Maisha Bora Ventures PLC is seeking to hire an experienced, self-driven, and results-oriented Accountant. This role is crucial in supporting the company by managing finances, making critical financial decisions, and ensuring accuracy in financial records throughout the year.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
- Prepare monthly financial statements.
- Conduct weekly reconciliations (bank, receivables, and payables).
- Manage financial audits and ensure timely completion before the Annual General Meeting.
- Maintain and manage documents, including receipts, invoices, supplier contracts, and applications related to land and shares.
- Collect and receipt all payments to the company, maintaining accurate records.
- Prepare budget forecasts, track expenses, and provide monthly reports to the GM for board updates.
- Prepare and file tax returns and other statutory deductions on behalf of the company.
- Handle debt collection and conduct debtor and creditor reconciliations.
- Ensure books of account are maintained according to relevant accounting standards.
- Provide financial analysis for company projects to determine ROI, etc.
- Reinforce financial data confidentiality and conduct database backups as needed.
- Ensure compliance with all applicable financial policies and regulations.
- Support the Sales and Marketing team with customer queries related to payments.
- Perform general office administration duties as required.
Knowledge and Skills Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in finance or any Business-related course.
- CPA or ACCA (finalists will be considered).
- Minimum of four (4) years of relevant work experience in a similar set up.
- Excellent knowledge of accounting regulations and procedures, including Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
- Membership in a recognized professional body.
- Hands-on experience with Excel and accounting packages like QuickBooks.
- Demonstrated experience with computerized accounting systems.
Competencies Required:
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
- Attention to detail and good analytical skills.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
- Problem-solving aptitude.
Method of Application
Interested candidates who meet the criteria should submit their application letter and CV, including the email and phone numbers of at least two referees, to [email protected]. Please use “ACCOUNTANT” as the subject of your email. All applications must be received by August 30, 2024.
