Junior Accountant at Flexi-Personnel

JOB PURPOSE

The selected candidate will establish and maintain internal accounting controls as well as ensure the preparation & submission of all financial process reports.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Post and process journal entries to ensure all business transactions are recorded accurately according to company policies and regulations.
• Update accounts receivable, payable and perform reconciliations.
• Ensuring compliance with KRA, and local legal requirements by studying existing and new legislation
• Assist in the preparation and processing of financial statements e.g balance sheets & income statements in accordance with legal and company accounting and financial guidelines.
• Assist in budget preparation and expense management activities for assigned accounts and other departments.
• Assist in auditing activities by providing necessary information and preparing requested documentations.
• Review and recommend changes to existing accounting procedures.
• Ensures the credibility of the accounts of the company in accordance with the standards determined by management.
• Prepares statements and reports of estimated future costs and revenues.
• Ensure tax returns are filed on a timely basis.
• Assist with reviewing of expenses, payroll records etc. as assigned.
• Assist in updating financial data in databases to ensure that information will be accurate and available when needed.
• Prepare and submit weekly/monthly/annually reports.
• Maintain customer confidence and protect operations by keeping financial information confidential.
• Assist with other accounting projects.
• Or any other task assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE

• 2-3 years’ experience as a junior accountant
• Excellent Knowledge in accounting software e.g QuickBooks
• Certified Accountant CPA (K) qualification
• Exceptional computer skills, including Microsoft Office and databases.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Awareness of the commercial trends and developments within the industry
• Corporate and personal tax experience

SKILLS

• Must have superb interpersonal and organizational skills with proven ability to work independently and in a team setting.
• Excellent organizing abilities
• Great attention to detail
• Good with figures and an analytical acumen
• Good understanding of accounting and financial reporting principles and practices
• Must have exceptional written and oral communication skills with the enthusiasm and drive to significantly contribute to a mission-based organizatio