Book-Keeper / Accountant Job Vacancy in Kisumu

Location: Kisumu, Kenya
Employment Type: Full Time
Salary: Kshs 20,000 – 25,000 based on experience
Job Reference: BK-11-10
Date Posted: 5 November 2010

1. The Company
A retail / wholesale company based in Kisumu CBD is looking for a dedicated, honest and experienced book-keeper / accountant.

2. Job Description
An Accountant with at least CPA Part II book-keeping with industry and experience with accounting software (specifically Quickbooks) on data entry, closing day procedures, preparing financial statements. The main duties will including helping the company convert from a manual to computerized system.

3. Responsibilities
• Capture transactions into accounting software, specifically Quickbooks
• Ability to analyze and interpret financial statements
• Excellent MS office Skills with emphasis on excel
• Knowledge of Accounting and Book-Keeping
• Should have at least 3 years of experience in bookkeeping
• B.com – Accounting option Degree holders have an added advantage

4. Requirements
• Qualified accountant (ACCA, CPA, ACA) or at least CPA Part II book-keeping
• At least 3 years of book-keeping experience (do not apply if you do not have this experience)
• Knowledge of Kenyan taxes such as PAYE, NHIF and other statutory deductions
• Knowledge of Quickbooks is essential
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English and Kiswahili
• Team player, with the ability to multi-task, be flexible and work under pressure
• Socially confident with good diplomacy and organisation skills
• Self starter with good analytical skills and a proactive approach to problem solving
• Dedicated and hard-working
• Should have extensive working knowledge of modern computer accounting software packages as well as MS Office
• An additional qualification in ICT will be advantageous
• Should be able to handle any other accounting task that may present itself

5. How to apply
• Send your application to: recruitksm@gmail.com
• Your application should include a cover letter indicating your desire to work with us, a detailed CV highlighting relevant experience, details of current salary, a daytime phone contact, email address, and the names of two professional referees by close of business Friday 31st December 2010.

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