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Job Summary

Job Title:
Accounts Payable Officer
Employer:
Swisscontact
Location:
Country:
Kenya
Contract Type:
Full Time
Job Category:
Accounting Jobs
Number of Positions:
1
Deadline:
Thursday, 31 October 2024

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About the Organisation

Accounts Payable Officer job at Swisscontact | Apply Now

Nairobi, Kenya

Swisscontact is a global development organization that focuses on improving the economic and social conditions of individuals and communities by fostering sustainable development. Through its commitment to promoting inclusive and sustainable economic growth, Swisscontact delivers innovative solutions that empower people, particularly in developing countries. The organization has a stellar reputation for its expertise and recognition in the international development sector, working in over 30 countries worldwide. Swisscontact prides itself on a collaborative and inclusive work culture, providing employees with an environment that encourages creativity, professional growth, and a strong sense of purpose.

Job opportunities often include positions that align with their mission of creating positive change, offering flexible work arrangements that support work-life balance. Founded in 1959, the organization has continuously evolved, adapting its approaches to meet the emerging challenges of poverty reduction and economic development. Swisscontact's business model combines technical expertise, innovation, and local partnerships, ensuring its interventions are both impactful and sustainable. The organization operates on a global scale, with a broad reach across several regions.

Swisscontact's core values include sustainability, innovation, and social responsibility, ensuring that their projects leave a lasting impact. In terms of CSR, the organization is deeply committed to promoting responsible practices and contributing to the development of local communities. To learn more, visit their website at www.swisscontact.org.

Are you looking for Accounting jobs in Kenya 2024 today? then you might be interested in Accounts Payable Officer job at Swisscontact

Full Time

Deadline: 

31 Oct 2024

Job Title

Accounts Payable Officer job at Swisscontact

Swisscontact

Job Description

Timely, accurate reconciliation and payments of accounts payables.

Duties, Roles and Responsibilities

Qualifications, Education and Competencies

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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Posting of supplier’s invoices in financial system.

  • Ensure supplier invoices are fully supported (3 way marching of documents) ie. LPOs, GRNs, delivery notes, ETRs, job cards and fully authorized for payment.

  • Reconcile and analyze supplier statements, obtain sign offs of outstanding amounts per month and providing information for accruals.

  • Make payments and send remittance advices to suppliers and doctors as per payments terms.

  • Maintain supplier’s relations and resolve any disputes that may arise on a timely basis.

  • Advise the Accounts Payable Manager of outstanding issues with payments and suggest ways to resolve them. 

  • Filing of all documents related to accounts payables eg. invoices and payments

  • Retrieving and providing audit information

  • Assist in coming up with audit and statutory schedules.

  • Any other duties assigned by your supervisor.

Accounts Payable Officer job at Swisscontact

SERVICES

COMMERCIAL

SERVICES

INDUSTRIAL

SERVICES

RESIDENTIAL

PERSON SPECIFICATION

  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field

  • CPA Part II

  • 2 years’ working experience 

  • Attention to detail

  • Critical thinking, analytical and problem-solving skills

  • Excellent interpersonal skills and a team player

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