy setup.

• Highly professional in undertakings and presentation.

• Excellent computer skills, including proficiency in MS- Office, particularly Excel and MS Word.

• Proficient knowledge of one or more accounting packages

• Ability to work with different stakeholders, including customers, direct reports, supervisors & Senior Management.

• Good customer care skills

• Good office administration skills

• Good communication and presentation skills

• Good analytical skills – strong attention to detail and investigative nature.

• Well-developed interpersonal skills and experience developing staff by assessing development needs, coaching and delivering training

• Punctual, strong work ethic and ability and willingness to work a flexible schedule

• Stable to work in team settings and willingness to learn.

• Ability to multitask and work under minimal supervision, while meeting strict deadlines.

• Good planning and coordination skills.

 If you meet the above qualifications, skills and experience, please submit your application by 29th November 2024.