Accountant

• Reconciliation of general ledger accounts.

• Ensure that branches have sufficient petty cash and that reimbursements are done for authentic expenses on a timely basis.

• Communicate with branches on all issues touching on finances and receipting.

• Updating movement of fixed assets

• Accounting for transactions relating to Tied Life Agents ranging from commission processing and deductions made.

• Resolving agents’ complaints and issues raised to finance.

• Staff loans and agents’ balances reconciliation.

• Preparing sundry debtors and creditors.

• Preparing designated bank reconciliations and checking assigned the bank reconciliations for the company.

• Checking and ensuring all the journals have been posted.

• Updating bank balances daily and transferring funds from all the branches.

• Assisting the CFO and FM in producing management reports.

• Assisting the finance team, internal auditors and external auditors during audit exercises

• Following up and ensuring accurate recording and accounting for investments of the company

• Checking and verifying payments and ensuring all payments made by the company are accurately recorded and settled in timely manner

• Liaising and coordinating with banks on issues such as opening bank accounts and introducing known agents among others.

• Responsible for checking and reviewing the work of the accounts assistants.

• A relevant University degree

• Professional qualification (CPA /ACCA) with at least 2 years’ relevant work experience

Core technical competencies and skills required for the role

• Computer literacy, especially Ms Excel and Access; familiarity with accounting software is a definite advantage

• Interest in and ability to streamline accounting process systems (manual and automated) to achieve added efficiency and robustness

• Ability to effectively deal with internal and external audit.

• Ability to manage and prioritise multiple tasks in a fast paced environment

• Solid interpersonal skills with strong verbal and written communication skills across all levels and functions

• Strong team player, organised and creatively working to improve processes.

• Must have the ability to communicate effectively both orally and in written format

• Knowledge of relevant legislation and taxes applicable.

• Knowledge of relevant accounting standards and practices.

• Possess good analytical and problem solving skills with attention to details.

• Ability to train, develop and manage performance of less experienced staff.