ACCOUNTANT

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

 Financial Records and Bookkeeping

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records, ensuring all transactions are properly captured in the accounting system.
• Process and record daily financial transactions, including invoices, receipts, payments, expenses and journal entries.
• Ensure proper documentation, filing and maintenance of financial records and supporting schedules.

Accounts Payable and Receivable

• Manage supplier invoices, payment processing and expense claims, ensuring accuracy and proper authorization.
• Monitor customer accounts, track outstanding balances and follow up on overdue payments.
• Reconcile supplier and customer accounts and resolve any identified discrepancies.

 Bank and Financial Reconciliations

• Prepare regular bank reconciliations and ensure all financial balances are accurately accounted for.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts, cashbooks, supplier accounts and other financial records.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies, ensuring accurate and reliable financial information.

Tax Compliance and Statutory Obligations

• Prepare and support the timely filing of VAT returns, PAYE and other applicable statutory tax obligations.
• Maintain accurate tax records and supporting documentation to ensure compliance with KRA requirements.
• Monitor statutory filing and payment deadlines and ensure the organization meets its tax compliance obligations.

Financial Reporting and Budgetary Support

• Prepare monthly management accounts, financial statements and periodic financial reports.
• Monitor income, expenditure and cash flow, identifying variances and highlighting areas requiring management attention.
• Support budgeting, financial planning, cost control and financial analysis to facilitate informed decision-making.

KEY REQUIREMENT SKILLS AND QUALIFICATION

• Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field.
• CPA qualification will be an added advantage.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant working experience in an accounting or finance role.
• Good knowledge and practical experience in using accounting software.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial reporting.
• Good understanding of VAT, PAYE and other statutory tax requirements.

HOW TO APPLY

• If you meet the above qualifications, skills and experience share CV on recruitment@britesmanagement.com
• Interviews will be carried out on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
• Only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted.