Job summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Assistant Accountant to join our accounts team in the manufacturing sector. The ideal candidate must have a strong background in accounting and internal/external audit, with proven experience working in a manufacturing environment. They will be responsible for ensuring the accuracy of financial recor

Min Qualification:

Bachelors

Experience Level:

Entry level

Experience Length:

2 years

Language Requirement:

English

Working Hours:

Full Time - 9 to 5

Applicant Location:

Kenya

Job descriptions & requirements

Key responsibilities:

Financial Recordkeeping:

Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all financial transactions.

Process invoices, receipts, payments, and other financial documents.

Accounts Payable and Receivable:

Ensure timely payment of invoices and maintain good relationships with suppliers.

Follow up on outstanding invoices and ensure timely collection of payments.

Bank Reconciliation:

Perform regular bank reconciliations to ensure accurate financial records.

Investigate and resolve discrepancies.

Budget Monitoring:

Assist in monitoring budgets and tracking expenses against allocated funds.

Reporting:

Prepare financial reports, summaries, and statements as required.

Assist in month-end and year-end financial closings.

Compliance and Auditing:

Ensure compliance with relevant financial regulations and company policies.

Assist with audits by providing necessary documentation and support.

Administrative Support:

Provide administrative support to the accounts team as needed.

Maintain organized filing systems for financial documents.

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all financial transactions.
• Process invoices, receipts, payments, and other financial documents.
• Ensure timely payment of invoices and maintain good relationships with suppliers.
• Follow up on outstanding invoices and ensure timely collection of payments.
• Perform regular bank reconciliations to ensure accurate financial records.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies.
• Assist in monitoring budgets and tracking expenses against allocated funds.
• Prepare financial reports, summaries, and statements as required.
• Assist in month-end and year-end financial closings.
• Ensure compliance with relevant financial regulations and company policies.
• Assist with audits by providing necessary documentation and support.
• Provide administrative support to the accounts team as needed.
• Maintain organized filing systems for financial documents.

• Bachelors degree
• Strong background in accounting and internal/external audit
• Proven experience working in a manufacturing environment
• Detail-oriented
• Experienced