Accountant at Modern Coast Express

Job Description

Generic Skills:

• The suitable candidate should be of unquestionable integrity and mature
• They should also be dynamic and a team player
• Ability to work to tight deadlines
• Have high good attention to detail

Responsibilities

• Preparation of management accounts and related reports.
• Managing the day to day operations of the Finance Department to ensure entries are captured accurately and timely into the accounting software.
• Manage and motivate Finance Department staff to ensure the department meets its obligations and goals.
• Preparing weekly reports to the directors.
• Management of bank accounts and cash accounts
• Ensure all statutory obligations are met properly and on time.
• Ensure prudent management of taxation and fully compliance with the tax act.
• Ensure continuous automation of accounting procedures and full utilization of the accounting software.
• Preparation of budgets and performing detailed well explained variance analysis. 
• Cash flow management and projections. Act as the liaison person with the banks. 
• Ensure accounting vouchers, documents and reports are filed and kept in an orderly manner.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the directors.
• Administering VAT and processing returns
• Administering the company’s payroll and associated statutory requirements (PAYE, NSSF, NHIF, leave)

Qualifications

• Diploma in Business Management/Accountant or related fields
• A CPA(K) holder
• At least 2 years’ experience in accounting
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office, knowledge and experience in using Accounting Software packages such as QuickBooks