Account officer job in Kenya

Main purpose of the job

Under supervisory direction of the CEO, the accounts officer will undertake the following functions :

    * Balance and reconcile cash receipts and related statements
    * Compiles and reviews invoices and other documents for KTA accounts payable and receivable activities
   

* Disburses monies received to appropriate parties
    * Performs computer input of related data
    * Generates and distributes financial reports
    * Enters and tracks purchase orders
    * Supports various financial activities within the department or KTA-wide.

All activities will be performed in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.

1.       MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES – ACCOUNTS OFFICER

Key Tasks
   
Performs cash control functions  
Banking
Reports
Financial Queries
Payroll
Accounting System
Documentation
Leadership and Training
Performance Evaluation

ADDITIONAL IMPORTANT ACTIVITIES
·         Manage Grants.
·         Performs office back-up activities as requested.
·         Provides technical accounting training and assistance to others
·         Maintains an up to date list of KTA members

WORK EXPERIENCE
2 years progressive experience in an accounting or related position.

EDUCATION
    * BA/BCOM degree in accounting, finance or related field preferred.
    * KATC/CPA Part II or university coursework and appropriate work experience considered.

COMPUTER SKILLS
    * Advanced skills in Microsoft Office applications and other financial software programs.
    * Knowledge of e-mail/scheduling software applications.  
    * Knowledge of Quickbooks accounting software a plus.

Interested candidates who are Passionate & Optimistic, Challenging & Inspiring, Credible & Accountable, Persevering & Delivering Results should send covering letter and CV with references to:

The Executive Officer,
Kenya Transport Association,

at info@kta.co.ke
Deadline for applications is by 24th December 2010.
N.B. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interviews.