Finance Assistant Job in Kenya

Our client, an international
organization, is looking to hire a Finance
Assistant who will support the maintenance of the organization’s
accounting records using the accounting software package provided.

The
incumbent will be working closely with the Senior Management Accountants, the
Finance team, and all relevant roles across the Africa and Asia Area to enable
the accurate financial reporting for the countries.

Key
Responsibilities

·  Review
all financial data for correct authorisation, accuracy and completeness.

·  Collate,
check, process and input monthly accounting transactions (including bank
receipts and payments; supplier invoices; staff expense claims; credit card
returns) onto the accounting system.

·  Responsible
for the collation of the monthly accounts in accordance with current accounting
practices and within agreed delegated regional budget and financial delegated
authority per transaction.

·  Assist
in the preparation of management accounts by making appropriate adjustments
such as accruals and prepayments.

·  Bank
and petty cash and advances input and reconciliation (bi-monthly and ad hoc)

·  Prepare
non-cash expenditure for payment via the bank accounts, including the use of
internet banking where available. Ensure that regular payments are made as
instructed and authorised.

·  Purchase
ledger reconciliation and housekeeping. Process Purchase Management System
transactions as required.

·  Undertake
supplier statements, reconciliations and prepare payment runs, ensuring
suppliers are paid within stated terms.

·  Support
the Senior Management Accountants in the external audit process.

·  Liaise
with banks, tax offices, government and local authorities and other
stakeholders on matters pertaining to operations as appropriate (including
importing goods and arranging for visas for travellers from other countries).

·  Manage
the records created by the above duties, for both paper based and electronic
files. Adhere to the security and data protection policies.

·  Manage
monthly payroll changes including supporting documentation. Follow-up monthly
payroll calculations.

·  Maintain
a staff database recording monthly wages, increments, bonuses, allowances etc.

·  Review
and approve the Payroll Tax endorsement.

·  Follow-up
employee’s database in terms of vacation, permissions and all monthly benefits
and deduction for Employees.

·  Follow-up
Employee’s social insurance calculations and ensure payment of salaries, social
insurance, and tax contributions.

Required
Academic Qualifications, Experience and Competencies

·  2+
years’ experience within a finance environment including practical experience
at an operational level.

·  Bachelor’s
degree in Finance or Accounting. CPA or ACCA is an added advantage.

·  Familiar
with one or more accounting packages /ERP.

·  Excellent
knowledge of Microsoft Office applications specifically Excel, Word and
Outlook.

·  Experience
working with various currencies.

·  Experience
in payroll management.

·  Possesses
a valid passport and driving licence.

How to
Apply

Qualified
and interested applicants who meet the specifications are requested to send
their CVs to recruitment@amsol.africa by 15th April 2023.

Indicate
the position applied for and if you possess a valid passport and driving
license.

Applications
will be reviewed on a rolling basis and only shortlisted candidates will be
contacted.