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Tuesday 23 July 2013

SENIOR ACCOUNTANT

KLB 8
Job Ref: HR-SA-4-013

Kenya Literature Bureau is one of the leading Publishing and Printing firms in Kenya. We are committed to publishing and printing of quality educational and knowledge materials at affordable prices. The Bureau is seeking suitably qualified and experienced persons to fill the following position based in Nairobi. 

He/ She will report the Finance Manager and will be responsible for ensuring accurate, complete and reliable accounting records and financial information.
Duties and Responsibilities
  • Maintain the General and subsidiary ledgers for accurate financial and management reports.
  • Authorize financial transactions for accountability and control of resources.
  • Manage the budgeting process and facilitate cost controls in its implementation.
  • Coordinate annual stock take and variance analysis to minimize stock loses and ensure accuracy of stock records.
  • Maintain a fixed assets register to ensure security of Bureau assets.
  • Prepare management accounts and reports to reflect organizational performance and facilitate decision making.
  • Prepare and submit annual returns for compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.
  • Facilitate remittance of salary and payroll deductions for payment of staff and other stakeholders/third party suppliers.

Qualifications
  • Bachelor of Commerce Degree or its equivalent from a recognized institution together with a CPA (K) or its equivalent
  • Five (5) years’ experience as an accountant in a busy and reputable organization.
  • Must be a team player with excellent communication and leadership skills.
  • Possession of MBA degree or its equivalent from a recognized institution will be an added advantage

Interested candidates who meet the above criteria should send an application letter enclosing a comprehensive CV, photocopies of relevant certificates and testimonials, together with telephone contacts, e-mail address and names of three (3) referees to:

The Managing Director
Kenya Literature Bureau
P.O. Box 30022-00100 GPO


Kenya Literature Bureau is an equal opportunity employer. Applications should reach the above address on or before 26th July2013.