Assistant Accountant – Expenditure
Job Purpose:
Reporting to the Supervisor Expenditure, the ideal candidate will be required to receive and process supplier invoices timely, correctly coding the invoices, verifying them against contracts and purchase orders and queuing them for approval in compliance with approval matrix.
Principle Accountabilities;
- Coordinate receipt of invoices from vendors and ensure they are posted to the correct account code and cost Centre and accounted for in the correct financial period.
- Verify all invoices received against valid contracts and/or purchase order/goods received note.
- Subject taxable invoices to tax rates applicable in the various countries to ensure compliance and minimize exposure.
- Queue invoices for approval by respective cost Centre owners as per the company’s invoice approval matrix.
- Monitor and follow up approval of invoices and ensure they are no delays which may impact the operations.
- Respond timely to queries from vendors and internal stakeholders.
- Prepare accurate accruals for costs incurred but not billed to ensure completeness of financial reporting.
- Prepare and avail internal and externally audit requirements in a timely manner.
- Maintain proper filing of supplier invoices for future reference, recharges to third parties, audit and as evidence in case of any legal claims.
Knowledge, Skills and experience;
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance or any other business-related field from a recognized institution.
- Must possess accounting qualification i.e. CPA Section III or equivalent.
- Minimum of 1 year practical experience in Finance in a busy Organization.
- Exposure to use of accounting systems.
- Proficiency in MS Excel/Spreadsheet.
- Excellent communications, analytical and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to handle pressure and difficult situations with resilience, calmly and effectively.
- Must be a person of unquestionable integrity.
Behavioural Competences:
- Customer focus.
- Teamwork/team player.
- Results oriented.
- Problem Solving Skills.
- Good organizational skills.
How to apply:
If you fit the profile, then apply today! Please submit a copy of your detailed Curriculum Vitae.
Due to the volume of applications that we receive, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
Kenya Airways is an equal opportunity employer.