Accounting Assistant at ABC EXPAT

DESCRIPTION

ABC EXPAT is a company that assists corporate clients and expatriates with operations in East Africa. We offer business services, immigration services and relocation services. We are recruiting a Finance Officer on behalf our client in an Agricultural industry based in Nairobi.

JOB PURPOSE

This position plays a key role in the organizational strength of the company. Your scope of work will be to Assist the Finance & Administration Manager.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Ability to work under pressure with minimal supervision
• Ability to handle confidential information
• Strong ability to multitask with excellent time management skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Problem solving
• Customer service skills
• Bookkeeping
• Flexibility
• Attention to detail
• Responsibilities
• Assisting with research, filing & data entry
• Assist with tax audits and tax returns
• Assisting with Audit work
• Recording and maintaining accurate and complete financial records
• Working with quick books
• Spot errors and suggest ways to improve internal checking systems
• Participate in financial standards setting and in forecast process
• Ensure compliance with KRA and Kenyan regulations
• Prepare invoices and collect debt from clients
• Awareness of accounting and financial regulations in Kenya

Profile

• Must have a bachelor’s degree in Accounting & Finance
• Knowledge of accounting procedures, WHT returns, VAT returns, P9, ETR, Receipts and Payroll management of PIN, NHIF, NSSF
• Familiarity with financial accounting statements
• Create and maintain records for the company’s annual budget
• Hands-on experience with accounting software package, like QUICKBOOKS
• Advanced MS Excel skills
• Accuracy and strong attention to detail
• Aptitude for numbers and quantitative skills
• Relevant certification (CPA) is an added advantage