Project Accountant

 

Our client, a developer, owner and operator of power plants and infrastructure across sub-Saharan Africa are currently seeking to recruit a Project Accountant for a 2 year contract, to be based in their Nairobi Offices with frequent site visits.

Responsibilities:

• Implement the procurement policies and procedures
• Coordinate negotiations with suppliers and develop a database of pre-approved vendors
• Conducting due diligence on prospective suppliers to ensure quality
• Receive supplier invoices and verifying information to establish the accuracy of supplies
• Prepare LPOs and initiate the purchase to pay process (P2P).
• Implement a management IS for monitoring, tracking and controlling operating costs
• Manage risk and maintain a quality management system in the procurement unit
• Maintain the ledger of the company.
• Maintain the cash books of the company.
• Maintain the purchases ledger of the company.
• Manage petty cash funds and transactions.
• Assist in the preparation of financial reports & ensure safe custody of financial information.
• Ensure compliance with the applicable accounting policies.
• Work closely with the accountant to ensure smooth running of the finance department.
• Render quality customer care to clients, suppliers, visitors and staff in a timely manner.
• Perform any other related duties as assigned by the accountant.
• Payroll, NHIF, NSSF and any other statutory deductions.
• File tax returns i.e VAT, PAYE, Withholding tax.
• Liaising with external auditors.

Qualifications:

• Undergraduate degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or equivalent.
• CPA K.
• Microsoft office packages proficiency.
• At least 2 years of relevant experiences in a similar position in a comparable organisation.
• Use of Quick Books accounting software is a MUST.
• High level of integrity and confidentiality.
• Proven team player with good inter-personal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to build work relationships and networks.
• Possess strong communication, presentation and negotiation skills.
• Attention to detail.

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