Accountant at United States International University Africa (USIU)

Job Description

Reporting to the Principal Accountant - Receivables in the Department of Finance, the successful candidate will responsible for supporting the day-to-day running of the accounts receivables function.

Key Responsibilities

• Handle queries pertaining to student fees balance and issue statements of account as and when required.
• Maintain and update student accounts Lift holds for registration and financial clearance to students Process student refunds on a monthly basis.
• Reconcile cafeteria debit notes on a monthly basis
• Reconcile club accounts and special events account.
• Reconcile Transport and Student Health insurance accounts
• Draft letters and prepare invoices for students.
• Perform other duties assigned

Minimum Educational Qualifications and Professional Experience

• An undergraduate degree in business administration (accounts), commerce or a related field from an accredited university. CPA (K) / ACCA (Finalist)
• At least 3 years of relevant experience in a similar position.

Personal Attributes & Competencies

• Must have experience working with ERPs and be proficient in Excel.
• Thorough understanding of IFRS concepts
• Confidentiality and integrity;
• Team player with excellent interpersonal skills;
• Relationship builder & effective negotiator;
• Good Communication skills;
• Self-motivated;
• Attention to detail;
• Adaptability and reliability