MicroSave
is a market leader in providing consulting services to retail financial
institutions globally.
Our clients include leading commercial banks, deposit taking microfinance institutions, SACCOs, microfinance institutions and multilateral and bi-lateral donors.
With
increasing demand for our services, MicroSave intends to recruit an Accountant to join its team in Kenya.
- Keeping
an updated Financial Accounting System
- Managing
cash and funds for the organisation by assisting directors with the
required information
- Preparing
and submitting timely reports to the stakeholder internally and externally
- Verifying
and strengthening internal control system
- Ensuring
timely Audits- Internal and External
- Invoicing
and credit control
- Project
based accounting and record keeping
- Other
accounting duties as shall be required from time to time
Location: The role holder will be
based in Nairobi, Kenya.
Experience: Interested persons should have 4-6 years accounting experience with at least 2 years in a similar role preferably in the service industry.
Qualities & Skills: This position requires qualification in accounting and skills in using the commonly used accounting computer software.
Other
relevant skills include:
- Developed
computer skills in Microsoft office packages including Word, Excel,
Outlook and PowerPoint.
- High
quality English speaking and writing ability, a professional demeanour and
high levels of integrity.
- A
high degree of self-drive, enthusiasm, flexibility and ability to work
with minimal supervision
- Experience
with using an accounting software preferably tally
- Knowledge
on KRA iTax and submission of returns
Education: Certified Public Accountant
(CPA-K), with a Bachelor’s degree in Commerce / Business Administration.
Language: Excellent spoken and written English and Kiswahili.
Salary: Salary is negotiable and commensurate with experience. Please state current and salary expectations in your application letter.
Availability: State availability (notice period) in your application letter.
Deadline: Deadline for applications is 5 pm Fri 20th May 2016
Correspondence: Applications and detailed CV to be addressed to MicroSave HR Manager and sent by email to careers@microsave.net, marking the subject as “Ref: ACCOUNTANT-KENYA OFFICE”.
Applications
not meeting minimum requirements will not be considered.
Only
shortlisted candidates will be contacted
