Finance Officer at Gap Recruitment Services Limited

Gap Recruitment Services Limited is a leading recruitment firm in Kenya where International and local companies find just the right fit talent.

Key Roles & Responsibility.

• Preparing vouchers for payments and checking that all documents are in order


• Bookkeeping and general ledger work in accordance with Swedish Ministry for Foreign Affairs practices and procedures for financial management


• Payments to suppliers including bank transfers and petty cash management


• Prepare monthly accounts and reconciliations


• Payroll and statutory payments for local staff


• Prepare payments of travel claims for local and expatriate staff


• Other administrative tasks and reporting when necessary


• Assure the above being handled efficiently and in a timely manner in accordance with Swedish Ministry for Foreign Affairs practices and procedures for financial management


• Liaise closely with all members of staff, including expatriate staff, this requires good interpersonal skills

Requirements

Skills, Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelors in accounting or other similar education, working towards full ACCA /CIMAG examinations or CPA


• A minimum of 5 years experience, working with bookkeeping, payments and payroll as the main tasks


• Currently/recently working in a role as bookkeeper/ finance officer, or in a similar role in the private sector, NGO or in an international organisation


• Knowledge of payroll and statutory payments


• Taking initiative, being driven and organised are essential qualities to succeed in the role


• Proficiency in basic MS Office programs: Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel

Other essential qualifications

• Excellent command of English, both written and oral skills


• Problem solver, excellent administrative and organisational skills


• Being an effective team player and good communicator


• Being discreet, reliable and have a high level of integrity


• Strong work ethic, showing punctuality and working according to sharp deadlines


• Passionate and committed learner, ability to learn, adapt to new guidelines, reach and report on agreed results

Added advantages:

• Knowledge of tax legislation and other statuary payments in Kenya

What to expect as an employee;

• Medical Insurance + Pension benefits (subject to 5 years employment)


• 28 days of annual leave


• Gym allowance


• Competitive remuneration

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