Shared Services Accountant at AfriCert

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

• Accuracy of subsidiary financial statements
• Timeliness of financial reporting i.e., by the 5th of the succeeding month.
• 100% revenue collection before mobilization of audit teams.
• Ability to identify and mitigate financial risks
• 100% legal and statutory compliance
• 100% conversion of quotations into revenue

JOB SPECIFICATION:

• Ensure financial transactions are properly recorded and accurately entered into the accounting systems.
• Ensure supporting documentation is retained in consistent and predictable fashion i.e. both hard and soft versions.
• Ensure compliance with country specific accounting policies and procedures.
• Compile and analyze financial information to prepare entries to general ledger accounts, cost centers and reconciliation of general ledger accounts.
• Review, investigate, and correct errors and inconsistencies in financial entries, documents and reports.
• Analyze transaction processes and identify areas where additional measures can be introduced to enhance accuracy and efficiency
• Ensure compliance with generally accepted accounting principles and procedures.
• Support the external audit processes and ensure the same is no more than two months after the close of the financial year.
• Work closely with the finance Manager to finetune financial board reports.
• Check on timely settlement of payments as per raised and approved requisitions.
• Supervise preparation of client quotes and invoices for the subsidiary offices.
• Manage the asset register, liabilities and stock control register.
• Support in preparation of the subsidiary budget estimates and forecasts.
• Supervise the day-to-day work performance by the subsidiary accountants.
• Perform other related duties.

DO YOU POSSESS THE FOLLOWING:

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related field from a reputable academic institution.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA-K) qualification.
• A minimum of 5 years working experience in a similar position in a busy office environment in a multinational set-up.
• Able to analyze data in line with corporate strategic objectives.
• Excellent organization and presentation skills.
• Proficient in the use of accounting software such as QuickBooks and Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively.
• A team player with good interpersonal skills.
• Strong integrity and ability to maintain confidentiality

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• Commitment to AfriCert core values
• Purpose- driven and self-disciplined
• Well groomed
• Proactive and confident
• Good communication skills both written and oral