JUNIOR ACCOUNTANT

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Transaction Processing:

• Record daily financial transactions including purchases, sales, receipts, and payments.
• Maintain and update ledgers, journals, and other accounting records accurately.
• Ensure that all transactions are properly documented with corresponding invoices, receipts, or approvals.

Accounts Payable & Receivable:

• Prepare supplier payment schedules and process vendor payments on time.
• Match purchase orders with supplier invoices and delivery notes to ensure accuracy.
• Follow up on outstanding customer invoices and maintain an up-to-date accounts receivable ledger.
• Communicate with vendors and customers regarding payment queries and reconciliations.

Bank and Cash Reconciliations:

• Reconcile company bank statements against internal records on a weekly and monthly basis.
• Monitor petty cash usage and prepare replenishment reports with accurate documentation.
• Assist in maintaining cash flow forecasts to support production and procurement planning.

Inventory and Cost Accounting:

• Work with production and stores teams to monitor raw material usage and finished goods movement.
• Support in maintaining accurate inventory records, including physical stock counts and valuation.
• Assist in calculating and tracking production costs, wastage, and yield variances.

Payroll and Statutory Compliance:

• Assist in processing staff payroll including overtime, deductions, and statutory contributions.
• Prepare and submit statutory returns such as PAYE, SHIF, NSSF, VAT, and other relevant taxes.
• Maintain proper employee records and support internal HR-finance coordination.

Financial Reporting & Analysis:

• Support the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports and management accounts.
• Assist in generating departmental cost reports and budget variance analysis.
• Participate in budget preparation and expenditure monitoring.

Audit and Compliance Support:

• Prepare audit schedules and provide necessary documentation for internal and external audits.
• Ensure financial records comply with company policies and statutory regulations.
• Maintain proper filing and safeguarding of financial and compliance documents.

Cross-Departmental Collaboration:

• Work closely with procurement, production, and sales teams to ensure financial alignment with operations.
• Provide accounting support during procurement planning and supplier negotiations.
• Continuous Improvement:
• Suggest process improvements in financial and inventory systems for greater efficiency and accuracy.
• Stay updated with changes in accounting standards and tax laws relevant to the business.

General Administrative Support:

• Provide general support to the finance department including document preparation, data entry, and internal reports.
• Handle any other duties as may be assigned by the Finance Officer or Finance Manager.

KEY REQUIREMENT SKILLS AND QUALIFICATION

• Diploma or Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Minimum 2 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably in a manufacturing or FMCG environment
• Proficient in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage, or similar) and Microsoft Excel
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry
• Good organizational and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

HOW TO APPLY

• If you meet the above qualifications, skills and experience share CV on This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
• Interviews will be carried out on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
• Only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted.