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Accounting Officer

PKF Consulting Limited Mombasa

Summary

The position ensures the accounts and reporting function is compliant with financial policies, procedures and control Systems in order to support sound decision-making based on accurate financial Information.

Description

  1. Prepare monthly statements by collecting data, analysing and investigating variances, summarizing data, information, and trends;
  2. Facilitate the financial reporting by preparing quarterly and annual statements;
  3. Account for all the accounts payables (AP) for the scheme to enhance the efficient running of processes;
  4. Account for all the accounts receivables that the scheme expects to collect in a specific duration and follow up with the specific stakeholders;
  5. Comply with tax filing requirements by studying regulations;
  6. Ensure maintenance of accurate fixed assets register;
  7. Ensure proper and accurate processing of payments as per approved policies and procedures for the Scheme;
  8. Ensure safe custody of cash (including petty cash management), financial records and other accountable documents;
  9. Ensure effective control and approval petty cash transactions;
  10. Co-ordinate the Scheme’s audits and participating in responding to audit queries;
  11. Ensure completion and submission of statutory returns as per the law;
  12. Maintain internal financial controls and ensuring effective accounting system for the sections operation efficiency;
  13. Maintain efficient   methods   for   accounting   and   financial   record-keeping   and management of implementation;
  14. Identify methods for cost-reduction and efficiency improvements;
  15. Disclose or report financial activities to government authorities as necessary;
  16. Ensure all bank reconciliations are prepared on monthly basis;
  17. Ensure timely collection of Debts as per approved procedures for the Scheme;
  18. Approve expenditures as per policies and procedures;
  19. Ensure Preparation of cash flow statement as required;
  20. Approve journal adjustment as required;
  21. Ensure safe custody of accountable documents and information; and
  22. Facilitate the management of overseas pensioners, exiles and keep the pension calculation up to date.

Education
Bachelor Of Business Administration Bachelor Of Arts Professional Certified Public Accountant Association Of Chartered Certified Accountants (acca) Certified Investment And Financial Analysts (cifa) Kenya Institute Of Supplies Management (kism)

Bachelor of Art’s Degree in Economics, Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce (Accounting or Business Administration with Finance Option) or any other Business-related Degree from a recognized university.

Must be a Certified Public Accountant (CPAK), ACCA, CIFA, CFA or a KISM Diploma and a member of ICPAK, ICIFA or KISM.

More Details on Experience

Must have at least six (6) years of experience in a comparable position from a reputable organization

More Details on Skills

  • Must be proficient in accounting management systems
  • Must have impeccable planning and budgeting skills.
  • Must have a good understanding of all Finance and Procurement related legislation
  • Must have leadership and supervisory skills.
  • Must have good communication skills.
  • Must possess sound interpersonal and team building skills.
  • Must be able to work under pressure.
  • Must have proven problem solving skills and knowledge on conflict management.
  • Must have excellent negotiation skills

Terms And Conditions

All candidates must ensure that their CVs contain working telephone numbers and email addresses, your current/previous and expected salary, and a list of at least three (3) referees with their current contacts; and attach certificates proving compliance with Chapter 6 of the Constitution of Kenya.