Job objective

This is a key function to provide assistance and to deputize the Head of Finance in managing the Accounts Receivables Team. The role requires a practical Understanding of accounting in detail, excellent time management skills, proactivity and the ability to demonstrate a high degree of integrity.

Your tasks and responsibilities

Ensuring that postings of invoices both Vegetable and Flowers on the system have been done on daily basis.
Account Opening of new Customers in the systems and QB.
Ensure customer statements are sent on a weekly basis.
Submitting aged debtor’s analysis weekly on a basis to the finance Director highlighting customer balance requiring her attention.
Ensure all receipts, payments and foreign exchange transactions are posted accurately.
Invoicing Vegetables and Flower Raw material sold to forest Gate EPZ on time
Refunding receipts back to AAA growers on time
Conduct Monthly reconciliation of these accounts submitted to Finance Director within the deadlines.
Assist Head of Finance in Managing Accounting team and delegation of duties for accounting activities.
Assist in management of all transactions in the Veg and Roses Manager.
Assist in preparation of annual/Financial Accounts.
Assist in annual and KRA audits where necessary.
Develop Departmental SOP’s and approval matrices.
Assist the Chief Accountant in revenue related transactions e.g Unrealised gains and losses.

Your profile

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or ACCA Certification
5 to 8 years of experience in Accounting/Finance roles.
Experience in managing accounting teams
Proficiency in Accounting Software (e.g., QuickBooks, ERP systems)
Proficiency in financial reporting and reconciliation
Experience with financial audits (KRA audits, annual audits)
High moral standing with impeccable integrity.
Excellent Leadership skills and management skills
Analytical mindset, excellent interpersonal and communication skills and team player facilitating cross-functional collaboration.