Principal Accountant (Credit Controller) at Kenya School of Government

KSG 6

Responsibilities

• Set up the terms and conditions of the receivable and payable balances
• Deal with queries about payments, ensuring customers pay on time and negotiating re-payment plans
• Set up credit control system
• Ensure that debts are paid in a timely manner
• Maintain accurate records of all customers
• Identify changes in payment patterns and propose action to avert indebtedness
• Ensure that all transactions are compliant with KSG policies
• Handle disputed bills and negotiate to bring payment within the agreed terms
• Provide ad-hoc reporting as and when requested by management
• Undertake account reconciliations as required

Requirements

• Satisfactory performance at Senior Accountant grade or its equivalent for at least three (3) years
• Master’s Degree in Business Administration (Accounting); Business Administration(Finance); Science in Finance; Science in Accounting or equivalent from a recognized institution will be an added advantage
• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration (Accounting); Business Administration(Finance); Science in Finance; Science in Accounting or equivalent from a recognized institution
• Part II of the Certified Public Accountants (CPA); Part II of the Association of Certified Chartered Accountants (ACCA); or equivalent from a recognized institution
• Competency with ERP System
• Evidence of management course attended at a recognized institution lasting at least four (4) weeks
• Valid certificate of good conduct
• Proficiency in computer skills
• Good interpersonal skills