Career Opportunities at Co-operative Bank of Kenya

Sacco Accountant Job Responsibilities

• Preparation of Society final accounts, Trial Balance, Balance sheets etc;
• Preparation and presentation of annual revenue and capital budgets;
• Preparation of Economic reports;
• Analyzing market and competitors trends;
• Developing financial management mechanisms;
• Conducting reviews/evaluations for cost reductions on various vote heads;
• Managing Sacco’s financial accounting and monitoring systems;
• To liaise with internal /External Auditors on audit Controls and act on management letters;
• Producing accurate financial reports;
• Give a cost benefit analysis on external borrowing for Board of Directors approval;
• Management of staff payrolls;

Qualifications for the Sacco Accountant Job

• Are holders of a Business related degree or its equivalent from a recognised university and CPA (K) or ACCA
  or Bachelor’s Degree and CPA (K) or its equivalent
• or CPA (K) and have satisfactorily served as an Accountant in the Society
• or a comparable position with similar responsibilities in a Sacco or in like organizations for a minimum period of 3 years.
• Diploma in Co-operative Management will be an added advantage.
• Have demonstrated high financial management capability and Investment.
• Have good knowledge of Information Technology.
• 5 years relevant experience

Attributes / Skills

• High financial management capability.
• Judgment and decision-making ability
• Strong analytical, financial reporting, and presentation skills with the ability to present complex issues clearly and concisely
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• High leadership and administrative capacity
• Ability to plan and execute tasks with minimal supervision
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good IT skills and Proficient in Microsoft office suite