Assistant Accountant

1. Prepare rental, service charge, utility recoveries and other receivables schedules and bill accordingly.

2. Keep an up to date and properly reconciled record of the receivables and follow up with the respective tenants for payments.

3. Track Leases for rental escalations and key important dates.

4. Prepare accurate monthly financial statements and management reports, including the income statements, balance sheet, cashflow, monthly projections among others.

5. Coordinate external service charge and financial year audits and ensure timely filing of all tax returns.

6. Preparation and issuance of purchases orders and agreements with the service providers in liaison with the Management.

7. Managing inventories and maintaining accurate purchase records.

8. Preparation and maintaining an up to date asset register for all the company’s assets.

9. Check and verify expenditures before remittance of payments. Ensure that all payments are supported with all the necessary documentations and approvals before processing.

10. Prepare and post payments/expenses on the accounting software and proper maintenance, filing, security and accessibility of financial and accounting documents.

11. Monitor bank accounts and prepare timely and accurate bank reconciliations including daily petty cash reconciliations.

12. Prepare and monitor the firm’s monthly and annual budget in liaison with the departmental managers.

13. Prepare and monitor monthly cashflow forecasts and advise the management on funds availability for the various financial activities.

14. Prepare and maintain accurate records for debtors and creditors and ensure there is monthly reconciliation of their balances.

15. Prepare and file all the firm’s statutory deductions to the specific authorities on a timely basis.

16. Track the firm’s financial status and performance and advise the management on the areas of potential improvement and tax savings.

17. Take part in the implementation of the firm’s financial framework.

18. Monitor and reconcile all stock/ consumables etc on a daily/weekly/monthly basis.

Requirements:

1. A Bachelors degree/Diploma in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

2. CPA(K) – Section 4

3. At least 2 years of proven work experience in accounting, finance, or a similar role.

4. Proficiency in accounting software, such as QuickBooks or a similar ERP system.

5. Experience in real estate industry is preferred.

Key Skills and Competencies:

1. Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy.

2. Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

3. Problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to identifying opportunities for improvement.

4. Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.