Our client an automotive company, is seeking to hire an Accounts Payable to be based in Nairobi, Kenya. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing accounts payable.
The ideal candidate Must have a relevant bachelor’s degree, must have a minimum of CPA III, CPAK is an added advantage, a minimum 4 years of experience in accounts payable. The client is keen on a candidate with strong interpersonal skills hence the ideal candidate Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills, outgoing, a positive mindset and very engaging.
Key Responsibilities:
- Vendor Invoice Processing: Handling the timely and accurate posting of invoices into the accounting system.
- Reconciliation: Monthly reconciliation of supplier accounts, bank accounts, and other ledger accounts.
- Payment Preparation: Preparing supplier invoices for payment, ensuring accuracy and adherence to payment terms.
- Discrepancy Resolution: Investigating and resolving financial discrepancies by analyzing account information from suppliers and banks.
- Audit Support: Assisting with audits by providing necessary documentation and explanations.
- Daily Administration: Handling general finance and accounting administrative tasks on a daily basis.
- Project Assistance: Supporting other accounting projects and initiatives as needed.
- Expense Management: Processing and managing employee expense reports, ensuring compliance with company policies.
- Vendor Communication: Communicating with vendors regarding payment inquiries and resolving issues or discrepancies.
- Compliance: Ensuring compliance with accounting regulations and industry standards.
- Financial Reporting Support: Providing accurate and timely data for financial reporting purposes.
Qualifications:
- Must a relevant bachelor’s degree in accounting.
- Must be Proficient in ERP SAP.
- Must have at least 4 years’ experience in accounts payable.
- Must have a minimum CPA III, CPAK is an added advantage.
- Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills, interpersonal skills, outgoing, positive mindset and engaging.
- Must be well organized, have excellent management skills, self-driven and able to work under minimal supervision.
- Must be analytical and keen to details.
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